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<!--Generated by Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.356-121 (http://www.squarespace.com) on Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:54:38 GMT--><rss xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" version="2.0"><channel><title>Blog</title><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/</link><description></description><lastBuildDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:18:48 +0000</lastBuildDate><copyright></copyright><language>en-US</language><generator>Squarespace V5 Site Server v5.13.356-121 (http://www.squarespace.com)</generator><item><title>Exercise May Add Years to Your Life</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 20:17:16 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/exercise-may-add-years-to-your-life.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30986270</guid><description><![CDATA[Doctors and researchers have always recommended that individuals establish a regular exercise routine as part of a healthy lifestyle, especially as they age.&nbsp; Exercise not only keeps the entire body and its organs working in tip-top shape, but also helps regulate the body&rsquo;s natural cycles, including sleep and mood.&nbsp;&nbsp; Earlier this week, the journal PLos Medicine published a study linking moderate exercise to life expectancy.&nbsp; This is great news for employers who are trying to incorporate exercise initiatives in their wellness programs.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30986270.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Promoting Leadership in the Workplace</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 19:52:29 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/promoting-leadership-in-the-workplace.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30985721</guid><description><![CDATA[Leadership is the core of every successful business.&nbsp; A true leader is someone who doesn&rsquo;t just manage and envision, but inspires leadership in others, as well.&nbsp; In order to promote leadership in their companies, employers need to establish company core values that integrate ethical, leadership, and innovation principles.&nbsp; Core values alone are not enough, however.&nbsp; Employers also need to provide training programs to improve employee skills, and promote leadership recognition that will help motivate employees.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30985721.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Diabetes in the Workplace</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 06:00:55 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/diabetes-in-the-workplace.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30345414</guid><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s been estimated that 366 million people are afflicted with diabetes worldwide.&nbsp; With such large numbers, it&rsquo;s imperative that employers inform their employees about the symptoms, risk factors, and complications of this dangerous disease.&nbsp; Incorporating diabetes awareness into a wellness program will also help employees afflicted with this disease receive the accommodations they need to improve their well-being.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30345414.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Migraines: A Headache for the Workplace</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 01:38:39 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/migraines-a-headache-for-the-workplace.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30174648</guid><description><![CDATA[Studies show that 47% of adults worldwide have headache disorders, among them frequent migraine attacks.&nbsp;&nbsp; Migraines can be disruptive to both employees and employers.&nbsp; Although a recent study conducted by Pfizer and Harris Interactive showed that 66% of migraine sufferers continue working despite debilitating symptoms during migraine attacks, productivity is a problem for many sufferers.&nbsp; It&rsquo;s been estimated that employers spend $13 billion in lost workdays and decreased productivity of migraine sufferers.&nbsp; HR professionals can help their employees and cut company costs by implementing initiatives that focus on awareness and disclosure, manager training, and comfortable environments.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30174648.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Depression Prevalent in the Workplace</title><category>Stress and Resilience</category><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012 20:04:55 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/depression-prevalent-in-the-workplace.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30136206</guid><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s been estimated that 340 million people worldwide suffer from depression.&nbsp; The majority of these individuals experience the condition during their peak career years.&nbsp; Depression in the workplace affects an employee&rsquo;s work performance, the overall office dynamics, and employer costs.&nbsp; Studies show that employers will spend over $51 million in absenteeism and loss of productivity. &nbsp;Medical treatment for the condition can cost employers over $26 billion.&nbsp;]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30136206.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>How to Choose the Right EAP Provider</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:23:45 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-eap-provider.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:30019893</guid><description><![CDATA[Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are excellent benefits to accompany any sized wellness program.&nbsp; Studies show that 75% of companies with 251- 1000 employees currently use EAPs. Today, the number of employers using the service continues to grow.&nbsp; EAPs not only offer employees great benefits on a wide array of personal issues, but they also allow employers assistance in improving employee work relations and performance.&nbsp;]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-30019893.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Inspiring Creativity for a Happier Workforce</title><category>Blog</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 19:45:12 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/inspiring-creativity-for-a-happier-workforce.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:29885086</guid><description><![CDATA[Creativity is often the cornerstone that separates successful companies from their competitors.&nbsp; Many of these same employers also report happier employees.&nbsp; Studies show that encouraging creativity in the workplace can attract and retain happier, more productive employees.&nbsp; Establishing a culture of creativity starts at the top level of management and filters to each and every level of the organization.&nbsp; HR professionals are encouraged to work with senior management to implement creativity initiatives that will empower their employees to become successful, happier members that make a difference in their company.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-29885086.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>The Negative Effects of Multitasking in the Workplace</title><category>Workplace Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Oct 2012 23:07:04 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/the-negative-effects-of-multitasking-in-the-workplace.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:29791271</guid><description><![CDATA[Employers have long been encouraging multitasking as a way of increasing employee productivity, but research shows it may do more harm than good.&nbsp; Several studies have shown that high <span>multitaskers</span> experience greater problems focusing on important and complicated tasks, memory impairment of new subject matter, difficulty learning new material, and increased stress levels. &nbsp;This can ultimately lead to problems in delivering a company&rsquo;s products and services efficiently and competitively.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-29791271.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>How Employers Can Aid in the Fight Against Breast Cancer</title><category>Personal Health</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 21:18:46 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/how-employers-can-aid-in-the-fight-against-breast-cancer.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:29741063</guid><description><![CDATA[Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women worldwide.  In 2010, it was estimated that 1.5 million people were diagnosed with the disease.  With figures this high, many employees themselves or people they love may become afflicted with breast cancer.  Employers can do their part in the fight against breast cancer by addressing awareness and prevention in their wellness programs.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-29741063.xml</wfw:commentRss></item><item><title>Reducing Employee Stress Through Effective Disaster Planning</title><category>Workplace Health</category><category>Workplace Safety</category><dc:creator>Tammy Brandonisio</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 04:23:26 +0000</pubDate><link>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/reducing-employee-stress-through-effective-disaster-planning.html</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1461507:17594290:29600271</guid><description><![CDATA[Disaster planning is an issue every employer should be thinking about.  Whether it&rsquo;s a flu outbreak, natural disaster, equipment malfunction or a terrorist attack, your business should prepare itself for a break in operations with minimal stress.  Employers can create initiatives that will help reduce stress on the business and its employees.]]></description><wfw:commentRss>http://triscope.co.nz/blog/rss-comments-entry-29600271.xml</wfw:commentRss></item></channel></rss>