The Pillars of an Effective Workplace Wellness Program*

Integrated wellness programs have six strong pillars. Here's how to build a thriving work culture.

1. Multilevel Leadership

It takes passionate and persistent leadership at all levels—from executives to managers—to build a healthy culture.

2. Alignment

Wellness programs should reflect the firm’s identity and aspirations, integrated into its core mission.

3. Scope, Relevance, and Quality

To be effective, wellness programs must be comprehensive, meaningful, and excellently executed.

4. Accessibility

Focus on affordable, on-site services. Convenience greatly boosts participation.

5. Partnerships

Active, ongoing collaboration with internal and external partners, including vendors, can provide a program with some of its essential components and many of its desirable enhancements.

6. Communications

Wellness must be communicated with sensitivity, creativity, and across diverse media platforms.

Positive Outcomes