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Wellness Wins, Smarter HR Reporting, Worker RTO Threats - Jan 27, 2025
INSIDE: Ways HR can support wellness, 20 smart Excel HR templates, half would rather walk than return to office, plus more HR wisdom and the headlines that matter.
Hello, HR Pros! As January’s end nears — dum dun duhhhh — many employees will be already feeling the pressure. With burnout lurking, prioritizing staff well-being is crucial. Read on for practical wellness wins that’ll keep morale and productivity soaring.
On the agenda:
🌿 Wellness Wins: Ways HR can support employee wellness.
🤓 Smarter HR Reporting: 20 Excel analytics templates you’ll thank us for.
🏃♀️ Worker RTO Threats: Half would rather walk…
SPOTLIGHT
5 Actionable Ways HR Leaders Can Support Employee Wellness
Employee Wellness Activities | Guide
Almost 3 in 4 employees who resigned in Q1 of 2024 prioritized wellness as a key factor in their decision. Are you doing enough to retain key team members this quarter?
Investing in employee well-being is not just a compassionate choice — it's a strategic one that enhances retention, productivity, and innovation. When employees feel supported, they are more engaged and committed to their work. Conversely, neglecting well-being can lead to increased stress and burnout, adversely affecting work.
Actions to support employee wellness:
Promote Flexibility: Allow flexible work hours or remote options to help employees balance personal and professional commitments. This flexibility can reduce stress and improve morale.
Encourage Regular Breaks: Advocate for short, frequent breaks during the day. Simple practices like deep-breathing exercises can help manage stress and enhance focus.
Foster Social Connections: Organize team-building activities or virtual coffee breaks to strengthen relationships among team members, promoting a sense of belonging.
Provide Mental Health Resources: Share information about available mental health support, such as counseling services or employee assistance programs, to ensure employees know where to seek help.
Recognize Achievements: Acknowledge and celebrate employee accomplishments, both big and small, to boost morale and motivation.
By implementing these actions, HR leaders can create a workplace environment where employees thrive, leading to sustained organizational growth.
For more ideas on how to encourage productivity through wellness, read this:
MONDAY’S STEAL
20+ Excel Reporting Templates for Better Workforce Management
Unlock the full potential of your HR department with our 20+ HR Analytics Excel Template Collection — ideal for HR professionals looking to streamline processes and make data-driven decisions.
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Benefit Spend Calculator
Employee Base Salary Increase Calculator
HR Attrition Report
Human Capital ROI Calculator
Job Vacancy Calculator
Recent Hire Turnover Calculator
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Valid until January 29, midnight.
NEWS THAT MATTERS
Big companies like Amazon, AT&T, Boeing, Dell Technologies, JPMorgan Chase, UPS and The Washington Post have initiated return-to-office mandates for at least some employees. [CNBC]
The federal government’s HR office is instructing agency employees to report “any efforts to disguise” diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility programs. [Bloomberg]
Burnout in the workplace reached an all-time high in 2024. 82% of 1,500 white-collar, desk-based knowledge workers in North America, Asia, and Europe surveyed by DHR Global reported being “slightly” to “extremely” burned out. [Fortune]
A recent workplace trend has taken hold in 2025. It is being termed revenge quitting. Employees quit their jobs out of frustration and want to give a clear message. [MSN]
Firms within this major US industry no longer see diversity and inclusion as a key factor in recruiting C-suite members, according to Shawn Cole, executive recruiter. [The Insurer]
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HR ADVICE
12 Types of Employee Benefits To Consider in 2025
Having a team of satisfied employees is a worthy goal for every business, no matter the type or size of company you operate.
A satisfied workforce may be more motivated, productive and loyal, of which are essential to the growth of your business.
Obviously, paying employees well is one of the proven ways to create a satisfied workforce. However, there are additional benefits you can provide besides a monthly wage, many of which will raise employee morale and increase their happiness.
BREAKROOM
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