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WORK LIFEBALANCE
/A Resource
Guide for Today’s
Worker
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Getting ThereGetting ThereUsed car shopping? Use the right tools to � nd the right vehicleWith more than 30 million used
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Workplace wellness programs might be the talk of the nation,
but do they work? Wellness programs are supposed to cut costs for employers and make employees more healthy. Employee benefi ts attorney George Kasper of Pullman & Comley LLC., in Bridge-port, Conn., maintains that “a great deal of negative information appears to be stemming from unknowns primar-ily about potential cost-savings and employee relations. Confl icting or inconclusive studies prompt (some) client companies not to adopt wellness programs or delay a decision.” For example, a Washington Post article points out that “a review of Safeway documents and interviews with company offi cials show(s) that the company did not keep health-care costs fl at for four years. ... After the 2006 drop, costs resumed their climb.” It further states that, encouraged to detect illnesses early, employees increase their screenings and follow-up treat-ment. Port Orchard’s Nicholson Drilling Inc., has been averaging a four-percent
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saving in premium costs through its over-all wellness program, according to Will Shanley, director, Public Relations, of UnitedHealthcare in Cypress, Calif. Unit-edHealthcare’s program includes at-home screening kits to test for early detection of diabetes and heart disease, among other conditions. Nicholson Drilling obtained the program through its membership in the employers’ organization Associated Industries Inland NW. “To earn the discount through this program,” Shanley explains, “at least 50 percent of the 16 employees complete the at-home screening and complete an online health screening. During 2009, 71 percent of Nicholson employees completed both the kits and the online health assessments (10 of 14). During 2010, 88 percent of the employees completed both the kits and the assessment (14 of 16).” The resulting 4.4 percent savings represents thousands of dollars. ‘LIKE GROWNUPS’ “One of our goals is to reduce health costs,” says Henry Albrecht, CEO of Limeade Inc., in Bellevue. “We think profi ts are driven more by tapping human potential. We try to make people aware of
their mood, including external factors like weather.” Limeade has encouraged em-ployees to beat the mid-winter dreariness by spending several days in Arizona.
“Many wellness programs antagonize users by motivating them by a big red X on the health chart,” Albrecht
Making Workplace Wellness Programs WorkWorkWise Advice™ by Mildred L. Culp
Continued on page 5
Steve Olson, 50, of Port Orchard, Wa., uses an at-home test kit to measure his cholesterol, blood sugar and triglyceride levels. Olson, who supervises the pump team at Port Orchard-based Nicholson Drilling Inc., started using these kits in 2008 through a workplace wellness program organized by UnitedHealthcare of Washington.
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KID TIMEKID TIME
With children getting back to the books across the country
and moms re-organizing extracur-ricular schedules, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is more important than ever at school and in the home. Even with busy back-to-school schedules, it's important to eat and drink healthfully.
Incorporating healthy eating and drinking habits into this year's routine can be easy - and reward-ing. For instance, with a few simple substitutions parents can transform a typical packed lunch into a deli-cious yet nutritional powerhouse. A few tips:
• Swap white bread and tortillas for whole wheat.
• Replace high-calorie spreads with lower-calorie versions, and/or mustard.
• Think about increasing fl avor and texture with healthful additions. Layering veggies on a sandwich re-ally amps up its nutritional content.
• Consider baked or air-popped treats instead of fried chips.
• Trail mix, especially one full of healthful nuts and dried fruits, is a great snack that provides lasting energy.
Building a healthier diet? Foods and beverages both matter
• Packing a bottle of water like Nestle Pure Life instead of a sugary beverage is a convenient way to help save 145 calories a day. Water keeps kids healthfully hydrated and it can also help maintain concen-tration and alertness, whether at school or on the playing fi eld.
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continues. His program approaches the entire individual – “like grownups” – rather than labeling some part of them. Limeade’s program is significantly dif-ferent, even in the 35-point assessment phase, involving not just physical mea-sures, such as blood sugar and heart risk. It also involves “positive relationships with other people, energy levels, resil-ience and self-leadership, which predict high-performance employees.” The social wellness component, which is compatible with company culture, makes the program stand out. “We try to unlock and use the power of social connections to drive changes,” he explains. That could mean everyone taking the stairs for a month, commuting to work by bicycle, taking a course or donating blood, even donating through the company to charity. Limeade has programs at Group Health, REI and various agencies for the State of Washington, including the Depart-ment of Labor & Industries, which has 97 employees (total) in Bremerton and Everett. Another of its clients is facil-ity service company MacDonald-Miller, whose Everett branch has 16 employees, according to Eric Sundby, area service manager. “Their program has an incentive not just for standard screening and assess-ment behavior but ongoing challenges and
Making Workplace Wellness Programs WorkContinued from page 3
activities,” Albrecht mentions. ‘WHOLE-PERSON APPROACH’ Employee health conditions – improve-ment, stasis or decline – are a separate issue. Chicago’s Michael Appelbaum of FitnessMed Inc., consults with compa-nies and individuals on fitness. A medical doctor with a law degree and a fellow, American College of Legal Medicine, Ap-pelbaum considers “conventional wellness programs as basically glorified weight-loss programs,” which makes “wellness” an unsuitable term. He asserts that these programs don’t work because of their “flawed foundation” and recommends that companies develop them differently. “I think it’s a pretty fair assessment,” says Albrecht. “Exercise and eating well can lead to healthier people and lower costs. But we focus much more on underlying social and behavioral factors – weight, resilience, energy, the likelihood of attract-ing people to your team. That whole-person approach includes the spouse and self-awareness. It has a better effect on weight loss than a simple weight-loss program. We’ve had people lose 50 pounds this year when we didn’t even set out to be a weight-loss program.”
(Mildred L. Culp is a syndicated colum-nist. E-mail her at [email protected]. © 2011 Passage Media.)
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Classic retro styles have made their way back into the fashion
consciousness. As luck would have it, it's easier than you think to be a part of the trend this season. Check out these simple tips for incorporating vintage style into your wardrobe easily and affordably.
* Many quintessential American accessory brands are experiencing a fashion revival, like Timex, which offers a variety of styles that are new takes on classic designs from the decades gone by.
"The Originals 1940s Inspiration watch features a vintage construction expansion band and a simple, clean design. I love this style because it's so easy to wear and fi ts perfectly with the retro fashion trend," says style expert Amy E. Goodman.
* Figure-fl attering styles were dominant in this era, so stay away from anything loose or baggy. Looking polished from head to toe is the key to pulling this look together. Pair a simple updo hairstyle with crisp, tailored clothing and snappy shoes to fi nish it off.
* Subtle accents like sparkly brooches, a classic pearl bracelet and a lady-like, structured handbag will bring your look to life. You'll be able to fi nd some easy-on-the-wallet options at vintage stores or by shopping your favorite discount store.
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Bleak unemployment statistics and an evolving career landscape make it diffi cult for job-seekers to identify the best path to professional success. Despite this uncer-tain environment, leading experts say that changing jobs is vital to advancement, and identifying which fi elds are in-demand is key to implementing an action plan for success.
Alexandra Levit, career expert and author of "New Job, New You: A Guide to Rein-venting Yourself in a Bright New Career," advises job-seekers to look at current trends that will cause industries to grow in the long term. "Pay close attention to ongoing developments in demographics, business and day-to-day lifestyles," says Levit. "Most importantly, job-seekers need to remember that changing careers is not something that happens overnight. It's a gradual process that encompasses impor-tant steps they need to consider."
Growing career � elds
Everyone needs a good accountant
It is hard to avoid the nightly news or the newspaper reports about corporations un-der fi nancial scrutiny. Changing fi nancial laws and corporate governance regula-tions will continue to affect businesses and increase accountability to protect an organization's stakeholders.
These are just some of the factors that will drive growth in the fi eld of accounting. In fact, the demand for accountants is pro-jected to grow by 22 percent by the year 2018, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Don't be fooled by traditional stereotypes - rock stars, movie moguls, fashion divas and companies all around the world need skilled accountants.
Living in the digital age
The world is becoming increasingly digi-tal, with information being exchanged and made widely available at lightning speed. The unauthorized access and destruction of vital information is growing, and pro-tecting these assets has become a national priority for the current administration. According to the Department of Defense, there were a reported 360 million hacking attempts on U.S. computers in 2008.
"We are entering a new dimension in cyberspace that is seeing a complete ero-sion of online privacy," says Erica Orange, vice president of leading futurist consult-ing company Weiner, Edrich, Brown, Inc. "Learning how to manage the control of data will be critical in the 21st century and will afford an abundance of opportunities within the fi eld of information security."
Information security will continue to grow in importance and with it, the demand for qualifi ed individuals. Network systems and data communications analysts, for
example, are projected to be one of the fastest growing occupations from 2006 to 2018 at 53 percent, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
All eyes on health care
An aging population, expanded access to health care and the increased use of online resources and telemedicine are a few of the reasons the health sector is one of the fastest growing employment sectors in the U.S. By 2018, one in 10 jobs is projected to be within this fi eld, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
A shortage of certifi ed personnel in the fi eld of health care management and tech-nology has made fi nding qualifi ed people with the rights skill sets and education a central concern.
Making a change
Making a career change in order to pursue one of these in-demand fi elds requires implementing the right strategies, accord-ing to Levit. She recommends the follow-ing for career success:
Know thyself
Take time to do a self-assessment and look closely at values and preferred work style. Researching careers and industries that align with your interests and skills is key. Remember the usual suspects in the job-search process. Set up informational interviews and arrange onsite visits at companies of interest.
Consider the right degree
Gaining the right skill set for career advancement may require pursuing an advanced degree. Many individuals are overwhelmed at the thought of balanc-ing job and family obligations, however there are accredited universities that offer fl exible class schedules. DeVry Univer-sity (www.devry.edu), for example, offers career-focused, higher education through online and on-site courses to accommo-date students' busy schedules.
Remember to take advantage of all cam-pus resources, such as those offered by the career services department. Network-ing with other students is also vital to fi nding career success - you never know who might be sitting next to you in class.
Set realistic expectations
There is no such thing as the perfect work situation. Every job has its ups and downs and "dream job" isn't code for "cushy" job. Like mom always said, anything worth having in this world requires some effort. Everyone feels like shutting the alarm off and going back to sleep now and again, but the right career track will turn the average day into an energized one.Courtesy of ARA content
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interests you and find out the education and training requirements for these posi-tions. While most individuals do not have the opportunity of going back to school full-time, many colleges and universities, such as DeVry University, offer flexible scheduling options, allowing students to take courses online, on campus, or a combination of both. Having the ability to complete your degree program while balancing your current job and family commitments can help ease the stress during your transition towards a new career.
4. Think outside the box - Get out and about to do your career research because not everything can be found online. At-tend a trade show or networking event in the career field that interests you. Some of these events are free, while others may charge a minimal fee to non-members for entry. Once you attend these events, use the opportunity to talk to other attendees and ask yourself the following questions:
• Do I like the people I am surrounded by here? Could I see myself working with them on a daily basis?
• Do I like the environment? What is it
that I specifically like?
• Could I truly see myself at a tradeshow/networking event like this in the future?
5. Gain experience - Realize you are es-sentially starting over from square one. By obtaining an internship, part-time job or volunteering in your new career field, not only can you solidify your decision, but it can give you much needed experience for embarking on your new career.
6. Know the importance of family - While family may think they know what you do, they may not understand your actual skill set. By taking the opportunity to share your intentions and abilities with your family, it may springboard a connection to someone else they know in your related field. They may have a neighbor, tennis partner or old college roommate who could offer the perfect opportunity for networking or job shadowing.
Interested in learning more about how you can transition into a new career? For more information about in-demand careers and career-focused classes with flexible sched-uling, log on to www.DeVry.edu.
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Realities of career change: Smooth the transition with small, actionable steps Studies show that the average job-seeker will change careers several times over the course of his or her lifetime. Different variables contribute to the desire for career change, but the common thread between those seeking to make this transition is an overwhelming feeling of uncertainty about how to do so successfully. Kimberly Bishop, founder and CEO of the career management and leadership ser-vices company that bears her name, is in the business of not only helping individu-als find jobs but also manage and success-fully change their careers. Bishop advises that people looking to change careers set aside time every day to zero in on what they are looking to achieve as they begin taking the next steps to shift from their current career to the next. "It's really about taking the big picture and breaking it down into smaller, more actionable steps. It's very easy to be-come overwhelmed, but individuals must do their homework first before shifting into their desired career," says Bishop. Not sure where to begin? Bishop offers both traditional and non-traditional career transitioning tips below.
1. Research, research, research - It may
sound tedious, but learning more about the career field you are interested in is vital. How much research you do also depends on how much of a change you're making. For example, are you transition-ing from a nurse to a Web designer? A great place to begin your research is online. Sites like the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook can provide insight into a variety of career fields and the posi-tions they encompass. Another key place for conducting research is to hone in on specific companies in the industry you are pursuing. Their sites can provide you with accurate job descriptions and appli-cable skills needed to fill those positions.
2. Identify your transferable skills - You may already possess many skills that can be leveraged in a new career. For example, communications, leadership, budget management and planning are all transferable and applicable to what you might want to do in your new career. You may be surprised that you already have a solid amount of experience to offer.
3. Assess your training and education - Search the Internet and identify job descriptions for positions in the field that
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