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Increasing employee productivity may be as simple as encouraging some early spring cleaning: According to a recent report by the National Association of Professional Organizers, 65% of people surveyed said their home was “moderately disorganized” and 27% said it kept them from being effective in the workplace.
You may not be able to help employees with … Continue Reading »

Cardiovascular exercise has been proven to reduce life threatening diseases like heart disease and obesity, but did you know that it may also help make you smarter?
A recent study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences found that running positively impacts the brain by increasing cells in the hippocampus, or the part of … Continue Reading »

It’s never too late to encourage positive habits that can make life a little more productive (and peaceful!) in the workplace and at home.
The first step? Help employees become more aware of how they spend their time.
Here is a checklist for workers on how to get focused, stay organized, and feel more energized at work:
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It’s a new year, and you know what that means.
Everyone is on a diet.
According to the Food and Health Survey from the International Food Information Council, 61% of consumers are looking to lose 20 pounds or more, and 64% are taking steps to improve their diet.
This is great news considering the rising obesity rate in … Continue Reading »

Do you want to reduce health care costs and improve productivity?
The Live Well! Lose Weight! Wellness Program is an easy way to inspire employees to make healthy lifestyle choices that benefit everyone.
The Live Well! Lose Weight! Wellness Program is a complete, 6-week plan designed to improve fitness and nutrition in the workplace, and includes everything … Continue Reading »

Looking for a no-cost employee pick-me up? Proponents say this perk increases worker cohesion, lowers stress, and that there are few downsides. Dog-friendly workplaces, where well-behaved pets are welcomed to join their owners in the daily grind, are found all over the country.
The majority of companies that allow dogs are small start-up companies that realize … Continue Reading »

Did you know…
In 85% of companies, employees lose motivation after their first six months on the job and continue losing it for the rest of their employment, according to research by the Harvard Business School.
Don’t let your employees become part of this statistic. Keep them engaged and motivated to excel with the publication that helps … Continue Reading »

Did you know that more than half of Americans live with one or more chronic diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and asthma?
Chronic health conditions can take a serious toll on individuals and businesses, both physically and financially. This year alone, billions will be spent on direct and indirect medical costs. Learning how to manage these … Continue Reading »

Losing weight and improving fitness are two of the most popular New Year’s resolutions—and two of the most positive. Support employees’ healthy goals in 2010 with a wellness program that motivates them to get fit with an exciting incentive like the Walking for My Wii™ Challenge.
Walking is one of the easiest, most convenient exercises you … Continue Reading »

The secret to better work relationships, sunnier attitudes, and reduced company health care costs is (literally) right at your feet.
The simple act of walking for 30 minutes a day can help boost employee morale by increasing endorphins (the feel good chemicals in the brain) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says companies … Continue Reading »