I've heard that large corporations let their workers participate in employee wellness programs, and I'd like the same kind of thing at my work. How can I convince them to do this? Are there companies that help you start an employee wellness program? What are the typical costs?
we've had a program like that at our work for the last 6 months, its working out pretty well as far as i can tell. i am a part of the committee that started it up since i used to be a personal trainer. id suggest gathering as much research as possible and talking to your coworkers about it so you have more people interested. the cost depends on alot of stuff, you just have to figure it out. but the thing is that it can save a company money in the long run (and your bosses will like that part!) by lowering people calling in sick, increasing productivity and increasing morale. it is an investment that pays off. good luck!
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Go to the biggest boss you have access to and pitch the idea or send him a letter or e-mail
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you need to do a lot of research and get proof that this will improve customer moral, service, productivity and save the company money in the long run. Get statistics and provide this to the owner or the management team.
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We own a gym and offer corporate wellness programs to companies in our area. That usually means we give a discounted membership rate to our gym to their employees and the employer picks up some or all of the expense. You might want to check with gyms in your area. We are in Indianapolis, IN.
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we've had a program like that at our work for the last 6 months, its working out pretty well as far as i can tell. i am a part of the committee that started it up since i used to be a personal trainer. id suggest gathering as much research as possible and talking to your coworkers about it so you have more people interested. the cost depends on alot of stuff, you just have to figure it out. but the thing is that it can save a company money in the long run (and your bosses will like that part!) by lowering people calling in sick, increasing productivity and increasing morale. it is an investment that pays off. good luck!
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http://www.employeewellnessusa.com