The UK Psych Health and Safety Podcast What next for workplace wellbeing? - with Dr Jacqui Wilmshurst
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Jan 23, 2024 The conversation dives into the importance of psychological health and safety, showcasing how it benefits both employees and organizations. It highlights the disconnect between employee expectations and executive perceptions of mental health support. A unified approach to well-being initiatives is advocated, emphasizing tailored support for individual needs. The discussion also tackles the challenges organizations face in implementing effective strategies and stresses the importance of genuine employee engagement and actionable insights for positive change.
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Psychological Health and Safety
- Psychological health and safety involves efficiently allocating resources to the right problems.
- This benefits both employees' well-being and business outcomes.
Disconnect in Well-being Efforts
- While companies invest in well-being programs, the nature of work itself remains a significant obstacle to employee well-being.
- There's a disconnect between employee priorities and what leadership perceives as improvements.
Enhancing Well-being Initiatives
- Build upon existing well-being initiatives by focusing on prevention and protection.
- Improve communication about existing resources and ensure they reach employees effectively.