MetLife exposes disconnect in workplace wellbeing across Australia
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MetLife exposes disconnect in workplace wellbeing across Australia
Employees share factors that could enhance job performance
Life & Health
By
Roxanne Libatique
The latest MetLife Future Insights Report has revealed a significant discrepancy between what Australian employees expect and what corporations are delivering in terms of workplace wellbeing.
The report indicated that while a majority of companies profess a commitment to employee wellbeing, only a few take substantial measures to actualise it. Specifically, 87% of Australians reported that corporations are often vocal about wellbeing but lack substantial action.
Australians call for better workplace wellbeing
Additionally, a notable 92% of Australians asserted that employers have a duty to care for their employees, a sentiment that slightly exceeds the global average of 88%.
The study also found that 90% of Australians believe better mental health safeguards could enhance job performance, compared to 87% on a global scale.
MetLife report emphasises importance of prioritising employee wellbeing
The report highlighted the importance of prioritising employee wellbeing over profit, with 86% of Australians suggesting that such an approach could foster business growth, slightly above the global perspective of 84%.
However, despite the strong desire for a wellbeing-focused society – expressed by 87% of Australians – only 58% feel that the current societal structures support this, a lower percentage than the global average of 64%.
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