Fostering office wellbeing to hit targets
In the high-pressure world of finance, hitting targets relies on the optimal well-being of employees. When team members are healthy, happy, and engaged, they perform better, contributing significantly to the organisation’s success. Here are some strategies we employ at dmca Advisory to foster office well-being and boost productivity.
Create a Positive Work Environment
A supportive team environment with a positive and respectful culture is integral to maintaining morale and productivity. At dmca, our collaboratively developed team values – Leadership, Collaboration, Empathy, Integrity, and Adaptability – guide our company culture. We have monthly team social events, celebrate important milestones, recognise achievements and contributions, engage in frequent team-building activities, and hold end-of-year and end-of-financial-year celebrations. This fosters a positive team culture, enabling us to provide the best quality service to our clients.
Prioritize Mental & Physical Health
Mental and physical health are paramount to well-being and overall productivity. Regular well-being workshops and team challenges, encourage focus on mental and physical health and help combat business pressures. Our office has a large break-out space with ergonomic furniture and games, where team members can take a break, socialize, or recuperate. Our Employee Well-being Program includes monthly onsite massages, access to stand-up desks, optional free flu vaccinations, and provision of fresh fruit and basic kitchen supplies.
Encourage Work-Life Balance
Encouraging a healthy work-life balance is essential. Implement flexible working hours and allow remote work where feasible. Ensure that workloads are manageable and promote the importance of taking breaks. A well-rested employee is more focused, creative, and efficient. We also offer a paid leave day for birthdays or special anniversaries and parental leave regardless of gender.
Invest in Professional Development
Continuous learning and development opportunities enhance job satisfaction and performance. We employ a career development program with financial support and annual salary reviews to stay competitive. This includes time for professional and personal development activities, including one-on-one mentorship to encourage employees to set personal development goals.
Open Communication Channels
Maintaining open lines of communication through regular check-ins and feedback sessions ensures smooth collaboration. We hold fortnightly full-team meetings to regroup, evaluate, set goals, and acknowledge achievements, as well as frequent division team meetings to keep tasks rolling. An inclusive approach ensures that everyone feels valued and heard.
By prioritizing well-being, teams can hit their targets while fostering a resilient, motivated, and high-performing workplace. Remember, a healthy team is a productive team, and investing in their well-being is investing in the company’s success.