Give Your Employees the Gift of Work-Life Alignment This Season

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Companies can’t run smoothly without the hard work and support of employees, so this year, why not give them the gift of better work-life alignment? With services that range from booking travel to researching dog walkers or even client entertaining assistance, our concierges are experts in helping your employees shorten their to-do lists.

Blending concierge services with employee benefits may seem unconventional, but organizations reap remarkable rewards when they seamlessly weave the service into their operations.?

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Improve employee wellbeing?

Many organizations have made strides in recent years when it comes to supporting employee well-being, but there’s more progress to be made. Recent research from the American Psychological Association indicates that workplace stress remains high, with 77% of workers reporting work-related stress in the last month. In addition, 57% of the respondents reported the type of work-related stress that is often associated with burnout.?

Thankfully, organizations can turn this trend around by implementing programs that enhance employee work-life alignment. The same study found that employees who were satisfied with the balance between life at work and life at home were more likely to rate their overall mental health as good or excellent (79%), compared with those who reported being unsatisfied with their level of control (44%).

Better work-life alignment doesn’t just improve mental well-being, the benefits extend to heart health as well. A recent article in the Harvard Gazette illustrates how working conditions are important social determinants of health. “When stressful workplace conditions and work-family conflict were mitigated, we saw a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease among more vulnerable employees, without any negative impact on their productivity.”

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Boost performance

Improved work-life alignment is as good for the organization as it is for their workers. The 2023 State of the Global Workplace Report from Gallup estimates that low rates of employee engagement cost the global economy $8.8 trillion—9% of global GDP. A positive atmosphere and well rested employees are much more likely to be creative, engaged and dedicated to their work. Research conducted across 44 industries in Spain solidified the link between work-life balance and profitability. Those who felt their life had balance experienced greater organizational efficiency because their teams were putting forth additional effort.?

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Retain your best talent

Unsurprisingly, employees who feel supported and valued are more likely to remain loyal to their employer. The recruitment process is expensive, which gives organizations a strong incentive to retain their best people.?

Wellness initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance—like a Concierge program—can shift organizational culture significantly. On the other hand, when employees are unhappy or feel unsupported, they are more likely to leave their job. Turnover can lead to a decrease in productivity and morale, which can ultimately impact the bottom line. The difference in turnover rates between thriving employees and those who are struggling or suffering is considerable. A recent Gallup poll found that when employees are thriving, they're 32% less likely to be thinking about or actively seeking another job.

Investing in your people’s balance and well-being is good for you and for them, so make 2024 the year of the employee. The gift of work-life alignment keeps giving all year long.

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