Mental Health at Work

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Building inclusive workplaces: the power of DEIB and mental wellbeing

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Building inclusive workplaces: the power of DEIB and mental wellbeing

In today’s evolving workplace, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is more than a corporate buzzword - it’s a critical foundation for success. A truly inclusive workplace goes beyond diversity numbers; it cultivates a sense of belonging, where every employee feels seen, heard, and valued.

This week, we are excited to welcome back Pinky Ghadiali for her second article for Calmer, to explore why it is so important for workplaces to prioritise DEIB, how this links to improved mental wellbeing, and strategies for creating inclusive workplaces.

Lifting team performance: five agreements to elevate your team

Lifting team performance: five agreements to elevate your team

Every team aspires to operate at its best, but achieving high performance and productivity is often easier said than done.

Improving team performance fosters innovation, enhances collaboration, and strengthens communication, allowing diverse skill sets to come together for shared goals. What tools can you harness to achieve this?

This week, guest writer Dave Jones shares five agreements for boosting team performance, which can help to improve both individual wellbeing as well as build organisational resilience.

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The power of the reset: setting your intentions for a successful year ahead

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The power of the reset: setting your intentions for a successful year ahead

There’s definitely something magical about the dawn of a new year. It’s a time when we can wipe the slate clean and start again. We can build on a blank canvas and believe that anything is possible. Our New Year mindset is unstoppable and invaluable. 

In reality, New Year is a manmade date and occasion. However, it is a special and important time of year that signifies new beginnings, excitement and motivation. The trick is to maintain the same outlook at the start of each day, not just the start of each year.

So, how do we nail this intentional mindset?

This week, we welcome guest writer and Calmer partner Abigail Ireland to share her three tips on how to start the year effectively.

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How to navigate conflict at work

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How to navigate conflict at work

We’ve all been there — sitting across from a coworker or boss, whether in person or virtually, feeling that knot in our stomachs as we gear up for a difficult conversation. Whether it’s confronting a colleague who keeps dropping the ball on shared projects or discussing a well-deserved pay raise with a difficult manager, tough talks at work can be daunting and scary.

But here's the reality: you can’t avoid conflict at work forever. The good news? With the right strategies, you can handle these difficult conversations in a way that leads to resolution rather than escalating into further conflict.

This week, we welcome Pinky Ghadiali to share her perspective on ways to resolve different types of conflict at work, empowering you to lean into tough talks with confidence.

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Fertility Awareness in the workplace: how employers can make all the difference

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Fertility Awareness in the workplace: how employers can make all the difference

This National Fertility Awareness Week, we welcome Anita Guru, Business Development Manager at Fertility Network UK, to share the importance of raising awareness of fertility in the workplace, why a fertility policy is essential for employers to have in place, and why nurturing a supportive work environment for people going through fertility challenges is key to reducing stress and mental health issues.