When it comes to the entire physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of workers, Japan ranks towards the bottom of the global employee wellness rankings.
McKinsey Health Institute study of over 30,000 employees from 30 countries, Japan scored only 25% which is much below the global average of 57%.
On the other hand, Turkey topped the list with the greatest employee wellbeing score of 78%, ahead of India at 76% and China at 75%.
Japan has a reputation for providing job stability and lifetime employment, yet the poll findings show a persistent pattern of low employee satisfaction. Although these elements could offer a feeling of security, they also make it more difficult for unhappy workers to change jobs.
“There’s this documented tendency to rate yourself low,” stated Rochelle Kopp, a board member of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings and consultant to organisations on cross-cultural interactions and business practices. There exist noteworthy concerns in Japan over job dissatisfaction and elevated stress levels.
Concurrently, Japan has witnessed a rise in the quantity of workers on temporary contracts, further exacerbating employee insecurity.
A significant link between improved holistic health and fulfilling work experiences was brought to light by the McKinsey survey. According to the Business Times, those with a lot of work experience are more imaginative and do a better job.
Most adults would fill their days with work. Therefore, businesses play an important role in the physical, mental, social, and spiritual wellbeing of their workers.
