In the fast-paced landscape of Singapore's corporate world, the new year isn't just about setting goals—it's about cultivating resilience, balance, and personal growth.

As the year draws to a close, the demands of wrapping up projects and meeting deadlines can take a toll on employees. Yet, this period offers an ideal opportunity to focus on well-being, ensuring that employees can reflect, relax, and recharge for the year ahead. For HR professionals, wellness coordinators, and workplace safety officers, fostering health and well-being during this season is not just a perk—it’s a strategic investment in a thriving, resilient workforce.

 

As the year draws to a close, many of us are focused on wrapping up work, meeting deadlines, and planning for the holidays. But amidst the hustle, have you paused to consider the state of your well-being? For professionals juggling responsibilities, neglecting health can lead to long-term consequences that impact not just you, but your loved ones too.


The final days of the year offer a perfect opportunity to reflect, recharge, and recalibrate. Taking care of your health isn’t just a personal investment—it’s a gift to your family, your relationships, and your future self.

 

As wellness leaders, you're no stranger to the challenges of maintaining employee health and well-being. In Singapore, a staggering 60% of occupational illnesses are caused by work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD), according to the Ministry of Manpower. This statistic reveals a significant concern for businesses, as musculoskeletal pain not only affects employees' health but also harms their productivity and engagement at work.

While many individuals, including employees, may accept pain as part of aging, this mindset could be detrimental in the long run. The popular motto, “No pain, no gain,” often leads people to ignore early warning signs that could be addressed before the pain escalates into something more severe. That's where preventive healthcare can make a difference.

 

Your health is one of life’s most valuable gifts, but way too often, we take it for granted and only to be awakened by its fragility when it is hanging by a thread. What most people don’t understand is that chronic illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer can suddenly creep up into our lives. These silent killers will lurk inside us, leaving us unaware of the diseases they are giving birth to, and by the time we notice–it might be already too late. Not to mention, you will also be preventing a lot of pain and suffering for your family.

That’s why a growing number of companies in Singapore are stepping up and introducing onsite health screenings to keep employees’ well-being front and centre. It’s about more than just a checkup—it's about staying ahead of potential health problems and prioritising wellness.

Understand the importance of annual health screening, the advantages of onsite services, and its benefits below:

 

The modern workplace has undergone a paradigm shift with the advent of a range of digital technologies. The trend of free virtual events is increasingly becoming a feature of corporate culture in dynamic markets like Singapore as organizations embrace the remote work model.

With the goal of a healthy work-life balance and prevent work from being a burden for employees, virtual events in Singapore have emerged as an invaluable resource. Furthermore, due to its ease of accessibility and flexibility, corporate virtual events have been found to increase and foster employee well-being and productivity.

Here’s how your HR team can maximize these virtual opportunities for employee engagement and development.

 

As we approach 2025, it’s essential for working professionals to stay informed about the changes to the Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions that will take effect next year. These adjustments are designed to enhance the financial security of Singaporeans as they prepare for retirement. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key changes coming to CPF and what they mean for you.

Enterprise Sports Group (ESG) is proud to be appointed as the official event organiser for the OBES Congress 2024, set to take place on November 22, 2024, at the Novotel Singapore on Stevens. OBES (Obesity, Endocrine, and Bariatric Societies), a collective of three prominent medical societies—the Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society of Singapore (OMSSS), the Singapore Association for the Study of Obesity (SASO), and the Endocrine and Metabolic Society of Singapore (EMSS)—has entrusted ESG to manage this eminent event.

The OBES Congress 2024 promises to be a significant medical congress, gathering top experts, doctors, and researchers to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in the field of obesity prevention and management. ESG is committed to ensuring the seamless delivery of this important medical symposium.

 

The OBES Congress 2024: Shaping the Future of Obesity 

The OBES Congress 2024 is one of the key medical events in Singapore, focusing on the theme “Obesity: Looking to the Future.” This year’s programme will explore new and innovative solutions to address obesity, a growing global health issue. The medical symposium will cover the latest research in public health, clinical practices, and innovative treatments for obesity.

The congress provides a platform for doctors, healthcare professionals, and researchers to engage in high-level discussions, exchange ideas, and share best practices. With rapid advancements in obesity research, the congress aims to equip participants with up-to-date knowledge on the local and global trends that are shaping the future of obesity management.

Attendees will benefit from expert presentations, in-depth panel discussions, and networking opportunities that will foster collaboration in this critical area of medical research.

As HR and wellness leaders, you’re always looking for ways to improve employee well-being, engagement, and productivity. One often overlooked aspect of health is skin care. In Singapore’s humid climate and fast-paced work culture, skin health can easily be neglected, but its impact on employees' overall well-being is significant. Healthy skin isn’t just about appearance—it’s about energy, confidence, and staying focused at work. Supporting your employees’ skin health can lead to a more engaged, productive workforce. Here’s why it matters, and how you can help.

 

Skin Health and Workplace Productivity

Long working hours, constant exposure to screens, and environmental factors like sun exposure and air conditioning can take a toll on your employees' skin. This can lead to discomfort, fatigue, and low morale. By encouraging skin health awareness, you’re directly supporting employees' physical comfort, which helps them stay focused and perform better at work.

Your company can organise a corporate healthy skin bazaar for your employees. With wellness booth providing detox juices, artisinal granola, wellness hydration, and organic tea. To organise your corporate bazaar today register your interest HERE!

The recent collaboration between the Home Nursing Foundation (HNF), PAP Community Foundation (PCF), and Enterprise Sports Group (ESG) marked a significant success with the AgeWell Symposium & Championship. As a leading event management company in Singapore, ESG helped bring together healthcare professionals, social service leaders, and individuals passionate about senior wellness for this landmark symposium and championship. With an impressive 880+ registrants, the event exemplified the power of expert event planning and strategic partnerships in delivering impactful content and engagement.

 

ESG's Role as a Trusted Event Planner in Singapore

ESG, renowned for its expertise in corporate event planning in Singapore since 2005, played a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the AgeWell Symposium & Championship. As an experienced event planning company in Singapore, ESG not only handled the marketing and promotion of the symposium but also managed both the onsite and hybrid event setup. This comprehensive approach, combining event planning services with a focus on both in-person and virtual experiences, allowed the symposium to reach a wider audience.

ESG’s team of event planners expertly facilitated the hybrid format, utilising a virtual platform to live-stream the symposium, as well as offering an on-demand recording that remains accessible for 30 days. This extended access ensured the symposium continued to provide value long after the live event concluded, highlighting the importance of forward-thinking event planning in creating long-lasting engagement.