Mental Health at Work

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How to create a burnout prevention strategy for your workplace

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How to create a burnout prevention strategy for your workplace

Have you thought about how your organisation could benefit from implementing a burnout prevention strategy? There is certainly a strong business case for investing the time to do this, alongside wider initiatives that support employee wellbeing.

Did you know that in the UK alone, 1 in 5 people report experiencing a common mental health problem (such as anxiety and depression) in any given week? Additionally, a HSE Report cites that approximately 16.4 million working days were lost in 2023/24 due to work-related stress, depression, or anxiety. Furthermore, better mental health support at work can save UK businesses up to 8 billion annually.

How can you make a meaningful change happen in your workplace? The good news is, it can start with just one person, no matter your level of seniority, and here’s how you can get started.

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5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

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5 steps to improve your work-life alignment

Are you struggling to find a sense of balance in life? If so, you’re not alone.

A recent study from Lenovo and Cebr found that just under a third of UK employees (31%) feel that they do not have a good work-life balance in their current job, with 88% experiencing burnout in the last 2 years. The study also reveals that two thirds of UK employees (66%) feel that work-life balance is a crucial consideration when applying for a job.

Despite the increasingly demanding work culture in the UK, finding alignment across your professional and personal time is possible. In this guide, discover how to approach a work-life alignment in a way that suits you, and explore tips to improve how you’re feeling in your job and at home.

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Calmer commissioned by Broxbourne Council to launch burnout-prevention training programme for Broxbourne-based businesses

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Calmer commissioned by Broxbourne Council to launch burnout-prevention training programme for Broxbourne-based businesses

We are delighted to announce that we have been commissioned by Broxbourne Council in Hertfordshire UK to launch a burnout-prevention training programme for Broxbourne-based businesses.

As part of the Broxbourne Strategic Partnership for Skills (BSPS) programme, which helps to bridge skills gaps and challenges in the local economy, this fully funded project offers a unique opportunity for six cohorts of senior leaders, managers and staff to access Calmer’s CPD accredited training courses in practical mental health training in the workplace.

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15 simple, quick ways to calm nerves at work

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15 simple, quick ways to calm nerves at work

Feeling nervous is a natural reaction to something that instills a little fear in us - perhaps a big presentation, a pitch opportunity, or a promotion meeting that you set up with your boss.

That being said, feeling nervous can get in the way of performing at our best. It’s why we’re looking into the effects of nervousness in today’s Calmer guide, and the quick and easy ways to calm your mind and body in order to perform well, whatever your upcoming hurdle.

Building stronger relationships in a remote world

Building stronger relationships in a remote world

If you’ve ever felt disconnected or invisible while working from home, you’re not imagining it. The challenges of building work relationships remotely are real, and they can quietly chip away at your energy, creativity and sense of belonging. Without "watercooler" chats or hallway nods, it’s easy to feel like collaboration is all task and no trust.

However, strong connections don’t require a shared office. With intention and a few simple habits, you can strengthen your remote work interactions and feel genuinely connected.

This week, guest writer Beth Rush returns with another insightful article for Calmer, sharing 12 key steps to building stronger relationships in a remote world.