Enhance employee wellness in the workplace

Employee wellness goes beyond physical health. It involves creating a supportive environment where employees can thrive mentally, emotionally, and socially. Research indicates that thriving employees are 32% less likely to seek other employment, and those who feel their employer cares about their overall wellbeing are 69% less likely to look for a new job.1 

Teams that believe their organization values their wellbeing tend to achieve higher profitability, productivity, and customer engagement and experience lower turnover.2 To ensure a healthy and productive workforce, identify ways your company can enhance employee wellness.  

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What is employee wellness and why is it important?

Employee wellness has evolved beyond simply providing healthcare benefits. Today, wellness is a holistic approach that addresses health by addressing various aspects of physical, mental, community, financial, and social wellbeing.

When companies invest in programs and resources to enhance employee health and wellness, it also3:

Increases productivity and job performance

Improves employee morale and job satisfaction

Decreases employee burnout and absenteeism

Reduces healthcare costs

Helps retain and attract top talent

How to improve employee wellness

Enhancing employee wellness begins with understanding what matters most to your team. Often, this means recognizing the key factors that employees value in a healthy workplace. When you know what contributes to their wellbeing, you can create an environment that motivates and nurtures your employees. 

Here are some ways to boost employee wellness:

Communicate regularly with employees

Effective communication ensures awareness of wellness resources and encourages open dialogue.

Offer learning and development opportunities

Provide options for career development and continuous training to support employee growth.

Develop a positive work environment

Foster a workplace that ensures all employees feel valued, included, and supported.

Encourage a healthy work-life balance

Offer a range of perks and benefits that empower employees to better balance their personal lives and work.

Cultivate social connections

Offer your team opportunities to socialize with coworkers to forge healthy relationships and meaningful connections.

Recognize and celebrate achievements

Consistent recognition of employees' accomplishments boosts confidence and job satisfaction and fosters positivity.

See how ClassPass can help you improve employee wellness.

Ways to evaluate employee wellness in the workplace

You can measure employee wellness using various methods to gain valuable insights into how your team feels about company culture, growth opportunities, and their job satisfaction.

Here are some effective methods to evaluate employee wellness:

eNPS scores

Your employee NPS ratings indicate interest and morale.

Turnover rates

High turnover may signal that employees leave due to a lack of work-life balance, stress, or insufficient support.

Absenteeism rates

Frequent absenteeism can be a sign of poor employee health or high stress levels.

Healthcare costs

Rising healthcare costs may suggest an increase in employee health issues related to job stress.

Employee wellness programs and initiatives

Once you understand what factors influence employee wellness at your organization, you can enhance it through the following strategies:

Wellness programs

Offering holistic benefits, like the ClassPass Corporate Wellness Program, helps your employees show up to work at their best.

Professional development

Encourage your team to develop their skills in areas that interest them.

Mental health resources

Give your team access to mental health apps and professionals to support their wellbeing.

Financial programs

Provide employees with financial education tools and personalized counseling to achieve economic stability.

Social activities

Offer your team opportunities to socialize and connect with coworkers outside work.

Employee recognition

Acknowledge employees for their achievements through awards and company shoutouts.

Prioritize employee wellness with ClassPass

Discover how the ClassPass Corporate Wellness Program can help improve your team's overall wellness, job satisfaction, and productivity through a single benefit.

1 What Is Employee Wellbeing? And Why Does It Matter?

2 Why Leaders Must Address the Employee Wellbeing Deficit

3 State of the Global Workplace