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Start the New Year on the right foot

Start the New Year on the right foot

7 steps to successful workplace wellbeing January’s “New Year’s resolution” season brings with it new beginnings and new possibilities. A chance to evaluate your situation and develop a plan to improve, whether it’s in your personal or work life – and more often than not the constant challenge of balancing the two.  It’s also the perfect time for organisations to reaccess their business visions, values and goals for the year ahead – to think about creating a company culture that makes your people want to stick around. A wise decision, because believe it or not, employees are evaluating their futures […]

Why invest in employee wellbeing?

Why invest in employee wellbeing?

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How NOT investing in your staff’s wellbeing could be costing your business There’s no way to sugar-coat it. Job dissatisfaction is at a staggering all-time high, and with over 822,000 people in the UK suffering from work-related stress, depression or anxiety in 2020/21 (according to the HSE’s stats) it’s no wonder that employees are not only re-evaluating their work/life balance but also their career futures with employers.  In my previous articles, I have discussed the reasons why employers should be investing in employee wellbeing and stress prevention, exploring in detail the 6 key areas of work that need to be managed effectively to promote healthy […]

Changing the way we manage change

Changing the way we manage change

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How managing change effectively can have a positive impact on workplace wellbeing When we think about change, it is often in terms of the external environment and how that affects our organisation – new technology, changes in legislation, economic recession other such factors. However, also considering internal change and how that affects our employees, their wellbeing and their performance, is important for the successful management of our organisations and the people within them. At the heart of every successful business lies a strong understanding of how change affects staff wellbeing, roles, and efficiency. With effective management of change comes improved […]

The impact of unclear responsibilities and expectations on people

The impact of unclear responsibilities and expectations on people

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Why clear workplace roles are responsible for good employee wellbeing and improved efficiency. Many employees wear more hats than can be seen at a royal wedding, carrying out several different duties, often many of them outside their initial job description. This can cause unnecessary confusion and lead to frustration, as well as negatively impact employee wellbeing and workplace productivity. I have previously discussed the first 4 elements that need managing effectively to promote a healthy workplace wellbeing culture – demands, control, support and relationships. In this blog, we’re talking about roles, and how when workplace roles and responsibilities are clear and compatible, it […]

Building positive work relationships

Building positive work relationships

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How working on relationships takes the stress out of workplace wellbeing I have previously discussed the first three root causes of stress in the workplace and the elements that need managing effectively to promote a healthy wellbeing culture; Demands, Control and Support. This article it’s all about Relationships, and how employers can shift their focus to nurturing relationships in the workplace to improve healthy employee wellbeing. Why are positive work relationships important? In the UK, (not including overtime) the average person spends one-third of their waking hours at work, which is full of people, and as we all know, people are not always easy to get along […]

Supporting employees to boost workplace wellbeing

Supporting employees to boost workplace wellbeing

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How employers can support their staff to ensure a thriving working environment In 1624, John Donne famously penned “No man is an island”. Almost 400 years, and a global pandemic later, his words ring truer than ever: whether it’s in the home, classroom or at work, we all need support every now and again. Encouraging people to open up about mental health means encouraging them to seek support, to get the help they need and deserve. Going it alone doesn’t help anyone, and when it comes to workplace wellbeing it’s the employer’s responsibility to offer staff the support they need to ensure no […]

Surrendering control to fight poor performance

Surrendering control to fight poor performance

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How empowering your workforce encourages autonomy and wellbeing In a previous article, we considered the first of 6 key areas of work that need to be managed well to promote health and wellbeing in the workplace – Demands and the Importance of Managing the Demands on Employees. In this piece, I want to focus on the second area – Control, and how learning to ‘let go’ a little can actually lead to improved outcomes for you and your business. What is autonomy in the workplace? There is a lot of debate surrounding the concept of autonomy in the workplace. In its simplest form, autonomy is about […]

The Importance of Managing the Demands on Employees

The Importance of Managing the Demands on Employees

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3 key factors to consider to promote workplace wellbeing I’ve previously shared the 6 key areas of work that need to be managed effectively to promote healthy employee wellbeing, which not only reduces stress and absenteeism but also boosts productivity.  In this article, I want to focus on one of these areas that the HSE identify as being critical for promoting employee wellbeing and increasing productivity. Managing the demands placed on your employees.  What do we mean by “the demands”? The HSE Management Standards identify 6 key areas of work that need to be properly managed to promote good health, increased productivity and reduced accident and […]

Root Causes of Stress in the Workplace

Root Causes of Stress in the Workplace

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6 areas of work to address to promote good employee health and wellbeing The demands of work can be a major source of stress for employees. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recognises this and has put together guidance to help employers understand the sources of workplace stress and how to address them. In this article, we’ll take a look at 6 key areas of work that need to be properly managed in order to promote good health, increased productivity and reduced accident and sickness rates. In my previous article, I shared the reasons why a responsible employer should invest […]

The Importance of Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace

The Importance of Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace

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3 things employers can do to create a better mental health culture at work. We spend a staggering third of our lives at work, so it’s no secret that our working life has a huge impact on our mental wellbeing. That’s why it’s important for employers to take a more active role in creating a mentally healthy workplace.  In this article, we’ll look at the importance of putting a proactive employee wellbeing strategy in place and 3 ways employers can improve employee mental health by creating a harmonious environment for their staff to thrive. Why is wellbeing in the workplace important? Employees’ […]