Creative Solutions
the strategic and wellbeing approaches make this point. When companies provide tactical support, they ultimately demonstrate cultural values and pave the way toward strategically including people and removing barriers so they can contribute more effectively. Wiley and Monster both provide access to teaching and tutoring resources to support parents who are facilitating learning with their children, for example. And both companies offer the use of Care.
The workplace is an important opportunity for people to come together, connect, build relationships and nurture networks. A sense of belonging isn’t created just by being with people, but when employees have a common sense of social identity and positive mutual dependence—and being together face-to-face, engaged together on tasks is one of the most powerful ways to provide for community, connection and social capital.Another element of wellness is celebration and recognition.
Career development is also a part of a holistic approach to wellbeing. People need feedback about their performance today, but also about how they will grow through the organization. Gretchen Alarcon, VP and General Manager for HR Delivery for ServiceNow, expands on this idea, “[We must consider], how we can help employees feel supported today along with giving them opportunities to grow and develop in their career.”Flexible working is also part of the wellbeing solution.