Well-being Program: Reducing Fatigue, Restoring Social Connections

Context: Why Employee Well-being Has Become a Business Necessity

The events of recent years — from the pandemic to global economic changes — have put unprecedented pressure on the psycho-emotional state of industrial workers. Accumulated stress, anxiety, and team disconnection directly affect production performance. As Irina Klimanova, curator of the Well-being program at Rosatom Glass Fiber, points out, even at enterprises with a long history of accident-free operation, an increase in stress levels can lead to a rise in sick leaves, decreased engagement, and, consequently, an increase in micro-injuries.

In response to these challenges, the company implemented a comprehensive program aimed at reducing stress and restoring social connections. The presentation details practical tools that do not require significant financial investments but show high efficiency in strengthening the mental and physical health of the team.

Working with the Body: From Challenges to Regular Workouts

Physical activity is a proven way to reduce cortisol levels and prevent professional burnout. The speaker analyzes several successful formats:

• "Fitter Together" Challenge: Uniting employees of different ages and positions around a common goal of improving physical fitness. Regular control measurements, nutritionist consultations, and joint outdoor activities allowed not only to achieve measurable results but also to form strong social connections outside of work processes.
• Relaxation Room and Short Workouts: Organizing a space for stretching and dancing classes during the lunch break. With minimal costs (about 1,000 rubles per person for equipment), such 25-30-minute sessions help relieve muscle tension and recharge.
• Joint Sports Initiatives: Winter skiing, summer Nordic walking, as well as renting halls for team games (volleyball, mini-football). It is important that the initiative often comes from the employees themselves, and the company only supports these endeavors.

Social Well-being: The Power of Volunteering and Recognition

Participating in charity projects gives employees a sense of significance and reduces perceived stress. The speaker shows, using the "Kind Caps" campaign as an example, how a simple initiative to collect plastic to help children with disabilities can unite more than 160 people, including their families, and grow from a one-time campaign into a permanent practice.

An equally important tool is the culture of recognition. The "Thank You, Colleague" practice, which allows any employee to send an email of gratitude, contributes to the formation of a positive climate. Studies show that receiving regular recognition reduces the likelihood of severe stress by 40% and decreases staff turnover.

Emotional Relief: Unconventional Approaches

To work with the emotional state, the program includes unusual but effective methods:

• Bird Campaigns: Listening to birdsong through special apps or at online meetings. It is scientifically proven that even a six-minute listening to nature sounds reduces anxiety and increases the level of well-being.
• Art Therapy (Neurographics): Online drawing sessions that help form new neural connections and get out of a state of tension through motor skills and visualization. Surveys showed that after such sessions, 68% of participants found it easier to focus on work tasks.
• "Beautiful People Day": The opportunity to come to work in dressy clothes and participate in a professional photo shoot. For a manufacturing enterprise where many wear workwear, this is a powerful tool for boosting self-esteem and creating a sense of celebration.

Motivation and Engagement: How to Make Practices a Habit

The implementation of any initiatives faces resistance. For successful staff engagement, the speaker recommends using a "Joy Calendar" to plan activities, actively involving newcomers (for whom this is a "window of opportunity"), organizing local tournaments, and using a system of micro-rewards (patches, stickers). A key role is played by the personal example of managers and the regularity of events, which allows turning one-time campaigns into sustainable corporate rituals.

What You Will Learn from This Webinar:

• How to organize an effective well-being program with a minimal budget?
• Which physical and emotional practices best help reduce stress levels in the team?
• How to engage production personnel in corporate activities?
• Why are charity and volunteering powerful tools for combating burnout?
• How to build a system of non-material motivation to maintain interest in the program?