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June marks National Safety Month, an annual campaign led by the National Safety Council (NSC) to spotlight the importance of reducing the leading causes of preventable workplace injuries and deaths. While safety has always been mission-critical, today’s rapidly changing work environments make proactive safety strategies more vital than ever.

In industries where every second counts and every action matters, the difference between average and exceptional performance often comes down to motivation. By aligning employee performance incentives with desired outcomes like productivity, attendance, and safety, businesses can turn daily tasks into opportunities for recognition and results.  

Employee health and wellness continues to be a leading concern for employers, HR leaders, and wellness program brokers. But while physical wellness often gets the spotlight, mental health is an equally critical issue—one that directly affects productivity, morale, and retention.

Employee mental health is a crucial issue for employers as they navigate motivating employees, recognizing achievements, and giving employees the space to find balance between their work and personal lives. Since employees tend to come to their direct managers with mental health challenges like burnout, stress, or personal issues affecting their work, front-line managers aren’t typically trained to handle these situations.  

​Work-related stress continues to be a significant contributor to employee mental health challenges, impacting both individuals and organizations. Recent data indicates that 83% of U.S. workers suffer from work-related stress, with 54% reporting that it affects their home life. This stress can lead to decreased productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher healthcare costs. Notably, workplace stress has been reported to cause 120,000 deaths in the U.S. each year.