Prior to opening my own reflexology treatment room I was employed by a Health & Safety consultancy and training company, as a Finance Manager for 13 years and also a Reflexologist for 4 years; delivering reflexology treatments to businesses and private clients to support wellbeing.
During my time there I noticed how workplace wellbeing became a much more acknowledged topic. Business clients appeared to become increasingly pro-active, introducing wellbeing initiatives in the workplace, particularly in relation to the management of work-related stress.
Along with a genuine concern for workforce wellbeing and wish to support the health of employees, I understand how company owners and managers also have to consider budgets, financial restrictions and productivity.
Having worn both hats simultaneously, I see workplace wellbeing initiatives as a wise investment; they can improve motivation, feelings of appreciation and potentially boost productivity and reduce absenteeism.
The link below is to an extract of a study to determine the effects of reflexology on symptom-related use of health services and work-related productivity.
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Luo Zhehui; Wang Liang; Sikorskii Alla; Wyatt Gwen
Support Care Cancer 2019 8 27 2837-2847