Wellness at Work: Why High-Performing Teams Start with Well-Being

The Cost of Ignoring Well-Being

Work-related stress, burnout, and poor mental health are having a measurable impact on productivity. According to the World Health Organization, depression and anxiety cost the global economy over $1 trillion each year in lost output.
In high-pressure industries like financial services, where tight deadlines and client demands are the norm, the risks are even higher. Burnout leads to poor decision-making, reduced motivation, and high turnover.
Wellness at work is no longer about fruit in the kitchen—it’s about building the conditions for people to think clearly, collaborate effectively, and stay healthy over the long term.

Wellness Pays: The ROI of Investing in People

Multiple studies now show that investing in employee wellness delivers real business returns:

• A Deloitte report (2022) found an average return of €5 for every €1 spent on mental health initiatives.
• Harvard Business Review reports that companies with strong wellness strategies experience:
• 11% higher productivity
• 25% lower turnover
• 41% lower healthcare costs

These aren’t soft metrics. They directly impact performance, profitability, and growth.

Mental Clarity = Better Business Decisions

Well-being isn’t just physical—it directly affects how people think, focus, and lead.
A University of California study found that short daily mindfulness practices (just 10–15 minutes) can significantly improve:

• Working memory
• Executive functioning
• Emotional regulation
• Mental resilience under pressure

In a fast-paced industry, these are the skills that matter most.

How Elevate Partners Supports Well-Being

At Elevate, we’re actively building wellness into the way we work—not just talking about it.
Last week, our team took time out for a 2-hour guided meditation session at the Dublin Wellbeing Centre. It was a valuable opportunity to step away from the daily pace, reset mentally, and return with greater clarity.

This week, we’re recognising Walk to Work Day, encouraging small daily actions that support mental and physical health. Whether it’s a mindful commute, a walking meeting, or simply getting fresh air before a busy day—movement matters.

Why Wellness Matters for Talent Strategy

The connection between well-being and retention is growing stronger every year:

• A 2023 McKinsey study found that 60% of employees say mental health support is a key factor when choosing a new role.
• Companies with visible wellness initiatives report twice the employee engagement levels compared to those without.

In a competitive hiring market, wellness is no longer a “nice to have.” It’s a differentiator.

A Human-Centred Future of Work

As work evolves, so too must the way we support people. Flexible working, mental health tools, and real-time support systems aren’t perks—they’re part of the new foundation for high-performing teams.
At Elevate Partners, we’re committed to building a culture where wellness is embedded into our performance—not separate from it.
Because when people feel better, they work better.

Sources

• Deloitte: Mental Health and Employers (2022)
• Harvard Business Review: The ROI of Employee Wellness (2021)
• WHO: Mental Health in the Workplace
• University of California: Study on Mindfulness and Cognitive Performance
• McKinsey: Mental Health & Talent Strategy (2023)