In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the physical and mental well-being of employees is more crucial than ever. Here at BCA, we recognize that what makes a company successful is its team and a team can only thrive when it is healthy and supported. This understanding has shaped our long-term commitment to integrating wellness programs that cater to both the physical and mental health of our employees.
A few years ago, we noticed an increasing trend regarding mental health awareness in the market and began working on mitigation, focusing on our workforce. Despite achieving professional success, we observed many employees in the market struggling with stress and both physical and mental burnout. This observation was not exclusive to BCA, it reflected a societal shift towards recognizing mental health as crucial for overall well-being.
In an effort to tackle this issue head-on, we at BCA decided to adopt a proactive stance by launching a series of initiatives aimed at improving both the physical and mental health of our team members. The introduction of these programs marked a pivotal shift in how we support our employees.
Physical Health Initiatives
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Sports Activities:
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Gym Usage: Employees have access to a gym twice a week, participating in various group trainings such as spinning, TRX, and full cardio at no cost.
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Swimming: BCA facilitates swimming twice a week, with tickets-fees prepaid by us.
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Sports Teams: For more structured activities, employees can join our official teams, including football, running, hiking and yoga. We provide contacts from our team who are available to help with registration and provide more information.
Mental Health and Development
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Mentoring System:
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New colleagues receive personalized support from experienced mentors who help them integrate into our culture and provide essential practical knowledge.
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Coaching and Psychological Support:
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Recognizing the importance of mental well-being, we offer access to professional coaches and psychologists to help address both personal and work-related challenges.
Regular Engagement and Team Building
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Regular Programs and Team Builders:
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We host regular social events to foster connections among employees from different projects. These range from Kick-off and team-building retreats to our annual Christmas party and casual gatherings like wine tastings, breakfast together and museum visits.
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Special Interest Clubs:
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Employees can join various clubs that meet regularly, such as the Book Club and the Board Game Club, fostering a sense of community and shared interests.
To ensure these programs effectively meet employee needs, we regularly collect feedback. This ongoing dialogue helps us fine-tune our approach and introduce new initiatives as needed. For example, the person responsible for therapy requests continuously reviews feedback to adapt and evolve the available support.
Since implementing these initiatives, we have observed notable improvements in employee satisfaction and productivity. The feedback has been extremely positive, indicating that our holistic approach to wellness has not only enhanced individual well-being but also strengthened the overall performance of the team.
Here at BCA, we believe that investing in the well-being of our employees is crucial for sustaining a successful business. As we continue to enhance our wellness programs, we remain committed to supporting our team in every aspect of their lives, ensuring that BCA is a place where everyone can thrive.