Category Archive For "Employee Benefits"
Workplace flexibility and hybrid office options are in demand in 2021
While we have to wait and see what returning to the office post-COVID-19 will actually be like, there are some changes that are already underway. One of these changes that employers are adopting is a more flexible, hybrid approach to work instead of the traditional commutes and cubicles. In this Pacific Prime Dubai article, we …
How to help employees manage their emotions at work
Emotions dictate our actions, thoughts, and intentions, whether that’s in our personal lives or at the office. Think about a day at work. Do you laugh and smile with your colleagues? Do clients make you upset or irritated? Do you get excited when you reach a milestone? Are some meetings boring? These are just a …
UAE employees expect more comprehensive employee benefits after COVID-19
The ongoing pandemic has led to significant changes in the way we live, work, and play. When it comes to business, employers have been called on to prioritize comprehensive employee benefits during COVID-19. The latest research from insurance provider Aetna International shows that organizations in the UAE will make stronger health benefits a top priority …
Top 6 non-monetary benefits in the UAE
Incentive programs are a great way to reward employees and boost motivation at work. When employers think of the incentives that their employees would like, cash incentives, bonuses, and gift cards often come to mind. However, these days employees are often looking for more personalized incentives from their employers. While monetary rewards are still appreciated, …
5 ways businesses in the UAE can support the mental health of employees
While COVID-19 cases are on the rise around the globe, the mental health of workers dips in response. Every day, they are bombarded with the news as they adjust to their new working and living arrangements. Mental health is often not included as part of the group health insurance policy in the workplace. However, there …
The top 6 reasons to have a wellness program
Health, wellness, and productivity are concepts that go hand-in-hand in the workplace. Through corporate wellness programs, employers have the opportunity to promote all three. As the way we work develops, programs that focus on employees’ health and wellness are more important than ever before. In fact, wellness programs are one of the most sought-after employee …
A closer look at behavioral health and the impact of COVID-19
Many people worldwide suffer from behavioral health issues – some in silence due to the stigma surrounding them. In the UAE, where more than 80% of the population are expats, things are no different. Behavioral health issues continue to plague society, affecting individuals and businesses. It’s no surprise that COVID-19 is making matters worse – …
How should you manage the return-to-work after lockdown?
Remote working is the norm in the post-pandemic world. Video conferencing apps and online organizational tools have become all too familiar for employees and managers across the globe. But, sooner or later, office desks will be occupied again and face-to-face meetings will resume. If you’re a manager, you’ll probably be wondering: Will it be business …
How to boost your employees’ digital wellbeing
As technology intertwines with our daily lives, it can distract us and affect our mental and physical wellbeing, which might lead to loss of productivity because of constant distraction. On an everyday basis, multiple devices and applications are fighting for our attention, and the feeling of being always “on” can be deteriorating to our wellbeing …
How to avoid burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic
Burnout is a term that essentially describes overall exhaustion due to an overload of stress. While burnout is one of the biggest occupational issues in the workplace, the COVID-19 pandemic is reminding us that it can happen in any setting. Now more than ever, people are pushing themselves to the point of exhaustion as they …
