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How do physical and mental health converge?
Although the mind and body are often viewed as separate entities, mental and physical health have been proven to be interrelated. Good mental health can positively affect an individual’s physical health. In turn, poor physical health can negatively affect their mental...
Practical Ways to Create Psychological Safety at Work
There is a large body of research that shows that leaders play a critical role in fostering employee motivation and satisfaction. The consequence is that it is not enough for managers to drive strong employee performance. They also need to take care of their team...
Why Workplace Integrated Wellbeing Initiatives Should Start With Promoting Teamwork
In today's constantly evolving world of work, employee wellness is more important than ever. As organisations strive to improve productivity it is essential for them to recognise the role that employee wellness plays in achieving their goals. One proven way to enhance...
Employee assistance in 2024: Closing the gaps in Employee Health and Wellness
Employee health and wellness isn’t just good for workers, it is one of the key factors in an organisation’s success. To counteract the mental health “recession” that has escalated because of the Covid pandemic, employers need a strong, tailored wellness strategy,...
Embedding mental health and wellbeing into organisational strategy
When faced with the undertaking of improving workplace wellbeing, traditionally employers may have queried whether it should be their responsibility to support employee wellbeing. Today, particularly in the wake of Covid, it is understood that organisations have a...
Educating your employees on unconscious bias
In a diverse country such as South Africa, where people from different races, culture and backgrounds make up one nation, addressing unconscious bias within organisations is not just a matter of ethical responsibility but also a strategic business imperative....
Digital solutions for employee mental health
There is growing evidence that the use of digital tools is beneficial to enhance the delivery of a variety of health care services. When it comes to employee health and wellness, offering digital mental health support and resources can help to send a message that an...
Navigating The Intersection of Culture And DEI
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is at the top of many organisations’ agendas, in both private and public sectors around the world. Activating diversity is a process that involves recognising and embracing differences within the workforce for the benefits that it...
Preparing your employees for tomorrow
Employing an engaged and hardworking workforce is still the greatest asset an organisation can have. It follows that if leaders want their organisations to remain successful and see growth in dynamic market conditions, amid thriving competition, they will need to...
Integrating coaching into your EAP: Why it matters for your clients and your company
Over the past three decades, life coaching has developed into a respected profession but only in more recent years has it been an employee support channel offered by EA professionals. Traditionally, coaching was found mainly in the domain of corporate executives and...
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