Looking at The Outcall Spa's Partnership with LinkedIn for Transformative Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
In the demanding corporate environment and post-pandemic world, employee wellbeing has become critical to the success of business, and is no longer a mere buzzword. Leading this trend is The Outcall Spa, a forward-thinking wellness provider with a hands-on approach: bringing spa and corporate massage services to your doorstep.
Recently, we collaborated with LinkedIn, setting up a two-day office massage event as part of their corporate wellness events and wellbeing programme. This initiative underscores the rising recognition of comprehensive employee wellness as a pivotal aspect of organisational strategy.
Why Employee Wellbeing Matters
Employee wellbeing has a direct impact on an organisation’s dynamics, brand trust, and longevity. A healthy work environment boosts employee morale, ensuring their mental and physical health are in optimal condition, and likely increasing their commitment to the organisation.
Impacts on Employees
The benefits of employee wellbeing to the workforce are substantial and multifaceted. A study by the Mental Health Foundation found that 86% of people agree that their job and being at work were important to protecting and maintaining their mental health – with people who had experienced mental health problems most likely to agree.
Addressing wellbeing at work has also been shown to increase productivity by as much as 12%, and significantly more for some individuals. This highlights the correlation between mental wellbeing and productivity. Additionally, employees in good health typically have lower absenteeism, enhancing organisational efficiency.
When it comes to job selection, 87% of employees consider health and wellbeing offerings when choosing an employer, and the majority of employees agreed that distinct corporate wellness programs positively influence their decision to stay with an organisation.
Impact on Businesses
Emphasising employee wellbeing and initiating corporate wellness programs therefore has clear implications for businesses as well. A Gallup report highlighted that companies with highly engaged employees experienced 59% lower turnover. In monetary terms, every dollar invested in employee wellbeing results in a return of $2.73 in increased productivity and reduced healthcare costs.
A study by Deloitte pointed out that companies incorporating comprehensive wellbeing strategies were twice as likely to outperform their competitors. These companies also reported 28% higher shareholder returns over a five-year period.
Companies that prioritise employee wellbeing and corporate wellness activities not only elevate engagement levels but also build a more loyal, satisfied, and productive workforce.
The Power of Spa Treatments for Mental Health
Wondering how to improve employee satisfaction or how The Outcall Spa can help your business? Spa treatments and self-care practices, particularly massage therapy, have a scientifically-backed impact on mental health. A 2021 report found that individuals who engaged in self-care activities exhibited a lower risk of mental health issues.
Numerous studies have shown massage therapy can significantly reduce stress levels. Stress is a major factor contributing to various health issues, from cardiovascular diseases to psychological disorders. By reducing stress, massage therapy thus helps mitigate these health risks.
Improved sleep quality is another well-documented benefit of massage therapy. As adequate sleep is critical for cognitive functions and overall mental wellbeing, this aspect of our corporate massage services contributes to employees’ productivity and work satisfaction.
Given this robust body of evidence, incorporating spa treatments into corporate wellness programs can create a profound positive impact on employees’ mental wellbeing. By addressing both the physical and mental aspects of health, such an approach supports a comprehensive, holistic wellness strategy for your business.
The Outcall Spa & LinkedIn: Fostering Employee Wellness
For a first-hand understanding of our initiative and the LinkedIn partnership, we had a chat with our founder, Amber Chong.
Our mission is to bring a spa to everyone’s doorstep. We focus on delivering rejuvenating spa treatments right at our client’s location, enabling them to re-focus their mind on achieving their goals.
Our clients frequently report that our services help them relax their mind, release tension, and ease bodily aches.
LinkedIn approached us for a two-day office massage event. We had an excellent response from employees who eagerly booked their 15-minute massage slots at our on-site Wellness Room. Everything, from the initial discussions to the execution, was handled professionally, ensuring a smooth experience.
Amber’s conviction on employee wellness is strong:
Companies that care stand out in the business world. By investing in their employees’ physical and mental health, they are rewarded with increased productivity and lower turnover.”
What LinkedIn Has to Say
The collaboration that ran from May 16 to 17th was well-received, as affirmed by Vera Soh, Regional Wellness Specialist (APAC) at LinkedIn:
Rest is one of LinkedIn’s key tenets of wellness as it supports us in showing up as our best selves both at work and at home. When we think of rest, a good massage often comes to mind. The Outcall Spa came recommended and the recommendation came at the perfect timing when I was planning events for Mental Health Awareness Month. Working with The Outcall Spa was a smooth process – from our initial calls, to the execution, and wrapping up. Amber and team took care of all the details professionally to ensure the experience was excellent for our employees. The main feedback was that the office massage therapist was amazing but the 15 minute sessions were too short!
Her satisfaction with our recent collaboration emphasises the value of such well-being activities for employees and we encourage other companies to follow suit.
Conclusion
As we move forward in an ever-evolving corporate landscape, the importance of employee wellness will only increase.
Proactive companies like ours, The Outcall Spa, are leading this change. If you’re considering organising a similar corporate wellness event, reach out to us. We’re dedicated to helping companies create healthier, happier work environments through our specialised wellness events and services.