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.
Going Beyond Medical Costs to Measure Wellness Program Impact
Topics: Healthy Workplaces, Wellness at Work
How to Ensure You're Hiring a Trustworthy Worksite Wellness Vendor
With the growing popularity of worksite wellness programs, companies are rushing to develop new technologies and programs to roll out. At last count, there were over 500 wellness vendors. With that many vendors, it probably comes as no surprise to you, that reviewing and selecting the right vendor can be a very daunting task.
Topics: Wellness at Work
Navigating Through Which Health Factors Should be Tied to Incentives
Employers are increasingly integrating outcome-based incentives into wellness programs. Outcome-based incentives differ from activity-based incentives in that they reward individuals based on actual results, such as reducing blood pressure levels, rather than incenting based solely on activities completed, such as participating in a monthly physical activity challenge.
Consistent, transparent communication is vital for a successful on-site biometric screening program. It's the key to having employees understand what the organization is doing for them and the reason behind the screenings.
Haul out the holly and get ready to deck some halls because the holiday spirit has come to TotalWellness.
We love this time of year — and what better way to get in the festive spirit than by listening to some cheerful music?
Topics: Wellness at Work
Participation-Based vs. Outcome-Based Wellness Programs
Many employers are turning to financial incentives as a way to increase participation in worksite wellness programs. The new regulations under the Affordable Care Act increases wellness incentives - from 20% to 30% of the cost of health coverage - and this change is causing many employers to transition to outcomes-based wellness programs. But are outcome-based incentives right for your wellness program? Let's put them head-to-head to list the pros and cons of each.
Topics: Wellness at Work
It may seem unrelated to employee wellness programs at first glance, after all when we talk about gratitude during the month of November, it usually centers around Thanksgiving - a day that can be tough on the waistline. But you shouldn't wait for a national holiday to express gratitude - it should be celebrated every day because expressing thanks may be one of the simplest ways to feel better. Best of all it's free!
Topics: Wellness at Work
If you're a HR pro who manages wellness or a worksite wellness manager, you probably deal with one or more of these on a daily basis: employee communication, event management, incentive tracking, reporting on results and the list goes on. The days are long but there is never enough time to get everything done.
Topics: Wellness at Work
A Healthy Workforce: The Ultimate Competitive Advantage
Seventy percent of workers are disengaged and uninspired at work, according to Gallup’s 2013 State of the American Workplace study. But it's not all doom and gloom for HR pros. There's a way to fight back.
Topics: Wellness at Work
Stale Wellness Program Got You Down? 6 Tips to Spice it Up!
Has your corporate wellness program hit the skids? Does it feel dry, lifeless and completely devoid of any engaging programs or interesting activities? If so, you’re not alone. It’s a common occurrence. Eventually we are all bound to hit the proverbial “brick wall.”
Topics: Wellness at Work