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Power of Calm for Health Corporates- Program to reduce stress

STRESS IN THE WORKPLACE IS A BURDEN ON YOUR EMPLOYEES AND YOUR BOTTOM LINE.

THE ISSUE

75%

of medical conditions related to productivity loss can be considered stress related.*3

$34 Billion

in productivity was lost from the Australian Economy in 2010 due to stress related illness.*2

6.5 Working Days

are lost per employee each year due to stress. *2

$300 Billion

is lost every year to U.S business as a consequence of stress related disorders.*1

Corporate Employees Stress
  • Back, Neck & Spinal Problems

  • Heart Disease

  • Headaches

  • Asthma

  • Depression

  • Skin Conditions

  • High Blood Pressure

  • Anxiety

  • High Cholesterol

  • Diabetes

%

Higher Absenteeism

A major study found those reporting higher stress to be 24% more likely to be absent from work more often. *5

%

Lower Productivity

Unproductive workers are nearly 4x more costly than absent workers. *2

%

Employee Retention

Stressed workers are more than 20% more likely to quit or be planning to quit. *4

A SOLUTION

THE POWER OF CALM 14-DAY PROGRAM

BREAK THE CYCLE OF MODERN DAY STRESS.

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Identify the problem

Over half of all employees surveyed admit to being overwhelmed by stress. This is a significant productivity and wellness issue.

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Create Awareness

Help employees and managers become aware of the issue and its consequences. Demystify the problem and reduce its stigma.

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Educate and empower

Educate your workforce as to the nature of the problem. Deliver the resources to empower change. An educational call to action for your staff

Power of calm kit

THE POWER OF CALM PROGRAM

Innovative | Effective | Low Cost | Self-supporting

THE BENEFITS

Power of calm benefits employees to stay cheerful and happy

Benefits to Employees

  • Awareness of the benefits of Addressing Stress and the dangers of ignoring it.
  • Improved workplace experience. Learning a life skill with benefits that flow beyond the workplace.
  • Avoiding the perceived stigma of having to reach out for help.
  • Restoring calm, clarity and kiwigambling.co.nz balance into daily decision making processes.
  • The potential for better health and an enhanced sense of well being.

Benefits to Employers

  • A healthier, happier and more productive human capital base
  • Strong internal marketing and corporate communication message (branding opportunities).
  • Stand out as an employer of choice by creating a caring workplace environment.
  • Encourage better work-life balance in a more powerful and meaningful context.
  • Improved employee retention.
Power of Calm benefits to employers

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY

The University of South Australia analysed a broad range of stress management interventions and concluded:

  • Stress management initiatives were effective in reducing employee stress symptoms, improving coping responses and improving workplace performance.
  • A combination of organisation level and individual focused strategies worked best.
  • De-medicalised approaches were most effective.
  • Providing employees with the skills and strategies to deal with stress was key to the success of these initiatives.
University of Australia Stress Findings

Stress Statistics – Statistics Brain. (2013). Statistics Brain Research Institute – Source American Psychological Association Economic Modelling of the Cost of Presenteeism in Australia: 2011 Update, KPMG Econtech Sick at Work – The cost of presenteeism to your business and the economy. Medibank Private. (2011) Leontaridi R. et al. Work Related Stress, Quitting Intentions and Absenteeism (2002), IZA DP No.493 Serxner S.A et al (2001). The impact of behavioural health risks on worker absenteeism. Job Stress – Causes, Impacts and Interventions in the Health and Community Sector. (2006). UNISA, Commissioned by Workcover NSW