Vitality has now become a portmanteau term that is used both where it fits and where it doesn't. So let's start at square one with some definitions, to avoid confusion. Originally vitality comes from the Latin "vitae" which means life. According to Van Dale vital therefore also means "of great importance to life" and a vital person is powerful and energetic.
You can probably guess the influence of vitality on fitness for work. Someone who is comfortable with who they are, is bursting with energy and who has the strength to deal with setbacks, is not going to report sick for something trivial. Just imagine you have a whole team full of people like that, then surely no challenge is too great? Various research studies have also shown that employees who are full of vitality have a positive effect on customers and colleagues, deliver good quality work and feel committed to the organisation. Apart from the fact that it is really nice when someone is living the life they want, vitality therefore also delivers all kinds of benefits in all kinds of areas.
Investing in vitality is therefore worth the effort, but how do you set about it?
Do you want to get started on increasing your team's vitality? You will find some practical tips below.