The ROI of wellbeing: Business case insights from 2,000 HR pros

The ROI of wellbeing: Business case insights from 2,000 HR pros

More than ever, for an organization to build and maintain a strong workforce, it needs to care about its employees as individual people. That means supporting their wellbeing. Across the country and around the world, many HR leaders know this and have increasingly become vocal advocates for wellness programs that deliver real change throughout the business. But they face a tough challenge: a lack of clear, actionable data. Decision-makers who control the purse strings understand that wellness matters. They understand that it needs to be a priority. But they don’t know how to determine the concrete impacts of their investments into worker wellbeing. Source: Human Resource Executive The many ways wellbeing […]

How to Convince Your CEO & CFO to Invest in a Wellness Program

How to Convince Your CEO & CFO to Invest in a Wellness Program

Leaders are excited about wellness, but that enthusiasm doesn’t always translate into action. Despite all of the upsides C-suites see in these initiatives — from employee satisfaction to an increased competitive advantage — about half also view wellness programs as a fad in which they don’t see the value. When leaders want to support wellbeing but are unconvinced wellness programs will have a lasting impact, it’s not surprising they may hesitate to invest. Wellbeing is imperative, so you want a solution you’re confident works. Source: Human Resource Executive How to Calculate the ROI of Your Wellness Program If you feel overwhelmed at the idea of proving the financial ROI of […]

Try these 4 morning habits for a happy day

Try these 4 morning habits for a happy day

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of starting the day on the right foot, but it’s important to remember that how you start your day is how you end your day. Source: Hello As a happiness expert, I follow daily rituals to start my day in the best way possible, stepping into gratitude and toning my vagus nerve daily” says Caroline Strawson Here’s how I start each morning for a happier day… Breath Work and meditation Before I even get out of bed, I start with some breath work and meditation to anchor me in the present moment and quieten the chatter […]

7 Practical Strategies For Being More Productive In 2024

7 Practical Strategies For Being More Productive In 2024

Vanderkam draws on research and her own experience as a full-time professional and mother of 5 kids (yes, 5!). Here, she offers some ways to get the most out of your day   Source: Entrepreneur 1. Track your time “When people say they want to spend their time better, the first thing I always tell them is to figure out where the time is going now,” Vanderkam says. “Because if you don’t know where the time is going now, how do you know if you are changing the right thing?” She suggests tracking how you spend every day from 5 am to 4:30 pm for an entire week. This will […]

The Pomodoro Technique Explained

The Pomodoro Technique Explained

The Pomodoro Technique is a popular time-management method invented by Italian Francesco Cirillo. He wrote, “I discovered that you could learn how to improve your effectiveness and be better able to estimate how long a task will take to complete by recording how you utilize your time.” Source: Forbes The technique is popular, perhaps because it’s portable and easy to learn. Pick one project or task you want to focus on. Set a timer for 25-30 minutes, and get to work. When the buzzer sounds, take a two-to-three-minute break. Repeat. After four sessions, take a longer break. Record each session with a tick or X in your notebook The Pomodoro Technique […]

How to start journaling for mental health: 7 tips and techniques

How to start journaling for mental health: 7 tips and techniques

Did you know one of the most powerful self-improvement activities is right at your fingertips? No, it’s not working out or having good sleep hygiene. It’s something even simpler — learning how to start journaling. Although it’s been around for thousands of years, journaling is currently having a moment in the limelight. From self-help blogs to famous authors like Deepak Chopra, everyone is talking about the life-changing benefits of learning how to journal. Source: BetterUp Despite its recent soar in popularity, this isn’t just a new-age self-help trend. If practiced consistently, it can transform your mental fitness, emotional well-being, and even physical well-being. Let’s explore the importance of keeping a journal and how […]

Use Productivity ‘Sprints’ When Your Attention Span Is Low

Use Productivity ‘Sprints’ When Your Attention Span Is Low

When you have a lot of work to do, a short attention span can be disastrous to your productivity. So instead of fighting it, you can use it to your advantage by working in “sprints” rather than trying for a marathon session. Source: LIFEHACKER Like the Pomodoro technique, the sprints method has you work in a series of shorter bursts, so you can get your tasks done without your attention or productivity lagging. Here’s how to try it out.. What is the sprints method? When using the sprints method, you’ll be doing short bursts of work with breaks in between. That’s really all it is, but since taking breaks is fundamental to […]

How to Fall Asleep Faster Using the Science-Backed ‘K-9 Trick’

How to Fall Asleep Faster Using the Science-Backed ‘K-9 Trick’

Follow these four strategies to get more rest and increase your productivity. Every night, millions of people are faced with the battle of falling asleep-and staying asleep.  And until about six months ago I was one of those millions. Before finally learning how to fall asleep faster, sleep was a nightly battle that made my day to day life something of a nightmare. It’s no secret that sleep plays a critical role in our overall health-and lives. It impacts our daily lives and the longevity of our lives. From our energy levels, attention span, critical thinking skills, productivity, creativity and even our ability to procreate-sleep affects our personal lives, our […]

6 Ways to Come Back Ready for Work After a Vacation

6 Ways to Come Back Ready for Work After a Vacation

You aren’t alone if you’ve ever felt like you needed a vacation from your vacation. I’ve found 6 strategies to help you push past that post-vacation dread and get you back on track. Source: Inc You finally took a break from work and went on a well-deserved vacation. Days or weeks of relaxation, foreign foods, and a comfy hotel bed have you wishing that it would never end. But, going back to work is inevitable. That thought alone makes your stomach churn. No one wants to think about emails, deadlines, and managing finances or meetings after an amazing holiday. I know I don’t. However, it can’t be avoided, especially if you want to […]

How Does Emailing After Hours Create Burnout and Impact Your Mental Health?

How Does Emailing After Hours Create Burnout and Impact Your Mental Health?

Employee burnout is a real problem affecting many modern workplaces. Learn why sending after-hours emails can contribute to employee burnout and what you can do about it. Source: Discover Many American workers have heard that familiar ding just as they sit down to dinner or plop in front of the television. A glance at their smartphone shows a preview of a work-related message. A co-worker has a “quick question” or is “just circling back” to an earlier discussion. Technically, the worker is off the clock and not required to respond. But people admit to engaging in email during their off time. Twenty-eight percent of American workers said they check their […]