Investment in employee well-being: Key to productivity
Sep 26, 2024
Companies that focus on their employees’ well-being see a significant increase in productivity—up to 31%. A key aspect of the workplace is the proper organization of offices. With the pandemic, the role of these spaces has changed, and it is important to rethink why employees come to physical facilities.
Mental health has gained prominence in human resources departments. It has been proven that when employees are not mentally well, productivity and motivation decrease. According to Beltrán Benjumea, director of PageGroup Colombia, ignoring employees’ mental health not only affects business results but also generates higher costs. For this reason, it is essential to invest in welcoming work environments and to actively listen to employees.
Leadership also plays an important role in creating environments where employees feel valued and motivated to share ideas and work on innovative projects.
The Impact of Well-Being
Investing in employee well-being has clear benefits: it increases productivity, reduces errors, and fosters creativity. In fact, studies reveal that companies that prioritize well-being are not only more productive but also achieve a more positive workplace climate. In Latin America, 8 out of 10 employees believe that their companies are committed to creating healthy environments, both psychologically and emotionally.
Óscar Jiménez, from Great Place To Work, highlights that interest in mental health has grown both in companies and in society at large. After the pandemic, offices are no longer just for individual work but have transformed into places for collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
Offices of the Future
Eliana López, from Michael Page, suggests that the success of new office dynamics will depend on organizations’ ability to adapt. In addition, sustainable offices not only contribute to employee well-being but also generate energy savings and reduce CO2 emissions.
Finally, open offices—without fixed workstations and with more flexible spaces—promote a more agile, collaborative work environment with a strong sense of belonging.
Investment in employee well-being: Key to productivity
Sep 26, 2024
Companies that focus on their employees’ well-being see a significant increase in productivity—up to 31%. A key aspect of the workplace is the proper organization of offices. With the pandemic, the role of these spaces has changed, and it is important to rethink why employees come to physical facilities.
Mental health has gained prominence in human resources departments. It has been proven that when employees are not mentally well, productivity and motivation decrease. According to Beltrán Benjumea, director of PageGroup Colombia, ignoring employees’ mental health not only affects business results but also generates higher costs. For this reason, it is essential to invest in welcoming work environments and to actively listen to employees.
Leadership also plays an important role in creating environments where employees feel valued and motivated to share ideas and work on innovative projects.
The Impact of Well-Being
Investing in employee well-being has clear benefits: it increases productivity, reduces errors, and fosters creativity. In fact, studies reveal that companies that prioritize well-being are not only more productive but also achieve a more positive workplace climate. In Latin America, 8 out of 10 employees believe that their companies are committed to creating healthy environments, both psychologically and emotionally.
Óscar Jiménez, from Great Place To Work, highlights that interest in mental health has grown both in companies and in society at large. After the pandemic, offices are no longer just for individual work but have transformed into places for collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
Offices of the Future
Eliana López, from Michael Page, suggests that the success of new office dynamics will depend on organizations’ ability to adapt. In addition, sustainable offices not only contribute to employee well-being but also generate energy savings and reduce CO2 emissions.
Finally, open offices—without fixed workstations and with more flexible spaces—promote a more agile, collaborative work environment with a strong sense of belonging.