Statistics and Wellbeing Research

Research overwhelmingly indicates healthy and more balanced work environments have positive effects on productivity, staff loyalty and reduces staff turnover.

According to the 2006/2007 Hewitt Associates Best Employers in Australia and New Zealand, the average profit growth for Best Employers was 4% higher. Employee engagement levels were 22% higher - this appears to be the fundamental key.

Best Employers have higher numbers within the organisation who consistently speak positively about their organisations, who can’t imagine working anywhere else, and who willingly exert extra effort on its behalf.

Data from the study suggests engaged employees will do more on behalf of their employers. In Hewitt Best Employers, 76% say ‘This organisation motivates me to contribute more than is normally required to complete my work‘, while 53% of those in Other Organisations do, and 90% in Hewitt Best Employers, as opposed to 79% in Other Organisations say they are ‘Motivated to do whatever work is required to help (the organisation) succeed‘.

This enthusiasm translates into higher levels of customer service.

The report continues, "Technology enables people to remain connected to their colleagues and workplaces anytime, and from anywhere. More are working longer and harder than they have ever done. While those with ‘talent’—the skills and abilities in demand—are making more money than they have ever made, increasing numbers are also questioning what it is all for?

With long–term careers within organisations not a given, and less time seemingly available to spend with families, people and interests outside work, loyalty to an employer diminishes fast. Employees increasingly look to their employers for meaningful work that develops skills and knowledge that will enable future success—within the organisation, and outside it. With so much information available about other opportunities, it is easier than ever for employees to act on diminishing loyalty."

Your workplace staff performance and productivity can be greatly improved by engaging your staff in the wellbeing process, and implementing a number of simple cost effective wellness initiatives.

HSG offers you a selection of services that are specifically tailored to supporting your employees in achieving company as well as personal goals.
 

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