The global trend is for companies to purchase wellness programmes to address various needs of their employees and the benefits this produces can be seen as cost containment rather than additional value.

It is a talent retention strategy that takes talent one step further by enabling staff to develop to their full potential, rather than just doing what they are assigned, with activities that reduce stress, support their long-term health and reinforce their loyalty to the organisation.

Wellness practices and programmes have become expected of successful companies. But the elements included in such a programme can vary according to the specific needs of each company, according to its values, priorities and staff characteristics - all in the most cost-efficient way, so it is important to develop it in a tailor-made, expertly advised way. For example, while health care remains the current priority, there is a growing demand for ongoing training and exercise programmes, a reflection of some adaptation to the new normal and hope for the future.

It is important to consider that wellness goes beyond looking good and being fit, it also involves emotional, financial and occupational health. It is about adopting a lifestyle that invests in the integrity of tomorrow and reduces future risks today. As is well known, there is no less costly treatment than prevention.

The work/life/home balance is likely to have changed forever in the aftermath of the pandemic and in the years ahead we should not rule out flexible arrangements that offer people the ability to invest in their professional development, health and family life without the need for further displacement.

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