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How Counseling About Work Reduces Depression

Harvard Business Review

Sometimes this occurs when people call out sick; at other times, it’s due to what’s called presenteeism , defined as “the problem of workers’ being on the job but, because of illness or other medical conditions, not fully functioning.” in improved productivity.

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Fight the Nine Symptoms of Corporate Decline

Harvard Business Review

You might not see absenteeism, but there is "presenteeism," which means the body is there but the mind is absent. Spread extra resources to many groups, and encourage joint projects or shared service. They want to minimize risk rather than to look for big improvements. Initiative decreases. Raise aspirations.

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Meet the Wellness Programs That Save Companies Money

Harvard Business Review

Transparency is key, and employers should open the books, showing employees the true cost of health care coverage borne by the employer, how those numbers have changed, and the projected trajectory in the future if something doesn’t shift.

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