Business & Industry
Employee Wellbeing 2021
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How world class athletes can help your workplace wellbeing
You might be wondering why you’re reading an article by an Olympic swimmer in a campaign about employee wellbeing. However, there are clear parallels between the importance of wellbeing in work and sport. You often hear athletes talking about a positive mental attitude and focussing on clear goals, but these aren’t just cliches. Without the...
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The office: It is the guardian of company culture
Much has changed in the last twelve months, particularly for those of us in the office industry. But is this really the end of the office? We have heard increasing cries about the end of the office and whispers of a new way of working that’s better for all. It seems to me that any...
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How your employer can support your mental health
Many employees are struggling with their mental health as a result of the pandemic. If you are one of them, don’t be afraid to ask your employer for help. Now a year has passed since the initial lockdown, it’s a good time to reflect on our own wellbeing and make the most of any support...
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Why is mental health and wellbeing is a boardroom priority
As we face a global mental health crisis, I believe that employers, a cornerstone of every society, can be play a key role in our recovery. Imagine if every employer built a culture which challenged mental health stigma and signposted to appropriate support, so that anyone who is struggling will feel comfortable to ask for...
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Shifting the focus on employee benefits in a pandemic
Remote working for the past year has caused a shift in the way we incentivise staff. “Same room, different laptop” is how a friend described their new job recently. Remote working has made workplaces which offer a cacophony of onsite perks, in order to attract and retain the best and the brightest, irrelevant to huge...