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Working Well Beings

Ep. 6 Nick Davison - Health and Wellbeing Strategist, Former Head of Wellbeing at John Lewis

Apr 24, 2023
Nick Davison, a Health and Wellbeing Strategist and former Head of Wellbeing at John Lewis, dives into the evolution of workplace wellness. He discusses transforming occupational health into holistic wellbeing strategies. Nick highlights the significance of strong workplace relationships and the critical role of wellbeing leadership in enhancing performance. He shares insights on mentorship, the importance of self-care, and the changing landscape of mental health in organizations since the 1980s, emphasizing genuine support over superficial initiatives.
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  • Nick Davison emphasizes that effective employee wellbeing strategies must integrate various dimensions, including social, emotional, and financial aspects, to enhance overall resilience.
  • He advocates for a tailored and proactive approach to wellbeing, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence and community engagement in fostering a supportive workplace culture.

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Nick Davison's Journey into Wellbeing Leadership

Nick Davison's career journey began in occupational health at Aviva, where he was involved in acquiring an occupational health business, which sparked his interest in wellbeing. His transition to John Lewis in 2011 allowed him to integrate health services while expanding his focus on social, emotional, and financial wellbeing. During his time there, he redesigned the health services to create a more proactive approach, addressing the needs of 80,000 employees across 400 sites. The importance of consistent and centralized wellbeing strategies became clear, leading to the development of remote management for services like physiotherapy and mental health support.

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