When constructing a wellness program within your organization, creating a solid wellness team is critical to your program’s success. Teams lead the way for other employees to transform their lives and make positive, healthy choices. Consider the following suggestions for developing a wellness team and getting your wellness program off to a good start.

Formally Appoint Team Members And A Leader

November is American Diabetes Month. For those of you who know me well, you are probably aware that diabetes prevention and education is a subject about which I am very passionate.

America has a financial crisis that extends far beyond Washington D.C. According to a recent white paper issued by Purchasing Power, 44% of full-time employees worry about their personal finances during work hours. In addition, 29% of full-time workers said they spend time dealing with their personal finances during work hours, and of those, 46% spend an average of 2-3 hours per week at work dealing with their financial issues. While this is certainly a costly productivity and engagement issue for employers, it is also a health issue.

Employers should believe that healthier employees are more productive employees. Studies prove this! Emphasizing health AND changing the culture within the workplace to support healthier lifestyles is worth the effort. Any ROI is icing on the cake.