Employee's Happiness

In the hospitality industry, benefits are being offered more regularly at the Management level. If the idea is to attract talent by showing a company's long-term commitment and interest in the employee's well-being, then there are other ways to fulfill this objective (especially for smaller companies).  In addition, these unique alternatives are more cost-efficient, directed to team building and invested in growth.

For other industries, companies that offer lavish benefits believe there is a ROI.  As we can learn from these leaders, here are my fave-five of Inc. Magazine's 10 Best Companies for Employee Benefits:

1. The American Institute of Certified Accountants offers Health and Wellness program that includes biometric screening and cooling classes. 
2. Capital District Physician's Health Plan offers month-to-month financial planning workshops.
3. Diamond Pet Foods offers free annual wellness exams; a registered dietician helps employees create nutritional plans.
4. Medicus Solutions offers resources to help workers with parenting, elder care, and work-life balance issues.
5. The Star Conspiracy offers unlimited vacation time.

Upon designing a benefit package that best suits your business, make sure you stick to it.  In a business where people are the source of your success, what's more important than ensuring their happiness.