Wellbeing Gifts: Enhancing Employee Engagement and Productivity
In today's fast-paced work environment, prioritising employee wellbeing is not just a compassionate choice—it's a strategic imperative. At Gilded Bee, we recognise that supporting the holistic health of your team leads to increased engagement, productivity, and overall organisational success.
The Link Between Engagement and Productivity
Engaged employees are more committed, motivated, and aligned with company goals, resulting in higher productivity. Studies have shown that highly engaged teams are 17% more productive than their less engaged counterparts (Thomas). Moreover, organisations with a highly engaged workforce experience a 21% increase in profitability (HR Cloud).
Embracing the Whole Person
It's essential to remember that employees bring their entire selves to work—their skills, aspirations, challenges, and personal lives. As the saying goes, "you don't just hire the parts that do a role; you hire the whole person." Recognising this holistic perspective fosters a culture of empathy and support, leading to enhanced job satisfaction and loyalty.
Navigating the 'Always-On' Culture
The modern workplace, characterised by constant connectivity, often blurs the lines between professional and personal life. This 'always-on' culture can lead to stress and burnout, negatively impacting employee wellbeing and performance. Implementing flexible working arrangements and promoting work-life balance are crucial steps in mitigating these challenges.
The NHS Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing
At Gilded Bee, our approach to wellbeing gifts is guided by the NHS's Five Steps to Mental Wellbeing (NHS guide to mental wellbeing):
1. Connect with Others: Fostering strong relationships enhances mental wellbeing.
- Gift Ideas: Give a gift including games and snacks to share. Include a QR code to a playlist of tracks curated by their team. Organise team-building activities or provide shared experiences that encourage bonding.
2. Be Physically Active: Physical activity benefits both body and mind.
Gift Ideas: Gift our Micro-adventures gift to encourage your employees to get active. Give a fitness subscription.
3. Learn New Skills: Continuous learning boosts self-confidence and purpose.
- Gift Ideas: Give a gift including stationery and inspiring books to learn from. Provide access to online courses or workshops. Host a creative workshop.
4. Give to Others: Acts of kindness create positive feelings and connections.
- Gift Ideas: Give a gift that gives back to others, with employee having the choice of which good cause to support. Facilitate volunteer opportunities or charitable initiatives.
5. Pay Attention to the Present Moment (Mindfulness): Mindfulness enhances self-awareness and reduces stress.
- Gift Ideas: Provide mindfulness journals, tea, candles to create a mindful moment. Gift a subscription to meditation apps.
By integrating these principles into our curated gift selections, we aim to support the comprehensive wellbeing of your employees, fostering a thriving and productive workplace.
