Mental Health at Work

How to reduce sick days in your team

How to reduce sick days in your team

With 4th February being National Sickie Day, we wanted to raise the issue of sick days within a team, and how you can manage them. Whether you’re working in a team, or are thinking about hiring your first team member, make sure to read on for our advice on how to create a positive workplace culture that reduces absenteeism.

Is hugging good for business?

Is hugging good for business?

Happy National Hug Day! As we celebrate the day, we’re exploring how hugging can be good for business - if used wisely.

Human beings are social creatures. We have an inherent need to feel like we belong, that our decisions are validated and as entrepreneurs, that our business ideas are well received.

That being said, how appropriate is hugging in the workplace? Should it be something we do more of, or is it seen as showing ‘too much’ affection? Find out here.

How to create a business wellbeing strategy

How to create a business wellbeing strategy

At Calmer, we believe a happy mind makes for a happy business. This is especially true of start-ups and SMEs, who rely on a small yet effective set of people to keep the business functioning.

Before work properly starts, take some time to consider your business’ wellbeing strategy for the year with this guide.