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| | ● The Expert Exchange with Nandini Kamat - Sr Director HR - IDEX India. ● Understanding the Behavioural Impact of Wellness Programs. ● Our Comic Strip - Fun. Yet. Insightful - Episode 2 - Leadership Sparks Wellness Joy
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| |  | Nandini Kamat(Sr Director HR - IDEX India) |
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| Q: How would you, as an HR leader, define a well-executed wellness program?
A: A well-executed wellness program enhances employees' physical, mental, and emotional well-being while driving organizational success. It should be purpose-driven, aligning employee needs with organizational goals and focusing on measurable outcomes like improved health, reduced absenteeism, and higher engagement.
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| Here are some of our key expectations from an effective program. Comprehensive Scope: ● Physical Health: Fitness programs, annual health check-ups. ● Social and Emotional Well-being: Team-building activities, support groups. ● Financial Wellness: Literacy sessions, retirement planning.
Inclusivity and Accessibility: ● Tailored to diverse needs across locations, roles, and age groups. ● Flexible formats like on-site, virtual, or hybrid options. ● Collaborations with providers like myHealthmeter for nationwide health check-ups.
Integration with Organizational Practices: ● Policies promoting work-life balance, such as flexible schedules, make wellness an ongoing responsibility, not a one-time effort.
Results-Oriented Approach: ● Tangible benefits like improved morale, reduced turnover, and lower healthcare costs. ● Discounted health check-ups for employees’ families extend the program's impact.
A well-designed wellness program creates a healthier, more engaged workforce while reinforcing the organization’s commitment to holistic well-being. |
| Q: What common challenges do you observe with employee participation in wellness programs, and how do you address them?
A: As an HR leader, getting employees to participate in wellness programs can be tricky. The main challenges? Awareness, time, and complacency. Here’s how we tackle them: Awareness Many employees simply don’t know what’s available or how it helps. ● We promote programs through emails, posters, and team meetings. ● Personalize benefits to what matters—stress relief, fitness, or age-specific needs. ● Introduce wellness initiatives during onboarding to build awareness early.
Time Constraints Busy schedules can make participation seem impossible. ● Flexible options like virtual sessions fit into any routine. ● Activities during breaks or non-peak hours make them easier to join. ● Managers actively encourage wellness by building it into team priorities.
Complacency Some employees overlook health risks or delay action. The key? Keep it simple, accessible, and relevant—wellness works best when it feels like a natural part of work life. |
| |  | What’s the Behavioural Impact of Wellness Programs? Can Mindsets Really Shift? |
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| Can trees sway gracefully in the face of a fierce gust of wind? Can rivers navigate their paths around unexpected obstacles? Just like nature’s resilience, we humans have an innate ability to adapt, evolve, and thrive. When wellness programs breeze into the workplace, they hold the power to inspire remarkable transformations. |
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| But can these initiatives truly shift mindsets and inspire lasting lifestyle changes? Absolutely! Here’s how: |
| The Power of Participation:
New Habits: From virtual yoga to financial well-being, employees discover healthier routines.
Community: Wellness turns into a shared adventure. |
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| From Obligation to Ownership:
Taking Charge: Wellness becomes a personal mission, not a checkbox.
Informed Choices: Employees steer their own health journeys.
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| Transformational Ripple Effect:
Habits That Stick: Healthier choices lead to a vibrant, energized work culture. |
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| Success Story: Real-Life Transformation |
| Let’s look at the organization that has nailed it: |
| At Intuit, wellness isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s flexible, just like life! Here’s how their Wellbeing for Life program empowers employees to chart their own wellness journeys: |
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| Reimbursement for Wellness: Up to INR 60,000 annually for health-related expenses. |
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| Holistic Focus: Covers physical, mental, and financial well-being. |
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| Customizable Choices: Employees can choose - gym memberships, therapy, or even family wellness! |
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| Impact: Healthier lifestyles, improved morale, and lasting behavioural changes. |
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| As we ride the waves of wellness, it’s clear these programs are more than just a drop—they’re a tidal wave of transformation! With impressive outcomes like this, it’s no wonder companies are embracing wellness as a lifestyle, not just a goal! |
| | F.Y.I - Episode 2: Leadership Sparks Wellness Joy |
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