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A national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, revealed a growing interest in training programs to sharpen their professional skills, manage money and stress and promote personal wellness. This trend reflects the growing importance and benefits of managing work-life issues, especially in the challenging economic climate.
As families come together for the holidays, they often notice that older family members are not able to take care of themselves like they used to. Concern for older family members is increasing along with the aging population, and making informed decisions about elder care can be very stressful and time-consuming. Finding appropriate, quality care for aging family members is a paramount concern for many working adults, and worrying about this major decision can take a heavy toll on work-life balance.
A national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, revealed that employees are growing increasingly concerned about job security amid the current economic crisis. As the situation continues to broaden, they are also preparing for setbacks by cutting back on personal spending.
Workplace Options, Inc. (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, has been named one of Triangle Business Journal’s (TBJ) “Best Places to Work” in 2008. Founded in 1982, WPO employs 165 full-time employees in the Triangle, the region of North Carolina anchored by the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill, and provides work-life resources to employee assistance programs (EAPs) and businesses. Their services are designed to assist employees with their tasks to make managing their personal and professional lifestyles easier.
The effects of the nation’s economic woes continue to reverberate on Wall Street as well as Main Street, and are affecting employees both at home and at work. A new survey conducted by Workplace Options reflects Americans’ growing sense of anxiety over finances and the troubled economic climate, and revealed that stress is taking a toll in workplace productivity.
Workplace Options (WPO), America’s largest provider of work-life services, announces the launch of a new SMS (short message service) text function that relays information about child care, elder care or convenience providers directly to customers on their mobile phone or PDA. Provider information is electronically sent to the devices and customers simply click on phone numbers to reach those providers immediately.
Employee benefits have gone to the dogs, and cats …and even birds. As the daily requirements of pet care affect workers’ ability to manage home and work responsibilities, they may look to their employers for help. According to a national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, three out of five workers own pets.
According to a national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, more than one quarter of the working population required legal advice over the past 12 months. In addition, an April 2007 study by Russell Research found one in three employees had to take time off work (an average of 13 days) for a legal problem in the last year.
A national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, found that nearly one in four employees are providing care for an older or disabled adult. Of those respondents currently providing geriatric care, 44% have missed time at work to care for their ailing loved ones.
Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, today announced the launch of Advantage 2.0, a new work-life Web resource that incorporates interactive programs, greater flexibility and ease of content customization.
Largest U.S. Provider of Work-Life Benefits Continues to Shape the Industry While Overcoming Decades of Change Twenty-five years after Workplace Options (WPO) began offering work-life consulting and training services, the once-small company is now the world’s largest provider of work-life employee benefits, spanning four continents and 80 countries.
A national survey of working adults commissioned by Workplace Options (WPO), the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, found that nearly three out of four employees are stressed due to financial concerns. In addition, stress about finances is impeding productivity, with 45% of respondents reporting that their financial stress makes it harder for them to do their job.
Workplace Options’ “Advantage Live Well” Pairs Personal Coaching with Online Programs for Optimal Results Workplace Options, the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, reports that a recent poll of more than 700 working adults1 found 76 percent believe it is important that companies offer employees wellness programs to maintain a healthy lifestyle. And according to recent studies, pairing personalized coaching with employee wellness initiatives leads to higher success rates. |
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