Thriving organisations stand by their people

When individuals collectively thrive in a workplace then organisations as a whole, are more likely to thrive. At the Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy (ASWA), we believe that healthy, happy employees are the key to creating thriving organisations.

When we talk about wellness, what we are really talking about, is living life at your best; having consistent energy levels, the mental clarity and inner calm, to do the things that are important to you.

At ASWA, we are advocates that wellness should be within everyone’s reach.

Our position is that this can be accomplished through employers, managers, workplace wellness programs and organisational cultures. The culture of an organisation is influenced by the attitudes, behaviours and skillsets of the people within it. So how does a workplace foster a culture that readily supports and promotes the health and wellness of its people? More importantly, how does a workplace remain committed to driving a wellness culture long term?

Cultivating a sustainable wellness culture

Firstly, let’s look at the individual. If the individuals in your workplace embrace the concept of wellness and the initiatives put in place to enhance their wellbeing, that’s one box ticked.

Personal wellness, is broader than one might think. It’s all encompassing. We have developed the eight principles of wellness that form the foundation of our approach and successful workplace wellness initiatives support employees in fulfilling their needs in each of these eight principles:

1. HEALTH & safety Beyond the absence of mental and physical illness, health is feeling that you have the consistent energy levels, the mental clarity and inner calm, to do the things that are important to you. Knowing that you are safe from physical and psychological harm at work. Feeling secure enough to take calculated risks and show vulnerability.
2. PURPOSE Feeling connected to something bigger than yourself. Knowing that your work matters. Knowing what is truly important to you. Having purpose in your life.
3. VALUES Feeling that your personal values are supported. Feeling validated and encouraged.
4. MINDFULNESS Feeling connected by being present in your workplace relationships. Learning from your experiences and being challenged to use and expand on your strengths.
5. NOURISHMENT Experiencing positive, trusting relationships with others. Feeling a sense of belonging, acceptance and support.
6. ACHIEVEMENT  Succeeding at meeting your individual goals and work aspirations.
7. MOVEMENT  Regular physical activity throughout your day and feeling like you are progressing in your career.
8. RESILIENCE  Feeling you have the support, resources and autonomy to achieve your goals. Feeling grateful and expressing appreciation. Building team resilience and strategies to manage stress in the workplace.

If initiatives that address all of these areas are supported by management, then the organisation is on the road to a happy, healthy workplace. But who in your workplace has the skills, tools and techniques to develop, implement and manage such initiatives?

Enter the wellness leader. This could be someone currently in your workplace, with a passion to drive positive cultural change.

But do we really need a dedicated person for this?

Imagine having a team of people feeling so empowered to live at their best. They are productive, efficient and motivated to give their best to the organisation that supports them to live this way.

If you believe in the power of a thriving workforce, then stand by your belief and invest in your people. Support them by designating a wellness leader to drive wellness in your workplace.

At ASWA, we stand by our belief by actually investing in the creation of the framework and resources to support organisations to achieve all of the above.

A framework and tools for employee wellness.

We have developed a framework, founded on evidence-based principles, for organisations to develop, implement, manage and evaluate employee wellness initiatives and organisational cultures. This framework was designed to create the healthiest places to work and ultimately help workplaces to become an employer of choice.

Our online wellness programs for managers help individuals and organisations to be happier, healthier and higher-performing, with optimum wellness, vitality and sustainability.

This is wellness. This is our definition. This is our commitment to wellness leadership and bringing wellness within everybody’s reach. What is your commitment?

Want to discuss your vision for wellness in your organisation?

Let’s catch up for a (virtual) coffee….simply email me or ring 1300 342 191 from within Australia to line up a time that works for you.

Have a great week!

Angela

The strategic and sustainable approach to wellness

The Australasian Sustainable Wellness Academy’s Diploma of Wellness (Workplaces)  has been specifically developed to help managers effectively and efficiently lead wellness among work groups. From developing resilience and mindfulness, integrating wellness principles into life and workplaces, to creating innovative workspaces and managing effective workplace relationships, this qualification meets the needs of organisations to create a safe, healthy and happy workplace culture by establishing strong frameworks to make healthy lifestyle practices commonplace.