Corporate Wellbeing Is More Important Than Ever
Ensuring employee wellbeing is a shared responsibility: companies must foster a supportive culture, but employees and management also play a crucial role. When people feel good, they perform better, contributing to the organization’s success. However, in Italy, awareness of effective wellbeing initiatives is still lacking. Many believe that flexibility and remote work are enough, but more targeted strategies are needed.
Financial Wellbeing and Workplace Happiness
HR departments can implement various initiatives to improve employees’ quality of life, including training programs on physical, mental, and financial health. The latter is particularly critical: the ability to manage personal finances is essential for ensuring both present and future security.
According to BlackRock’s Global Investor Pulse, only 28% of Italians consider themselves financially healthy. The main concerns include lack of money (55%) and poor financial knowledge (33%). Additionally, studies by Moneyfarm reveal that over 27% of Italians suffer from insomnia due to financial issues, more than 30% run out of savings before their next paycheck, and over 60% lack control over their finances.
Toward a New Culture of Wellbeing
Italy ranks among the lowest in the G20 for financial literacy (Consob), highlighting that this issue can no longer be ignored. Companies can be agents of change by introducing financial education in the workplace and integrating corporate welfare with total wellbeing strategies.
By ensuring financial stability and support for employees, organizations can prevent distress, reduce debt, and build a more secure future—both for individuals and the companies themselves.
