
11/03/2024
79% of Managers often feel responsible for their employees' wellbeing for several reasons: 👇
📌 Leadership Role: Managers are in leadership positions within the organization and are expected to oversee the welfare of their team members. This responsibility is ingrained in their role as supervisors and mentors.
📌Employee Engagement and Productivity: Managers understand that employees who are physically and mentally well are more likely to be engaged and productive in their roles. Therefore, they feel accountable for creating a work environment that promotes wellbeing to enhance overall team performance.
📌Retention and Talent Development: Managers recognize that prioritizing employee wellbeing can contribute to higher employee retention rates and attract top talent. By fostering a supportive and healthy work environment, managers aim to retain skilled employees and develop them for long-term success within the organization.
📌Ethical and Moral Obligation: Many managers feel a sense of ethical and moral obligation to ensure the wellbeing of their team members. They believe that caring for their employees' physical, mental, and emotional health is simply the right thing to do.
📌Organizational Culture: In some organizations, there is a strong emphasis on promoting employee wellbeing as part of the organizational culture. Managers, therefore, feel compelled to uphold and promote these values within their teams.
📌Legal and Regulatory Compliance: In some regions or industries, there are legal requirements or regulations related to employee wellbeing and occupational health and safety. Managers may feel responsible for ensuring compliance with these laws and regulations to avoid potential legal repercussions for the organization.
➡️ Overall, managers recognize the interconnectedness between employee wellbeing and organizational success, and they feel a strong sense of responsibility to support and promote the wellbeing of their team members.