Designing a Wellbeing Program Once you have gathered the data that informs you of the health and wellbeing needs of your team, it’s time to act…to do something meaningful with that information. Designing the initiatives relevant to the needs of the team requires a consideration of the following at least the following: • • • •
The needs of the team Support from management Time and capacity to implement initiatives Budget
In addition, you will need to consider how you will measure the future success of your wellbeing program – the success factors. What are you trying to achieve from it? Perhaps you are seeking: • • • • • • •
Increased engagement & satisfaction Higher productivity & outputs Greater efficiencies Higher customer satisfaction ratings for better customer feedback Lower staff turnover rates Reduced absenteeism Shorter periods of absence when team members are away ill
An investment in the health and wellbeing of your team not only has wonderful for the individual who is healthier and happier but there are also complimentary benefits for the business…it really is a win-win situation.
Tips for Stretching your Wellbeing Dollar Many people believe that Wellbeing programs are the realm of big business with big budgets and staff dedicated to health and wellness but it doesn’t need to be that way. Every business, regardless of size or budget is able to implement a wellbeing program, they key is tailoring it to the needs of the team and evaluating the success of the initiatives delivered. So, how do you maximise your wellbeing budget for optimal impact?
Tip # 1. Look for low hanging fruit When embarking on your wellness journey, you will want to quickly get some runs on the board. Are there any opportunities for quick wins? Not only will this serve to elevate the value of your team to you, but for relatively little effort, you’ll get the wellness ball rolling.