Mental health in the workplace – how to get the conversation started

Talking about mental health at work

Written to support Time to Talk Day 2024 which takes place on Thursday, 1st February, we look at why we all need to encourage more conversation around mental health at work, how to become more open and ways to embed this openness into workplace culture.

Working safely from harm at home

Work safely from home

16% of the UK workforce work from home – and 28% work in a hybrid pattern of home and work. We share tips to help employers look after their safety, mental health and wellbeing.

Do your people really have the freedom to speak up?

Speaking up

Do your people feel confident and safe to speak up in your organisation? Are their voices being heard and actions taken? To support Speak Up Month in October we look at the benefits, and the challenges, of creating a Speak Up culture.

Why listening skills make a more supportive workplace

Being a good listener

Being a good listener helps to build relationships within the workplace. We share our thoughts on why listening matters in support of The Samaritans’ Talk to Us campaign, and offer some tips to improve your listening skills.

Proactive steps to promote men’s health awareness at work

Men's Health

Men’s Health Week has raised topical men’s health issues for more than 20 years. We share a number of approaches to raise male health awareness in the workplace all year round.

Preventing harassment and bullying – keeping our workplaces safe and supportive

Harassment and bullying at work

Recent high-profile cases have brought harassment and bullying in the workplace very much into focus. We look at the issue in more depth, giving insight into the health impact, why it persists and what actions organisations can, and must, take.