Energy Training: a sustainable investment in vitality and reducing absenteeism

At Lifeguard, we believe that sustainable behavior change only occurs when people are inspired and motivated to take action themselves. Our Energy Training not only encourages employees to think, but, more importantly, to act. Increasing vitality and reducing absenteeism starts with both insight and action.

The “EM1 – The basics of energy management” training forms the foundation for a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. The central question is how sustainable your current lifestyle is under the conditions in which you work and live. While most people are well aware of what is good for them, in practice, it is often difficult to change unhealthy habits.

In this training, we provide insights into what energy management entails and why it is essential to actively engage with it. Participants reflect on their own physical energy balance and are given practical tools to make healthier choices. The goal is to define clear, achievable actions that contribute to long-term vitality improvement and the reduction of absenteeism.

Themes:

• What is energy management, and why is it crucial for your vitality?
• Strengthening the physical foundation according to the energy pyramid
• Balancing energy expenditure and recovery
• Practical tools for sustainable behavior change

Stress and emotional challenges have become a daily reality on many workplaces. Terms such as burnout, frustration, anxiety, and uncertainty are unfortunately becoming more and more familiar. The consequence of this is not only higher absenteeism but also a negative impact on productivity, collaboration, and the overall atmosphere in the workplace.

This training focuses on effectively managing stress and emotions. We provide insight into how perception influences the experience of stress and how employees can improve their emotional energy management. Through practical exercises and reflections, participants enhance their ability to take control over their stress and emotions.

Themes:

• Reflection on personal emotional energy management
• Understanding perception and stress responses
• Increasing personal influence on stress and emotions

The world we live in constantly demands our attention. We are continuously surrounded by distractions that put pressure on our productivity and concentration. Multitasking may seem appealing, but in reality, it is less effective and increases stress sensitivity. Maintaining focus and working productively is becoming increasingly challenging.

In this training, participants focus on the art of mindful work. We provide insight into why complete focus is essential for performance and vitality. Participants learn how to create the conditions necessary to focus and perform effectively, ultimately leading to reduced stress and lower absenteeism.

Themes:

• Reflection on personal focus patterns
• Understanding the importance of directed attention
• Optimizing conditions for maximum focus

Vital employees feel connected to what they find important in life and work. When a gap arises between personal values and daily practices, energy loss and stress occur, which can contribute to higher absenteeism.

This training provides employees with insight into their own drivers and values, helping them reconnect with what is meaningful to them. In this way, the training contributes to sustainable employability, engagement, and reduced absenteeism.

Themes:

• Recognizing and acknowledging personal values
• Reflecting on the alignment between work and personal drivers
• Raising awareness of the influence of the environment
• Actively creating meaning and purpose in daily work

Sustainable behavior change requires mental strength and resilience. Participants in this training will receive tools to enhance their mental fortitude, break unproductive patterns, and develop positive habits. The result: more effective management of stress, distractions, and energy waste.

Positivity has proven to be a powerful catalyst for vitality and reduced absenteeism. This training utilizes insights from positive psychology and neuroscience to teach participants how to ‘reprogram’ their brain towards a positive, productive, and vital mindset.

Our advanced sessions focus on specific aspects that are essential for maintaining high vitality and reducing absenteeism:

• Sleep: Improve your sleep for more energy during the day
• Nutrition: Make food choices that boost your energy
• Exercise: Integrate effective movement into your daily routine
• Relaxation: Learn effective techniques for recovery and relaxation

These sessions are practical and brief (2 hours), making them ideal for teams looking to quickly and effectively enhance their energy.

Leaders play a crucial role in fostering vitality within teams. Energized leadership focuses on strengthening five essential energy sources:

• Autonomy
• Connection
• Growth
• Purpose
• Recovery

These energy sources enhance employee motivation, engagement, and well-being. Our training for leaders consists of inspiration sessions, awareness workshops, and skill-building modules that actively teach leaders how to increase energy within their teams and reduce absenteeism.

In this specialized module, leaders learn how to effectively respond to stress signals within their teams. We practice communication skills that directly contribute to stress reduction and the enhancement of vitality within teams.

Our training ensures that energy is not an abstract concept, but a measurable investment in sustainable vitality and reduced absenteeism. In this way, Lifeguard makes a tangible contribution to healthier employees and more successful organizations.