When we talk about “reasonable adjustments” in the workplace, many employers immediately picture something complicated, expensive, or disruptive. The reality is far simpler. Most adjustments cost little or nothing, but they can make a huge difference to how supported and…
The death of a former employee, client, or other close contact of the business can deeply affect your workplace. Even though the person may not be part of the team day-to-day, their loss can bring shock, sadness, and upheaval. For…
Running a small or medium-sized business means your people are at the heart of everything you do. But people are human, and life doesn’t stop when they walk through the door. Stress, family responsibilities, health worries, and day-to-day pressures can…
If you broke your leg at work, no one would hand you some painkillers and tell you to “toughen up” or “get over it”. You’d get medical care, time off to heal, and support to ease back into your usual…
Losing a team member is one of the hardest challenges a workplace can face. It brings grief, shock, and upheaval, and for some, guilt or unanswered questions. There is no single “right” way to respond; everyone will experience it uniquely,…
Mental health at work has never been talked about more than it is today, and that’s a good thing! But it hasn’t always been this way. How we approach mental health across generations has been shaped by the world they…
October is Mental Health Month, and it’s a timely reminder that our workplaces are more than just spaces where tasks get ticked off. They’re communities where people spend a huge part of their lives, and as such, they have a…
Psychosocial risks and hazards are becoming an increasingly critical focus for organisations in Australia. Join our Principal HR Advisor and Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Frances Orr, as she explores psychosocial risks and hazards, how they manifest in the workplace,…
3 Steps for supporting Mental Health in the workplace Supporting and addressing mental health in the workplace is crucial for employees’ well-being and the organisation’s overall success. Here are three practical things employers can do: Mental Health Awareness and Education:…
Help! I think my employee may have a mental health issue. With 1 in 5 people experiencing mental health issues, this scenario is becoming more common when managing a business. A mental illness can cause significant changes to someone’s thoughts,…
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