Guest authors

There are several experts who contribute to this site as guest authors. Please view their profiles below.

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Ross Thomson (Dip. Massage Therapy, NZSM), Director of Joyworkz Ltd, New Zealand.

Ross Thomson has written many of the articles on this website. He has many years experience delivering preventative solutions to workplace wellness issues, particularly in the area of physiology, ergnomics and the prevention and management of muscular-skeletal and soft-tissue injury as a result of computer use. He is a gifted trainer and a Director of www.joyworkz.co.nz.

Edward Lawler (PhD), Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California.

edwardlawler guest author

Edward Lawler is a Distinguished Professor of Business and Director of the Center for Effective Organizations in the Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California. He has been honored as a top contributor to the fields of organizational development, human resources management, organizational behavior and compensation. Edward is the author of over 350 articles and 43 books. For more information, visit http://ceo.usc.edu/research_scientist/lawler.html.

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Higher morale & enhanced team spirit.

Wellness iniatives can leave staff feeling appreciated. A planned wellness programme has the added advantage of providing a workplace with an array of team building activities that can contribute to employee motivation and loyalty.

Lower staff turnover.

When staff feel valued and cared for, they are less likely to leave an organisation.

Less absenteeism.

Promotion of healthy living can impact on absenteeism, including non-work related illness.

Enhanced employee engagement.

Healthy, well rested staff, are more likely to be focused and engaged at work.

Improved status as an employer of choice.

Attracting and retaining good staff is important for business. Wellness programme initiatives can improve a company's status as an employer of choice.

Enhanced public image.

Companies who are known to be good employers can build this into their brand. Customers can feel good about doing business with them.

Better customer service.

Customer service staff are more likely to believe in and promote a company's brand, if they themselves feel supported and valued.

The benefits of a healthy workforce

All companies are required under the Health and Safety at Work Act (2015) to provide a safe work environment, free from hazards. Workplace wellness requires a focus on employee wellbeing from a holistic point of view, moving beyond pure health and safety. This includes physical, mental and emotional health (WHO).

Companies with workplace wellness programmes may experience a range of benefits; these can include less instances of absent workers as well as increased productivity and employee retention. By creating a culture of health, employees can encourage positive habits in their peers and improve the entire organization.