Did you know that workers who are in a happy mood are about 13 percent more productive? 

The employer/employee relationship is becoming more complex as it goes beyond basic benefits packages and companies look to take responsibility for supporting employees’ emotional stability. In fact, a 2021 study by Wellable reported that 88% of employers are investing in mental health programs. 81% of those companies are investing in stress management and resilience and 69% are investing in mindfulness and meditation. 

While it’s not a guarantee that providing one or most of the emotional stability programs will help move the needle for employee morale and happiness towards the company it is a good start; but also might be a band-aid solution for deeper rooted issues. To avoid “putting a plaster” on employee happiness the key is to truly know what makes your employees happy. 

What Makes A Happy Workplace? 

While many employers might say pay is at the top of what makes employees happy, it actually falls more towards the middle. A study conducted by Indeed.com of over 5 Million workers found that the drivers of happiness have slightly changed in the U.S. since the onset of COVID-19. The workplace happiness drivers are as follow: 

1. Feeling a sense of belonging

2. Having workplace flexibility 

3. Feeling respected in an inclusive environment 

4. Having a clear purpose 

5. Paid fairly 

6. Feeling Supported 

7. Trust colleagues 

8. Opportunities to learn 

The Happier Way Forward 

In addition to a more productive workforce, investing to make a happier workplace can create a competitive edge for companies. Happiness multiplies in nature and can spread across a company encouraging employees to more pride in their work. While we are not mental health specialists, we are workplace specialists that pride ourselves on your productivity per square foot ™ and we are here to help and advise you on your workplace needs every step of the way.