Forbes June 28, 2024
Dr. Talia Varley

Over many decades, the definition of health and how we think about it has evolved for the better. Originally viewed as the absence of disease, the most useful definitions of health today are comprehensive and go well beyond traditional thinking. Health includes physical health, emotional health, cognitive capacity and, surprisingly to some, a sense of purpose.

Studies show that healthy companies that prioritize and adhere to today’s broader definition of health keep employees engaged, productive and on-the-job and win the war for talent. And today, worker retention is critical. More than 75% of a typical company’s value is in intangible assets including its people, and much of that value can simply walk out the door.

It’s time we recognize two...

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