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The State of Workplace Mental Health: An Exclusive Interview with MHFA England’s Sarah McIntosh

Sarah McIntosh, chief executive of MHFA England, discusses workplace mental health challenges and how employers can support staff.

Confident Employees ‘More Likely to Act Ethically and Positively at Work’

Self-efficacy has a major impact on workplace behaviour, encouraging positive actions and discouraging harmful ones, new research indicates.

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Eletive – How intelligent employee surveys can improve your people decisions

Over the past decade, a significant shift has taken place in how companies work with employee engagement.
KOA Health Free Mental Health Pocket Book Download

KOA Health – mental health solutions evidence base and trustworthiness

Most digital-first mental health solutions claim to be evidence-based, but a comparatively tiny percentage have a foundation of strong science. Although research published in the...
Long COVID and Return to Work

Long COVID and returning to work guidance now available

Organisations should take a strategic, planned, approach to managing Long COVID in the workforce. Free download guidance on the identification and management of Long COVID.

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Is Sitting Is the New Smoking? How Poor Posture Affects Productivity

People with better posture are more alert, make decisions faster and have more sustained energy throughout the day.
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Hydration and Leadership: Why Drinking More Water Can Improve Decision-Making and Mental Clarity

There’s a simple, game-changing habit that gets overlooked all the time: drinking enough water. 
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Fueling Success: How Nutrition Drives Workplace Performance

Workplaces that prioritise healthier food and drink options create an environment where sustained energy and mental clarity become the norm.
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The Sleep-Performance Connection: Why Rest Is the Key to Better Leadership

Many leaders sacrifice rest in the belief that working longer hours leads to greater productivity. Science tells a different story.
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Move More, Work Better: Fitness Strategies Every Manager Should Encourage

Our expert personal trainer, Sean Willers, has essential advice for HR managers to keep their staff healthy and productive.
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Mind, Body, Work Podcast

Dream on! Sleep and workplace wellbeing

Dream on! Sleep and workplace wellbeing

In this episode of Mind, Body, Work, host Joanne Swann welcomes two expert guests, Lisa Artis and Jess Parkinson, to discuss the vital link between sleep and workplace well-being.
The Mind, Body, Work Podcast

PODCAST RELEASE: 4 day work Week and boundaried work, is this the future for...

The latest episode of the Mind, Body, Work podcast delves into pressing issues concerning the evolving work environment in the UK.

Wellbeing Analysis and Advice

In depth analysis from experts in employee wellbeing

Dr. Jessica Cooper: Drop The ‘Wellbeing Washing’ And Refocus On Systemic Issues To Drive Up Team Performance

Business leaders care about employee wellbeing, but is too much budget spent on surface-level approaches - in effect, “wellbeing washing”?

Dr. Nikki Scheiner: Challenging Barriers Between Motherhood and Leadership

With the approach of both Mothering Sunday and the spring equinox, it is a good time to survey the status of mothers in the workplace.

Andrew Walker: Cost vs Value – What Really Matters in Health Benefits?

When it comes to employee health benefits, there’s always a tug-of-war between keeping costs low and focusing on the value those benefits bring.

Colin Preece: Are Mandatory Mental Health Breaks Feasible for Healthcare?

Prince William’s advocacy for mandatory career breaks among NHS staff to combat burnout highlights a critical issue in healthcare.

Prof. Marcantonio Spada: How To Tell If An Employee Is Engaging In Problematic Technology Use – And How To Help Them 

Technology addiction is an excessive and compulsive engagement with technology which is associated with many negative consequences.

Louise Lawrence: Neurodiversity and Mental Health in the Workplace – Building a Culture of Support

Around 15% of the population are neurodivergent, but despite this large number, not everyone is supported in the workplace.

Mark Flynn: What the Workplace Can Learn from Elite Sports 

By adopting insights from sports science, HR leaders can build workplaces that foster resilience, productivity, health and wellbeing.

Morgan Burn: The Importance of Psychological Safety – Why Businesses Must Create an Environment Where It Is Safe to Fail

Psychological safety in the workplace is essential for fostering a growth mindset - where employees feel empowered to take risks and learn from failure.

Rachel Morgan-Trimmer: Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs – What’s the Link?

As neurodivergent entrepreneurs, we are often held back or unsupported at different stages of our lives.

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Are you looking to drive wellbeing initiatives in your organisation?

Our Resource Centre aims to give you ideas for projects based around national and global initiatives, campaigns and awareness days. Joining forces with these campaigns means you benefit from pre-prepared resources and wider publicity which can enhance the impact of your internal efforts. We regularly update this section to bring you topical updates and resources enabling you to plan and deliver on your wellbeing agenda.

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Guides

Diversity in the Workplace: The Ultimate Guide for Managers

An introductory guide to the importance of diversity in the workplace, alongside tips for addressing bias and hiring a diverse workforce.

Women’s Health: The Ultimate Guide for Managers

An introduction to the issues around women's health in the workplace plus links to additional resources to take your research further.

Workplace Wellbeing: The Ultimate Guide for Managers

Workplace or employee wellbeing tips and advice for manager - the essentials you need to know!