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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

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The second annual Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index is a look at the state of the workplace to help employers meet their recruitment, retention and engagement goals.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Setting the scene: 70 percent of U.S. office workers and managers are putting in 40+ hours each week.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Employees are working these extra hours not to get ahead, but to catch up on work they couldn’t tackle during the traditional 8-hour workday.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

65 percent of respondents say that their workplace has contributed to their stress levels.

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Workplace Index 2.0

This stress and burnout is causing 50 percent of employees to seek out new job opportunities.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

So what do employees need to combat the realities of today’s workplace, and what can business decision makers do about it?

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

A happy and productive employee starts in the office.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Here are four tips to provide an inspiring and motivating office environment.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

1. Office space is an important aspect of employee wellness and productivity.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Designing with purpose can increase productivity (61 percent) and creativity (46 percent).

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

2. 62 percent of respondents say that a wellness program (think fresh foods, onsite gyms, and other perks) is a selling point when looking for a new job…

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

…but only 36 percent say their workplace offers one.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

3. 3 out of 4 employees say their employer does not provide them with the latest technology to help them do their job more efficiently.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Even employees who report being productive at work agree that with the right technology, they could do more.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

4. Telecommuting and flex time is a major factor when considering job opportunities, and 65 percent of respondents say having a more flexible schedule could help them avoid burnout.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

Telecommuting and flex time increase job satisfaction and wellness by improving work-life balance. 69 percent of employees indicate they would not be happy if they did not have access to these perks.

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Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016

For more information on the Staples Business Advantage Workplace Index 2016 findings,

visit staplesadvantage.com/sites/workplace-index.