Newsflash: The Wellbeing of Your Workforce is Your Business [Infographic]
The last month has held a lot of travel for the team here at Lighthouse. From Unleash in Las Vegas to the HR Technologies UK event in London to the Responsible HR Forum in New York City, it’s been a whirlwind. It’s easy in those times to try to focus on productivity at all costs, but the truth is that increased stress and the associated wellbeing costs can limit productivity and performance. According to our latest mental health and wellbeing study, employees said that support of their wellbeing leads to these outcomes:
- Increased Productivity: When employees are happy and healthy, they are more productive. They are able to focus on their work and complete tasks efficiently. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of output and increased revenue for your business.
- Reduced Absenteeism: Employees who are not feeling well or are stressed are more likely to take time off work. This can lead to decreased productivity and increased costs. By prioritizing employee wellbeing, you can reduce absenteeism and ensure that things are running smoothly.
- Improved Retention: When employees feel valued and supported, they are more likely to stay with your company for the long-term. This reduces the costs associated with recruiting and training new employees. By investing in employee wellbeing, you can create a positive work environment and increase employee loyalty.
- Positive Company Culture: A company that prioritizes employee wellbeing is likely to have a positive company culture. In fact, our latest research on Performance, Engagement, Culture and Business Impact clearly indicates how culture influences and intersects with a variety of important talent practices from communication and performance to feelings of belonging and appreciation at work.
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Bottom line: the wellbeing of your employees matters. By investing in your employees’ health and happiness, you can increase productivity, reduce absenteeism, improve employee retention, and create a positive company culture. So, make sure to prioritize employee wellbeing in your business strategy and watch as it pays off in the long run.
George Rogers is the Chief Culture Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory. He is an author, coach, and globally renowned keynote speaker acclaimed for delivering compelling insights on cultivating purpose-driven, profitable businesses. As a leader developing inclusive and motivating workplace environments, he consistently provides transformative perspectives and guidance to organizations worldwide. Over the past two decades, he has dedicated himself to inspiring leaders and transforming workplace cultures.
In his book Champion Your Purpose, we learn that finding purpose in life looks different for everyone, and very few will find the exact common purpose that aligns the exact same. He provides a step-by-step approach to help readers identify their purpose and align it with their personal and professional goals.
His research focuses on leadership and its impact on performance, engagement, culture, mental health, inclusion, and belonging. If you ask him what led him to the HR space, he will remind you that his passion and purpose are championing people.
With over 24 years of leadership and keynote speaking experience, he has inspired, empowered, and challenged every audience, virtually and in person, to know their purpose in the workforce, learn how to Champion Your Purpose individually, and lead the life they love!