Rethinking wellbeing at workplaces in EU SMEs

In today’s global work landscape, workplace well-being has evolved from a corporate priority to a social imperative. The pandemic has underscored the importance of this issue, exposing the vulnerabilities of our work routines and highlighting the need for targeted interventions. In this context, the STAY OK project emerges as an innovative response, focusing its efforts on small enterprises operating in the professional and consultancy services sector.

The STAY OK project aims to address this challenge by providing small enterprises in the professional and consultancy services sector with the necessary tools to promote employee well-being and enhance their attractiveness in the labor market. The objective is twofold: on one hand, to increase employee well-being and satisfaction, and on the other, to help curb the phenomenon of the “great resignation,” the increasingly prevalent trend of workers changing jobs or permanently exiting the labor market.

1. Training and Consultancy: STAY OK will offer personalized training and consultancy sessions to small enterprises in the professional and consultancy services sector, aiming to raise awareness among executives about the importance of workplace well-being and provide them with the tools to implement employee-oriented policies.
2. Promotion of Flexibility: STAY OK will promote workplace flexibility, encouraging small enterprises to adopt flexible work policies that allow employees to better balance professional and personal life.
3. Mental Health Support: STAY OK will provide small enterprises with resources and support to address mental health challenges in the workplace, including psychological support programs and initiatives to reduce the stigma associated with mental disorders.
4. Research and Monitoring: STAY OK will conduct periodic research and monitoring to assess the effectiveness of its initiatives and identify areas for improvement.

The STAY OK project represents a significant step forward in promoting workplace well-being in small enterprises in the professional and consultancy services sector. Through its targeted action and innovative initiatives, STAY OK aims to improve the quality of work life for employees and contribute to creating a healthier and more productive work environment for all involved parties.

The international partnership of the project is composed of: Italy, Malta, Germany, Spain, Austria and Denmark.