“Wellness” is one buzzword that your organization should never ignore. More companies are prioritizing employee wellness than ever before, which means to stay competitive in the marketplace, your organization needs to keep up. If you are looking for wellness tips to implement at your business, keep reading for four fresh ideas from the team at Prescott HR!

Establish a Wellness Stipend

It’s important to keep in mind that we all prefer to exercise and stay healthy in different ways. That’s why if you are considering implementing a wellness program at your office, you should instead offer a stipend for your employees to decide how they want to live better. Each month or year, present your employees with a stipend to be used for personal wellness or mental health services. Stipends can be used for different activities like gym memberships, workout classes, athletic clothes, or however your employees see fit. Your employees should also be encouraged to use their wellness stipend to seek therapeutic services, like meditation classes or personal therapy sessions.

Create Workplace Zen

A great way to boost employee morale and improve overall wellness is to incorporate more zen into the office. Research has shown that indoor plants can improve well-being and reduce stress, so consider adding some greenery to your office space. If you have the space, consider setting up comfort pods for employees to reset and recharge throughout the day. This could be a comfy spot set up in the office away from team members’ desks, so they can enjoy their lunch or a conversation with other coworkers during the workday. 

Set Healthy Boundaries

As a manager or owner of a company, it’s important to set a good example with your team, and that starts with establishing healthy boundaries. Healthy boundaries can look like establishing set office hours and sticking to them. If you are sending emails out through all hours of the night, your team may feel pressured to be available 24/7, which can lead to burnout. We also encourage you to continually check in with your team to make sure that everyone is happy in their role and not feeling overwhelmed with their current workload.

Offer Team Social Events

A great way for team members to stay connected is to offer group social events. These social events can have a wellness aspect incorporated within them, too. Try offering group yoga or meditation sessions to your team. Or schedule a corporate lunch where you can all go out to celebrate your hard work and boost morale.

Work with Prescott HR

Does your organization need assistance to implement wellness initiatives in your workplace? We are here to help! Prescott HR offers a wide range of services that can help your organization evaluate your current policies and incorporate new ones, as needed. Our unintimated HR practices allow us to be focused and effective, providing your business with precisely what you need. Give us a call today at 443-351-8818 or contact us online.