Yesterday marked the first day of spring, which has us wanting to dust off our desks and clean up our computers. Start this season with a fresh workspace with this spring cleaning checklist.

Providing a healthy place for a break and a snack is an excellent way to keep your employees happy and productive. Adding a coffee machine, fresh fruit, granola bars and other nutritious snacks provide support for your wellness program and boost your employees' overall satisfaction. 

By now, you’ve heard that most of your employees don’t know how to properly wash their hands and miss up to 5 days of work because of the flu each year. Although our flu shot clinics and hand washing education booths can truly help make your office healthier, the first line of defense starts with your own workspace. Even the best cleaning services are likely to miss most of these high-traffic areas, many of which are crawling with bacteria that can infect and spread amongst your staff.  Read on to discover where germs are hiding in your office space.

"The early bird gets the worm" is more than just a cute expression; it typically reflects the attitude of our society, where a morning person has distinct advantages. In fact, a recent study published in Emotion, an American Psychological Association journal, demonstrated that of 700 respondents (ranging from ages 17 to 79), the early birds reported that they felt happier and healthier than their late night counterparts. Switch up your schedule using this six suggestions and you'll see a boost in positivity, productivity and personal development. 

Every employee wants to have that job where they wake up every morning and are eager to get to the office and start their day. With a few simple suggestions for boosting employee morale, you can create a positive work environment where employees are headed to work with a smile on their face. As a result, your staff will also be less stressed, more productive and looking forward to their future at your company.

1.) Celebrate. Whether it’s sending out happy birthday emails, having holiday potlucks or throwing a baby shower, take the time out to celebrate your employees’ milestones and achievements. These little moments of appreciation remind your coworkers that the office is truly a part of their lives.

Whether you’re experiencing a morning slump, a mid-day lull or late night writer’s block, the right bit of advice can get you back on track. Keep yourself and your team motivated with words of wisdom from the best entrepreneurs and successful historical figures posted around your office. Whether you frame it as an art piece, print it off as a poster or just send a company-wide email, these quick quotes can be just the thing for keeping your staff motivated. Add a few of these to boost the success of your worksite wellness program, inside and out!

When it comes to worksite wellness program benefits, there are some companies that go the extra mile. While some may see scuba diving and smoothie bars as superfluous perks for employees, these seven businesses know that these extra benefits are what makes them some of the best companies to work for in the world.  As a result, they are able to have a higher retention rate, garner top talent and stay sharp in their competitive industries.

The debate over wellness ROI and whether corporate wellness programs "work" is heating up again after Rand researchers released an article in Health Affairs. This time it's PepsiCo's "Healthy Living" wellness program that is under the microscope.

Leading employers know they need to create healthy cultures to attract and retain top talent, improve productivity, reduce health risks, and boost employee engagement. 

Workplace wellness. What comes to mind when you hear those words? Weight loss challenges? Screenings? Health risks? A universally accepted definition does not really exist but most wellness programs target exercise, smoking and weight loss. What if we change traditional workplace wellness so it encompasses employee wellbeing and was seen as a natural extension of the company's identity?