More than ever, companies recognize the need to support employees on and off the clock. In fact, about half of employers offer some type of health promotion or well-being program. It’s a nationwide effort proven to increase productivity, improve morale and boost employee retention....

Tips for Getting Healthy in the Workplace

Did you know that there’s a direct link between feeling valued by your boss and being a better employee? When business owners personally let employees know how grateful they are for their work, it gives them a greater sense of purpose and helps them feel valued....

The Importance of Showing Employees Your Appreciation

Employees spend a lot of time at the workplace, so it makes sense that a healthier workplace can support — and even encourage — healthier behaviors....

Creating a Workplace Wellness Culture

Physical fitness is a critical component of employee wellness, and what better way to revamp your workplace’s approach to exercise than by initiating a Cube-to-5K program and having everyone train together for a race? There is plenty of evidence that shows the benefits of exercising together....

How to start a Cube-to-5K program

We all know the impact smoking can have on health, but did you know smoking can cause serious stress to your company’s budget? A study found that smokers cost employers $6,000 a year more than non-smoking employees....

Finding Another Reason to Quit: How Employers Can Drive Smoking Cessation

Stress in the workplace is dangerous for everyone. Studies have shown that excessive stress can diminish employees’ health – from weakening the immune system to increasing susceptibility to life-threatening illnesses, such as Alzheimer’s and heart disease....

Promoting employee wellness by preventing stress at work

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Cindy Bjorkquist is the director of Health and Wellness Programs at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She has more than 33 years of experience in the health and wellness industry, working directly in health care for the past 20 years. Cindy has a master’s degree in exercise physiology, corporate health management, from Michigan State University and a bachelor’s degree in exercise in sports science and biology from Spring Arbor University. To connect with Cindy and discuss Michigan workplace wellness, join the Michigan Health Leaders LinkedIn group.

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