⚠️Toxic productivity, hey hanging & 💻workplace loneliness: VIWELL well-being insider

Happy Friday! We know, we know - you'd rather be at the beach, or the pool, or anywhere but your desk on this June day. If only you could clone yourself, or can you? Well, not yet, but if Zoom Founder and CEO Eric Yuan gets away, your "digital twin" may soon be taking your meetings for you. What could possibly go wrong?

👋Have you ever been "hey hanged" at work?

Here’s what it is, and how you can stop it from causing employees anxiety.

This phenomenon, where a colleague or boss sends vague messages like 'Hey, call me EOD,' can be surprisingly stressful. It disrupts the workflow and creates unnecessary anxiety around official communication, especially when employees across the board are constantly hearing of layoffs. Anxiety disorders affect over 300 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.

How to tackle hey-hanging at work?

👉 Discuss the importance of sharing context.

👉 Set guidelines for best practices for messages sent at work via Slack or Teams.

👉 Be a true people-first company.

👉 Remind yourself that it's OK to ask for clarification.

👉 Establish boundaries for response times to manage expectations and reduce pressure.

(Forbes)

WORKPLACE CULTURE

⚠️ Era of Toxic Productivity

A company culture where continuous work is valued over employee well-being can create a toxic environment for people. According to HBR, 9 out of 10 employees are willing to accept less pay in exchange for more meaningful work.

More than 80% of workers have experienced productivity anxiety due to pressure to consistently achieve a high level of performance. Building a healthy work environment demands ongoing effort. By implementing strategies, and encouraging a culture of wellbeing at work, you’ll create a thriving team that achieves sustainable success.

WELL-BEING

💻 Workplace Loneliness is on the Rise

You’ve heard about the loneliness epidemic, and it is real. Significant numbers of people feel, disconnected and depressed based on a lack of connections with others. 1 in 5 employees worldwide feel lonely (Gallup, State of the Global Workplace Report 2024).

Social isolation and chronic loneliness have devastating effects on physical and mental health. Employers can support social wellness, encourage professional growth, and combat loneliness by implementing team-building activities.

👏 COMPANY APPRECIATION FOR EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING #pioneerofchange

Countries across the world are amping up their leave policies as the benefits of parental leave become more well-known. With that being said, a Dubai firm, Baker McKenzie announces a year off as maternity leave: new dads to get 42 days - as a reflection of their commitment to creating a workplace that prioritizes wellbeing and champions gender diversity.

By increasing maternity and paternity leave we aim to provide essential support to our employees during this significant life event - Broys Dackiw, Managing Partner, BAKER McKenzie.

A study commissioned by Vodafone revealed that 25% of workers would not apply to jobs lacking sufficient parental leave benefits. This underscores the crucial role such policies play in retaining and attracting top talent.

🌟 WELL-BEING ADVOCATE SPOTLIGHT

Meet Rebecca McGuane, corporate wellness specialist & mental health advocate, a true pioneer in promoting employee well-being in the region. Through her unwavering dedication to fostering a healthy work environment, you inspire us all to keep investing in the well-being of employees and supporting the workforce in UAE.

🏆 WELL-BEING CHAMPION ALERT! - VIWELL DIGITAL PLATFORM

Shining the spotlight on Maya Fares from CAFU, who is not only encouraging her team to engage in their holistic wellbeing but also completed the well-being insights challenge on the VIWELL digital platform and is rewarded for her efforts.

Investing in wellness initiatives improves employee health & productivity. VIWELL's well-being offerings can help you build a highly efficient, resilient & healthy team. Our scientifically backed, expert-designed, and personalized well-being workshops support your employees in all facets of their lives.

Here is what our clients say about us!

❌ ENCOUNTERED A DIFFICULT CO-WORKER AT WORK?

Listen to our wellbeing expert Faten El Ayache PCC Executive Coach, Positive Psychology, NLP,TEDx as she shares:

✅ Importance of positive psychology in the workplace

✅ Dealing with difficult colleagues indifferent scenarios

✅ Strategies for building healthier relationships in the workplace

ALL-IN-ONE WELL-BEING PLATFORM

VIWELL partners with organizations of all sizes to offer comprehensive employee well-being solutions such as:

• An extensive wellness content library
• Corporate well-being Challenges
• Easy access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing workshops across six well-being pillars
• HR & employee dashboard VIWELL offers an ecosystem that encourages well-being every step of the way. If you are looking for professional guidance to support your employees holistically, our dedicated team is here to help.

Stay Well!