Benefits of conducting a needs assessment provides employees with:

     Initial information necessary for the design of the wellness program
     A sense of ownership for the wellness program
     Excitement for the wellness program
     Developing a program that will fit all of their needs and in return be more successful
     Getting them to think more about their own personal health
     Providing the information on how important it is to be healthy

Asking employees about their needs and interests increases the chances that they will participate in wellness activities. You may gather input through informal conversations or by conducting a formal needs assessment among employees.

Educating personnel about the wellness program will also help with "BUY IN" Example of classes to teach: Also if you are going to talk the talk you have to walk the walk.