It has long been recognised that a work-life balance is a vital key in maintaining a fulfilled and happy workforce – how can on site massage help your employees and your business?
Welfare Policies – Post Pandemic
The pandemic months changed the working environment. A normal day at the office changed to isolated working in less than ideal work spaces, Teams, Zoom and working in PJ’s. Some loved it, some didn’t. As things started to reopen, some employees resisted and employers started to look for ways to entice their workforce back to the office.
The BBC wrote an article featuring several ways companies are achieving this, with in-person incentives, including free food, a beer tap (for Fridays!) dog hotels, libraries, break out spaces and wellness services including massage and speaking therapies. Some businesses offer these services for free, others as a subsided perk.
Mind-Body Connection In The Workplace
I’m a big believer in the mind-body connection, especially within the workplace, where pressure and stress levels can be at their peak, combined with long hours and a sedentary posture. Short regular breaks away from the screen or a device are pivotal to maintaining sanity! It really doesn’t have to be long, even 10 minutes can provide a soul recharge.
On-Site Massage Solutions That Your Employees Will Love
Effective massage treatments for the workplace need only last 10-20 minutes. Some types of massage are ideally suited to the workplace, such as Chair Massage and Indian Head Massage – both of which enable the client to remain clothed. They are super time efficient and are often enjoyed by those who might not otherwise consider a normal massage.
The benefits of short, targeted massage sessions in the office environment can be:
- Tension relief in the back, neck, shoulders, head and arms
- Stress and anxiety relief
- Increased immune function
- Increased focus, energy and mental clarity
- Morale boost within the office
Show Your Employees You Care…
Showing your employees you care about their wellbeing goes a long way to creating an environment they want to be in… and stay! It shows you care about them, not just your profit margins. Having a therapist come in on a regular basis also allows your staff to enjoy follow up treatments, where problem areas can be worked on and as an extension of your team, we can get to know your staff personally and help you create a happy and renewed workforce!
If you’re an employer who wants to achieve these benefits, let’s talk!