Employee Wellness & Change Management

• Recognize the importance of employee well-being in the workplace.
• Explore effective strategies for managing change in a human-oriented manner.
• Acquire skills to implement human-oriented frameworks for employee wellness and change management.

• Defining Employee Wellness in the Modern Workplace
  • Exploring the concept of employee wellness in today’s organizational context
  • Recognizing the importance of promoting well-being in the workplace
• Embracing Change: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities
  • Understanding the inevitability of change in the modern workplace
  • Identifying the potential stressors and opportunities that change presents for employees
• The Link between Employee Wellness and Organizational Success
  • Highlighting the connection between employee well-being and overall business performance
  • Discussing how a healthy workforce contributes to productivity and innovation

• Leading with Empathy: The Human Side of Change Management
  • Emphasizing the role of empathetic leadership in times of change
  • How empathy fosters trust and resilience among employees
• Strategies for Communicating Change Effectively
  • Developing communication skills to convey change messages with clarity and transparency
  • Addressing common communication pitfalls during change initiatives
• Leading by Example: Modeling Wellness and Adaptation
  • Examining how leadership sets the tone for employee wellness and adaptability
  • Showcasing leadership behaviors that promote well-being and successful change management

• Creating a Supportive Work Environment
  • Strategies for fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes employee wellness
  • Identifying physical and psychological factors that contribute to a supportive environment
• Empowering Employees: Providing Tools and Resources
  • Equipping employees with the tools and resources they need to manage change and stress
  • Offering wellness programs and initiatives to support employees’ mental and physical health
• Employee Resilience and Adaptation
  • Building resilience as a key skill for navigating change
  • Techniques and practices to enhance employee adaptability and stress management

• Measuring the Impact of Employee Wellness Programs
  • Methods for assessing the effectiveness of employee wellness initiatives
  • Collecting feedback and data to make data-driven improvements
• The Continuous Improvement Cycle: Adapting to Employee Needs
  • Embracing a culture of continuous improvement in employee wellness and change management
  • Responding to evolving employee needs and feedback for ongoing success
• Celebrating Successes and Learning from Challenges
  • Recognizing and celebrating achievements in employee wellness and successful change management
  • Analyzing challenges as opportunities for growth and improvement

• Wellness Program Assessment and Action Planning:
  • In this exercise, participants assess their own teams or departments using wellness surveys and engagement metrics.
  • After identifying key areas for improvement, participants collaborate to develop action plans that incorporate human-oriented approaches to enhance employee well-being.
  • This hands-on exercise allows participants to apply workshop concepts to their specific workplace contexts and create actionable strategies for positive change.
• Leadership Coaching Simulation:
  • Participants engage in a role-play scenario where they take on the role of human-oriented leaders.
  • They practice coaching and addressing employee concerns related to change and wellness, drawing on the principles discussed in the workshop.
  • Through this interactive role-play, participants refine their leadership skills and gain confidence in addressing real-life employee challenges with empathy and effectiveness.
• Culture Change Ideation Workshop:
  • Participants form small groups and simulate a brainstorming session to devise cultural transformation initiatives for their organizations.
  • Each group focuses on creating human-oriented approaches that align with the workshop’s teachings.
  • The exercise encourages creative thinking and collaboration, allowing participants to explore innovative ways to foster a human-centric workplace culture.

(included in Half-Day sessions)

• ADKAR Change Management Framework – Participants will learn about the ADKAR framework and how to apply it to effectively manage change.
• The 5Cs of Resilience Model – Participants will be introduced to the 5Cs of resilience model, including competence, confidence, connection, character, and contribution, and learn how to apply these concepts to promote resilience.
• PERMA Model for Well-being and Happiness – Participants will learn about the PERMA model and how to use it to cultivate well-being and happiness in the workplace.

• Key Concept Presentation:
  • Delivering theoretical foundations and frameworks.
  • Providing in-depth insights into the core concepts of employee wellness and change management.
  • Offering a clear understanding of the foundational principles that underpin the workshop’s objectives.
• Group Discussions and Brainstorming:
  • Encouraging participant interaction and idea generation.
  • Creating a collaborative environment for sharing experiences and insights.
  • Fostering discussions that allow participants to learn from each other’s perspectives.
• Practical Exercises and Role-Play:
  • Applying concepts to real-world scenarios and honing skills.
  • Facilitating hands-on learning experiences that reinforce the application of strategies in various workplace situations.
  • Providing opportunities for participants to practice and refine their change management and wellness skills.
• Case Studies and Industry Examples:
  • Drawing insights from successful implementations.
  • Analyzing real-world case studies and examples to showcase effective employee wellness and change management strategies.
  • Extracting practical lessons from organizations that have successfully implemented human-oriented practices.

included with Full Day sessions

• Training Materials:
  • Comprehensive presentation slides covering key concepts, frameworks, and case studies discussed during the session.
  • Handouts summarizing essential points and strategies for participants to reference.
• Interactive Activities:
  • Customizable engagement surveys and templates for participants to assess their teams’ well-being and engagement.
  • Role-play scenarios and coaching guides for leadership coaching simulations.
  • Brainstorming prompts and templates for culture change ideation workshops.
  • Design challenge templates for creating human-oriented workplace initiatives.
  • Hypothetical workplace challenge scenarios with human-oriented principles for scenario analysis exercises.
• Additional Resources:
  • Recommended reading materials, articles, and books related to employee wellness, change management, and human-oriented leadership.
  • Recommended online tools and resources for conducting employee engagement surveys and well-being assessments.
  • Templates for creating action plans and implementing change initiatives.
• Supportive Documentation:
  • Documentation of real-world case studies and industry examples discussed in the session.
  • Worksheets and guides for participants to document their action plans, coaching sessions, and brainstorming ideas.
• Peer Interaction and Collaboration:*
  • Discussion forums or virtual meeting platforms for participants to connect, share insights, and collaborate on group activities.
  • Facilitator-led group discussions and feedback sessions to promote peer learning.
• Feedback Mechanisms:
• Feedback forms and surveys to collect participants’ thoughts on the effectiveness of the session and areas for improvement.
• Post-session webinars or Q&A sessions to address any questions or concerns.*