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Ways to Supercharge your Team’s Productivity & Wellbeing this January

23rd November 2023

With research proving that productivity plummets in January and the average employee is productive for only 31% of the working day. What motivating plans do you have in place for your January wellbeing agenda? And don’t forget Blue Monday (dubbed the ‘bleakest day of the year’) on Monday 15 January. When mood as well as motivation may be suffering. …

Read moreWays to Supercharge your Team’s Productivity & Wellbeing this January
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How to Celebrate International Women’s Day at Work

21st November 2023

International Women’s Day (8 March ) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Growing in gravitas each year, we regularly have clients asking us how to celebrate international women’s day at work? From our signature International Women’s Day workshop to self defence classes, we’ve got a packed programme of …

Read moreHow to Celebrate International Women’s Day at Work
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Mental Health Issues in the Workplace

6th November 2023

Mental ill health is now a leading cause for employee absence. Recent figures from the CIPD found that mental health issues in the workplace are estimated to result in more than 91 million lost days each year, which costs UK businesses up to £15 billion in productivity. The CIPD’s recent report, Employee Outlook: Focus on mental health …

Read moreMental Health Issues in the Workplace
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All you need to make your 2024 Workplace Wellbeing Plans

31st October 2023

With recent reports sharing that mental health needs of workforce have never been greater and sick days amongst UK workers at an all-time high, it’s imperative that wellbeing remains a priority for businesses in 2024. To help hone your 2024 wellbeing plans, we’re sharing our recommendations for wellbeing workshops that coincide and support key 2024 …

Read moreAll you need to make your 2024 Workplace Wellbeing Plans
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What is Neurodiversity in the Workplace?

26th October 2023

Whether it’s scrolling through your Linkedin feed or reading a recent company report, neurodiversity is a term you’ve no doubt heard more of in recent years. And if in a professional sense, may have left you wondering – What IS neurodiversity in the workplace? Put simply, ‘neurodiversity’ is a word used to explain the unique ways …

Read moreWhat is Neurodiversity in the Workplace?
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The Employers Guide To Anxiety In The Workplace

26th October 2023

Over 8 million people in the UK are experiencing an anxiety disorder at any one time.   A recent study specifically aimed at UK employees found that 60% of employees are experiencing anxiety. Of this group, the majority (over 60%) are female and 16-24 years. With stats like these, it’s no surprise anxiety in the workplace …

Read moreThe Employers Guide To Anxiety In The Workplace
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Wellbeing Workshops for Winter

17th October 2023

As the nights draw in and the days get shorter, does your wellbeing strategy consider the effects of the winter months too? Did you know lower levels of sunlight can reduce serotonin, leading to a higher chance of suffering from depression? So it’s no surprise then, that 20% of UK adults suffer from some form …

Read moreWellbeing Workshops for Winter
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Alcohol-free Alternatives for a Work Christmas Party

12th October 2023

Before the ‘silly season’ gets well underway, we’re sharing our suggestions for an alcohol-free Christmas party. Alcohol consumption has significantly declined in recent years. It’s estimated that around 20% of the UK population don’t drink alcohol at all. And amongst young people, this figure is even higher. In fact,  26% of  16-24 year olds are …

Read moreAlcohol-free Alternatives for a Work Christmas Party
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Marking World Mental Health Day at Work

7th September 2023

Taking place on 10 October every year, World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. With 15% of people experiencing mental health problems in the workplace and 13% of all sickness absence days in the UK attributed to mental health conditions,* workplaces should be using World Mental Health Awareness Day at …

Read moreMarking World Mental Health Day at Work
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Miscarriage Support at Work

17th August 2023

TW: Pregnancy and Baby Loss. Please delete this email if this content about stillbirth and miscarriage support at work is triggering for you.  9-15 October 2023 is Baby Loss Awareness Week. Although sobering, we shouldn’t shy away from these statistics:  Source: Tommy’s. With most of these losses occurring in people who are of working age, …

Read moreMiscarriage Support at Work
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Does your Workplace Wellbeing Programme include the ‘Heavy’ Topics too?

14th August 2023

Creating a workplace wellbeing programme shouldn’t mean shying away from the ‘heavier’ topics. Whilst it may feel easier to discuss the likes of sleep, nutrition or Pilates, a truly holistic wellbeing programme embraces the difficult topics, such as grief, loss and suicide, too. So, we wanted to put a few of these workshops on your radar. You may find they support a colleague …

Read moreDoes your Workplace Wellbeing Programme include the ‘Heavy’ Topics too?
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Wellbeing Dates you don’t want to miss this Autumn

11th July 2023

Whilst you’re in the midst of enjoying summer plans, we wanted to share some key wellbeing dates you don’t want to miss this Autumn. We appreciate it can take time creating your wellbeing schedule and getting sign-off from the powers that be. So save yourself a last-minute rush come September and schedule in your workplace wellbeing events …

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Corporate Nutrition Programs: The Missing Piece of the Puzzle?

6th July 2023

We’re sure you’ll agree, eating well feels far easier in the summer months. With more time to cook and prepare food during the longer, lighter evenings. Not opportunities to entertain over sunny weekends, our appetite for healthy, nutritious food dials up a notch at this time of year. Which makes the summer months the perfect …

Read moreCorporate Nutrition Programs: The Missing Piece of the Puzzle?
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How to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace

8th June 2023

With 15% of employees experiencing mental health problems in the workplace, studies have found better mental health support in the workplace can save UK businesses up to £8 billion annually.  For many HR professionals, considering how to improve mental health in the workplace can feel like an overwhelming, uphill task. Luckily, we’re here to help. As the ‘one stop shop’ …

Read moreHow to Improve Mental Health in the Workplace
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Neurodiversity As A Competitive Advantage: Embracing Differences for Better Business Results

7th March 2023

Stretching the City’s neurodiversity trainer and consultant, John who runs our neurodiversity workshops, shares why embracing neurodiversity at work is the secret to better business performance AND personnel. The concept of neurodiversity has gained attention in recent years, highlighting the fact that individuals have diverse ways of thinking and processing information. While the term initially …

Read moreNeurodiversity As A Competitive Advantage: Embracing Differences for Better Business Results

Planning a Wellbeing Week at Work

22nd February 2023

A wellbeing week at work is the ideal opportunity to champion and celebrate your workplace wellbeing strategy.  With more businesses investing in wellbeing than ever before (source), a wellbeing week will prove your company’s commitment and dedication to employee wellbeing.   Drawing on over 12 years experience delivering wellbeing weeks to the likes of Accenture, …

Read morePlanning a Wellbeing Week at Work
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Mental Health Awareness Week at Work

6th February 2023

Taking place 15-19 May 2023, Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event across the UK. Created by the Mental Health Foundation 23 years ago, Mental Health Awareness Week grows in gravitas every year, as more and more people come together to tackle stigma and promote good mental health. Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week at …

Read moreMental Health Awareness Week at Work
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5 Steps to Increase Employee Attendance at your next Wellbeing Event

6th February 2023

We’ve all been there: You’ve organised a wellbeing event for your colleagues. You’ve rigorously researched the best provider, the subject matter is on-point and you’ve thought long and hard about the perfect time and day of the week to schedule it in. Despite an encouraging flurry of accepted invites, the event arrives… and attendance is …

Read more5 Steps to Increase Employee Attendance at your next Wellbeing Event
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Marking ‘Time to Talk Day’ 2024 at Work

26th January 2023

Time to Talk Day 2024 falls on Thursday 1 February 2024. Described as the nation’s ‘Biggest Mental Health Conversation’, Time to Talk Day celebrates the power of conversation to help change lives. What is Time to Talk Day 2024 all about? Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, but it’s most definitely worth it. Every conversation …

Read moreMarking ‘Time to Talk Day’ 2024 at Work
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Boosting Productivity in January

6th December 2022

If there’s ever a month to give your employees an extra boost of motivation, it’s January. Research proves that not only does productivity plummet in January, the average employee is productive for only 31% of the working day. Delving in to productivity further, the study finds we complete most tasks at the beginning of the …

Read moreBoosting Productivity in January
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Planning your Workplace Wellbeing strategy around 2023 Awareness Days

21st November 2022

With 2022 drawing to a close, we’re working with our clients to help make their wellbeing plans for 2023 their best yet. With the help of our 2023 Awareness Days calendar, let us hone your wellbeing plans. Predicted workplace trends for 2023 place the importance of a positive company culture and enticing employee benefits as …

Read morePlanning your Workplace Wellbeing strategy around 2023 Awareness Days
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Supporting Employees through the Cost of Living Crisis

10th November 2022

With 80% of employees worried about their financial wellbeing, to the point it will impact their productivity at work and one in four Europeans describing their financial position as ‘precarious’, businesses are being urged to step up and support employees through the cost of living crisis.   Not only does financial stress lead to poor …

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Does Massage in the Workplace Increase Productivity?

7th November 2022

Massage in the Workplace is a firm fixture on many of our client’s workplace wellbeing agenda.  Sorely missed during the pandemic, it’s safe to say office massage is back in business. Massage is hailed as one of the ultimate work perks that never fails to draw people to the office that day. So much so, …

Read moreDoes Massage in the Workplace Increase Productivity?

How to Move at Your Desk More

25th October 2022

Sitting down for prolonged periods of time means you have a higher chance of being overweight, developing type 2 diabetes or heart disease – and experiencing depression and anxiety. So, with sitting dubbed ‘the new smoking’, we’re sharing  some snippets of advice from our Move at Your Desk workshop to get you less sedentary and more mobile throughout your working day. …

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