Statement of the Problem

Research shows that a $24-$hour day should be divided into one$-$third for sleep, one$-$third for work, and one$-$third for play to maintain a healthy lifestyle balance. The trend in today$$s workplace is for employees to work longer hours, and as a result, when they arrive home, they do not feel like exercising or cooking quality meals. As well, many employees are not taking holidays. These two situations result in lethargy and absenteeism due to health issues and affect employee productivity. A healthy staff will reduce costs to the organization and meet budget requirements. Research also shows that work$/$life balance is an area that has been increasingly recognized as strategically important in attracting the best possible candidates and also retaining high$-$quality staff.

Purpose and Scope of Work

The purpose of this report is to outline the benefits of developing a wellness program at Brisbane Industries.

Research

My staff and I in the HR Department will research published studies of programs that have been instituted at other companies and investigate the findings on work$/$life and wellness programs reported in medical and other journals. We will also be sending out questionnaires and conducting interviews with HR representatives at several companies with such programs.

Benefits of a Work$/$Life Balance Program

Supporting and encouraging work$/$life balance provides the key to a successful organization. Therefore, minimizing work$/$life conflicts helps prevent employee overload and increases work satisfaction. The report will provide evidence of:

Work$/$life balance programs produce healthier and happier employees.

Healthy and happy employees increase productivity.

Healthy and happy employees reduce absenteeism$.$

Healthy and happy employees are more likely to remain loyal to the company and save costs on retraining.

Work$/$life balance programs attract the best candidates.

Task Assignments and Schedule

The completed report will be presented to management on May $10.$ The schedule for completing the report is as follows:

Research March $20$

Review correspondence received April $1$

Conduct interviews April $10$

Write preliminary draft April $21$

Finalize preliminary draft April $26$

Deliver preliminary draft May $1$

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