Timeout days, respite rooms are the new office trends
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES — More companies are providing extra personal days for employees and setting up respite rooms in their offices to help retain and attract workers.
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, these strategies are a new way to gain more talent in today’s tight labor market.
At the same time, executives are also expressing more concern about the mental health of their employees and are moving to address them.
Recently published data from Gallup shows work disengagement is at historic highs, largely attributed to “not feeling cared for at work.”
Meanwhile, studies from the American Psychological Association and Ernst & Young found that employees who suffer from common mental health conditions such as anxiety, burnout, and depression are more likely to quit their jobs.
“Employees are looking for jobs that support their mental health needs at record levels,” said author and workplace culture consultant Jennifer Moss.
Some companies that have started offering self-care designated days include personal finance company NerdWallet and mental health care provider Alma.
Meanwhile, LinkedIn and Adobe Inc. have created on-site respite rooms where staffers can escape the open-office concept to decompress, recharge, or process a tough conversation.
