Mental health is a hot topic lately, but are we doing enough to ensure that ourselves and our staff are well-supported and able to speak up when struggling? Brent-Stig Kraus, Chief Revenue Officer at SevenRooms, says it’s time we removed the stigma and embraced the ‘professional pause’. After an incredibly difficult two years for employees… Read more »
Lifeworks’ latest Mental Health Index reveals one in four Australians is experiencing burnout – leading to a lack of motivation and concentration and an inability to disconnect from work after hours. Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Asia-Pacific, Jamie MacLennan said while many Australians have benefitted from the ability to work remotely during the pandemic… Read more »
As businesses continue to struggle through the many pitfalls of modern, post-pandemic life, so too do the wellbeing and mental health of business leaders. There are three key things to turning your mindset around and building more resilience for yourself and your business, writes Chris Dahl, director of sales and growth at Pin Payments. The… Read more »
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Employee wellbeing is often side-lined as ‘soft stuff’ and has a murky relationship with the bottom line. But in the midst of the ‘Great Resignation’, labour shortages, and Australians reassessing their work life balance en-masse, employee wellbeing is set to take centre stage in the coming year, writes Abby Johnston, strategy partner at Untangld. Here… Read more »
Victorian small business owners and employees can now gain free access to Mindarma, as the Victorian Government works to boost mental health and wellbeing. Mindarma is an evidence-based online education program, supported by the Black Dog Institute. The program includes ten short interactive learning sessions and is available on computers, tablets or smartphones. Proven to… Read more »
Workers in the Asia Pacific are amongst the most burnt out in the world as the impact of the pandemic continues to hit. A study by Instant Offices found six out of ten workers in Australia, Singapore, Japan and Hong Kong are planning to look for new jobs as pandemic fatigue takes hold. In Australia… Read more »
While some Australian small business report feeling optimistic about the year ahead, many are still battling the many challenges thrown up by the pandemic, leaving them feeling cautious about the future, writes Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson. Small and family businesses are facing multiple headwinds, but powering through pandemic constraints such… Read more »
A “lack of optimism could create a vicious cycle of disillusionment and social unrest.” A quote from Victor Perton, radical optimist? No, it’s from one of the most influential global business organisations, The World Economic Forum’s (Davos) Global Risks Report 2022, prepared by world leaders in risk. A risk or a reality? Asking the question,… Read more »
We’ve all felt it. That wonderful feeling of getting lost in a task – letting go of all thoughts and time constraints and laser-focusing on one single thing – which brings you a peaceful kind of joy and often results in unbridled creativity. This feeling is otherwise known as ‘flow’, and it’s important for all… Read more »
Business owners and leaders across NSW will now have access to free coaching funded by the NSW Government and delivered by Transitioning Well. Direct Practical Coaching is available to any private business with less than 200 staff or not-for-profits of any size and provides owners or leaders one-one-one business coaching on any mental health at… Read more »
Two-thirds of small business owners are experiencing psychological stress – up by a third from pre-COVID times – according to research by the Department of Treasury. Mental health organisation, Beyond Blue, has responded by launching a free mental health coaching program, NewAccess for Small Business Owners, and a free live webinar to give you the tools… Read more »
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