Study: Engagement Incentives Increase Wellness Programs’ Value
Crafting a competitive, holistic wellness program to attract and retain the best talent can require a lot of resources. For companies to reap all the benefits the programs can provide, employees must be engaged. A study revealed that health engagement incentives programs can lower total medical costs for their employers by an average of 10%.
Survey: Employers Focused On Benefit Costs, Holistic Wellness, And Technology
In order to offer attractive benefits to recruit and retain talent in a tight labor market, more financial investment is now required from companies. It’s not just the rising costs of health insurance, but the demand for more expansive benefits and a holistically-minded approach to well-being.
Cadence Is Key: Extending The Office Community To Remote Workers
Remote work is becoming increasingly popular. However, the workplace has traditionally been a common location for meeting and developing friendships that extend beyond job interactions. How does this popular trend affect an employee’s social life?
Wellness Resolutions? There’s An App For That—But It Might Not Help
The public’s interest in physical fitness, self-care, and personal well-being has substantially increased the number of apps and technology resources available for health-conscious consumers. However, they may not be helping individuals achieve the positive outcomes they desire.
EEOC To Update Wellness Rules In January 2020
The EEOC is planning to release proposed rules on employee wellness programs in January 2020. The proposal will include guidance on when incentives offered to employees for participation in wellness programs violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Careers With Purpose, Not Just Passion, Enrich Employees’ Lives
When it comes to deciding on a career path, “follow your passion” gets thrown around frequently. While it certainly sounds good, it doesn’t appear to be practical. Studies show this advice may be oversimplifying, at best, and actively detrimental, at worse.
Year-End Review: Wellness Benefits Top Employees’ Wish Lists
Editors at Employee Benefits News looked at some of the top trending benefits employees coveted in 2019. Overwhelmingly, employees are most thankful for the benefits that help them lead happier and healthier lives.
Survey: Holistic Approach to Wellness Boosts Productivity, Attracts Top Talent
Today’s employees are working harder than ever before on achieving their personal wellness goals, but this extra energy has not yielded desired results. Workers want more guidance and support from employer programs to navigate health and financial decisions.
Tobacco Use Isn’t Going Away—It’s Becoming More Insidious
Decades of public awareness campaigns, anti-smoking laws, and court cases have all heavily influenced society’s perception of cigarette use. Consequently, the population of users has steadily decreased over the years—until recently.