Take Care of the Fundamentals

Professional development and team building are critical to a healthy workplace, but they can't compensate for poor pay and lacking benefits.

First, the numbers.

Workplace stress is pervasive. Anyone with a pulse, a pursuit, and a paycheck can tell you that.

But how bad is it really? That might come as a surprise.

A staggering 83% of US workers experience pervasive workplace stress, with a quarter ranking their job as the number one source of stress in their lives.

The repercussions are legion and costly. Depression-induced absenteeism alone costs US businesses a massive $51B annually.

These statistics underscore the urgent need for employers to address the well-being of their employees.

Cherry Blossoms on the Tidal Basin. Washington, D.C. Photo Credit: Us

There’s not an app for that.

In recent years, there has been a surge in companies offering mental wellness apps and implementing various morale-boosting initiatives. At The Change Laboratory, we specialize in helping individuals and teams achieve their highest potential. So we’re all for it!

But while these efforts are commendable, they often overlook a critical aspect of employee…