Let’s face it. Everything can get boring from time to time. The best way to avoid that lull in your employee wellness program is by intentionally making your program fresh and exciting.
Here are some strategies to use if your wellness program needs a little excitement.
1. Plan New Events
It’s very easy to fall into the trap of organizing the same events over and over again. While things like company walks are great, they can be overused. Integrate some of the tried and true classics like biometric screenings or flu shots with more innovative wellness events. For example, have a dance party or scavenger hunt around the office building.
2. Find Wellness Champions
There are people in your company that have found success in your employee wellness program. Even if they seem like a minority, they’re present. Find out who these people are and how they’ve used your program. Then spread the word.
3. Promote and Communicate the Benefits
If employees can’t see how your wellness activities will benefit them, they’ll definitely lose interest. Try to actively promote and communicate about the wellness activities you offer, but include why those activities are a great option for your employees.
4. Go Beyond Physical Health
Talking about the same ole diet and exercise tips can get old. Try to integrate some more wholistic health information into your wellness program too. Whether it’s mental health, financial health, or whatever your employees might need.
5. Celebrate Successes
Try not to make your wellness program completely about what needs to be done. Integrate celebrations and rewards for milestones your employees make. That way they’ll have something to look forward to throughout the process.
6. Get excited!
Excitement is contagious. If your wellness program is feeling a bit mundane, take a step back and look at your attitude. If you’re excited about what’s happening, others will be too. It’s the easiest way to build up an exciting program.
Use these six tips to keep your employee wellness program fun and fresh. If things do start to drag, don’t worry! Just be sure to evaluate your program as you go so you can learn what people are into and what isn’t quite as big of a hit.
How do you build excitement about your wellness program?
