Ways to help improve workplace culture
5 Simple ways to help improve workplace culture A thriving culture is at the heart of many organisations. However, Dr Tim Sharp, a psychologist says that “Change doesn’t come easily; it isn’t smooth; and probably won’t occur overnight.” How can you create a culture that is thriving? Positive psychologist Dr Tim Sharp explains that a positive, healthy […]
Being Open With Mental Health Issues
Being open with mental health issues is an excellent opportunity for senior managers to reflect upon their leadership style and how they can make a positive impact on the teams and individuals that they support. Beyond blue commissioned research that found that two-thirds of the employees and leaders surveyed (67%) agreed that mental health at […]
Your Workplace Health Strategy
Selma, our manager of workplace health solutions, gives us her insight on how she can assist organisations and what is going to be huge. What do you say to an organisation when they ask you “where should I begin with my strategy?” We need to make sure that the organization’s goals are in line. First, I […]
Creating healthier cultures: Online Health Assessment
Creating Healthier Cultures At Your Work Place: Online Health Assessment When risk factors and diseases are avoided, there is a large opportunity cost that can be saved by business, government and society. Most employees are unaware of their current health status, and cannot therefore manage their health in an appropriate manner. To encourage positive change, education […]
Workplace Stress Management Strategies For Managers
Stressed-out, unhappy workers are not good for anyone. It can even become contagious. It is vital that you act if your employees are constantly stressed at work. Leaders and managers can implement a variety of strategies to reduce workplace stress. Check if your organization is setting realistic work schedules and workloads. Work-Life Balance is an important risk-control measure to […]
Sleep Is Essential For Healthy Living
Sleep Is Essential For Healthy Living So Make Sure You Work On It Free and without negative side effects, one of the best things you can do to improve your mental and physical well-being is to exercise. Good sleep is good for our health, productivity, and performance. Sleep problems are a growing national epidemic. Over […]
Are You Stressed?
Stress can be both good and bad. In small doses, it can help us become motivated and be more decisive. In the long term, however, elevated stress levels can impact both physical and mental health. People react to stress differently however there are some common signs, which may indicate stress is becoming a problem that […]
A Guide To Emotional Health In The Workplace
Manager’s guide: emotional health in the workplace With Australian businesses losing around 12.5 million days of productivity annually due to mental health conditions and untreated mental health problems thought to cost the Australian economy $10.9 billion a year, it is no wonder that it has become an area for action. Growing scientific evidence links workplace […]
Is poor sleep affecting your work?
Is poor sleep affecting your work and lifestyle? Sleep deprivation can affect your performance at work and home Insomnia or disturbed sleep can be caused by a variety of factors. You may need further assistance from a GP if any of these apply to you. It’s not unusual to have difficulty sleeping from […]
Time to ‘man up’ when it comes to your health
Men’s Health Week (June 10-16) is an opportunity to start a conversation with your male employees about looking after themselves better. With Men’s Health Week coming up, it’s a good time to prioritise support and education around men’s health issues. Since we spend so much of our lives at work, it makes sense for workplace […]