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January 25, 2012 | Volume 6 | Number 1
In this issue - How you can reduce presenteeism-related productivity loss, suggested readings on employee recognition and more.
How Does Presenteeism Affect My Organization?
Presenteeism costs U.S. companies $150 billion a year. And if you think presenteeism is better than absenteesim, you may want to think again. This article explores the causes and consequences of presenteeism and offers specific steps that organizations can take to reduce the impact of employees who show up for work physically but may not be “all there.” Read more
Commitment to Career Development is Key
A commitment to employees’ career development is one of the best ways to facilitate engagement and creativity in an organization. And yet this practice is seldom implemented, and typically not done well. Take a look at why it's important, the obstacles that get in the way and what organizations can do to support employees. Read more
Suggested Readings: Employee Recognition
In this recurring feature, we bring you new releases, best-of-class reference texts and resources you can use to promote employee well-being and organizational performance. This selection of books focuses on employee recognition with volumes that explore motivation, incentives and more. Read more
Wellness at Work
WorldatWork strives to practice what it preaches when it comes to creating the best work environment for employees. Prevention is a priority and between its “Total Rewards” strategy and focus on employee involvement, this organization is leading the way to a healthy, productive workforce. Read more
Time Off for Good Behavior
Just as VisitPittsburgh works to show the public that Pittsburgh is a great place to visit, the company also strives to be a healthy place to work. Read about the Lifestyle Returns program that encourages employees to take responsibility for their well-being. Read more
Highlights from the Good Company Blog
Information overload can cause us to miss things once in a while. Here are some recent highlights from our Good Company Blog, in the event they slipped by you the first time. Read more
Hot Off the Press
Review the latest research and news related to employee well-being and organizational performance. This month, linking employee engagement to business performance, tips for reducing repetitive stress injuries, the link between work flexibility and employee health and more. Read more
Upcoming Events
Review the listings to find conferences and other events to help you build a healthy and productive work environment. Events come from a variety of disciplines, including psychology, human resources, health promotion and employee benefits. Read more
