Remote and hybrid working are no longer new — they're part of how many businesses now operate. While the flexibility brings clear benefits, it’s also transformed how we build relationships. For many of us, our day-to-day interactions now happen through screens, and that can take its toll. In this blog, we explore the benefits and challenges of remote work, the importance of mental fitness, and how employers can enable their people wherever they log in.
Mental health and wellbeing are now front and centre in conversations about workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership. It's encouraging to see these issues finally getting the attention they deserve. However, a growing gap is emerging between what some businesses say and what they do — a phenomenon known as wellbeing washing. Research suggests that over a third of businesses (link) may be wellbeing washing, presenting a caring image on the surface without making meaningful changes behind the scenes. Much like greenwashing in sustainability, wellbeing washing can undermine trust, stall real progress, and leave employees feeling disillusioned.
With research showing that only 36% of people demonstrate emotional intelligence, it’s clear that many find managing emotions in communication challenging. Conflict is a natural part of human interaction, but how we respond to it determines whether it creates division or fosters greater understanding
In this article, we explore the root causes of conflict, how emotional intelligence can help resolve it, and practical tips for improving communication.
HR professionals are the backbone of any organisation, balancing recruitment, employee relations, and workplace wellbeing. But with relentless demands and emotional labour, burnout is becoming a serious issue—64% of HR professionals report experiencing near-constant stress. When the people responsible for supporting others are overwhelmed themselves, it impacts not just their wellbeing but the entire organisation.
Here we explore what HR burnout is, its common causes, the warning signs to watch for, and practical ways to prevent it.
We often think of mental and physical wellbeing as separate domains. But with statistics suggesting that 30% of people with chronic physical conditions also experience psychological challenges, it's clear that they are deeply interconnected. When one suffers, the other often follows. Poor mental state can lead to physical ailments, just as physical struggles can negatively impact our psychological wellness.
Keeping on top of everything can sometimes feel overwhelming, but effective workload management is the secret to staying productive without the stress. In this blog, we’ll explore what workload management is, why it’s vital for your success and wellbeing, and share 10 actionable tips to help you regain control of your tasks.
With Mental Health UK reporting almost a quarter of UK adults feel unable to manage stress and pressure levels in their lives, it’s vital to understand some of the ways that people can be supported. Here, we explore why mental health matters and share five simple healthy habits that can support your mental wellbeing at work.
Statistics suggest that companies achieving high levels of employee engagement are 23% more profitable, so there is no doubt that engagement is integral to a successful business. But what does it look like, and how can it be improved? Here, we look at what it is, the role of business managers, and the critical part they play in engaging their employees.
With National Work Life Week coming up here are some quick tips for how to improve your work-life balance.
In today’s busy world, finding the right balance between work and life isn't just something that is nice to have. It’s essential for staying happy and healthy. With 65% of job seekers saying they prioritise work-life balance over pay and benefits, this proves how important it is and why we need to create a culture of wellness that supports people in and out of the office. Here, we delve deeper into why this balance matters for everyone and how building a wellbeing-focused environment can make a huge difference for both employees and employers.
With studies suggesting that 90% of companies see a positive return on investment (ROI) from their wellbeing initiatives, there is no denying that they are well worth investing in. But, as a business owner or decision maker, you will want to know what the true impact looks like when implementing a wellbeing strategy.
Statistics suggest that employees are twice as motivated and productive when they are resilient, concluding that good resilience is an extremely important skill set. But what does it mean? Here, we look at what resilience is, how it aligns with wellbeing, and some of the ways it can be effectively implemented in the workplace.
90% of high performers are estimated to have great Emotional Intelligence. In our latest article we discuss what EI is, how EI can impact work and ways to improve your team's Emotional intelligence.
Join our upcoming webinar to learn practical strategies to deal with overwhelm. Aimed at HR and L&D professionals, the session will help you manage your own feelings of overwhelm, as well as arm you with the knowledge to help the teams you support.
Supporting your employees to make small changes, like moving more, to their daily habits has a powerful cumulative effect over time. Whether the habits are physical, mental, behavioural or emotional our habits shape our experience, satisfaction and performance. If you’d like to help your employees form effective habits for their wellbeing, ask us about our wellbeing programmes.
Our associate team member and personal trainer, Heather Husmer shares an easy way to introduce more movement into your day, with “Snack workouts”
Yellow Tree associate and “walkshop” coach Anise Bullimore shares 5 reasons why walking is great for mental health.
You can join us for a mindful walk as part of one of our programmes, or as a standalone group event or as a 121-coaching session. And you can take part from wherever you are, you just need your phones, some headphones and somewhere to walk!
There are many studies about exercise for mental health and the role of physical activity on mental health and wellbeing. These show that exercise reduces anxiety and depression, improves cognitive function and improves sleep quality. And that’s just some of its benefits. In my work as a coach and a facilitator, I find it’s not always the lack of knowledge that is a barrier to moving more, but what many people struggle with is establishing healthy habits that stick. We may have good intentions but how do we ensure these intentions turn into regular practice?
Gemma shares 5 great tips for how we can cultivate positive emotions, practice #mindfulness, and adopt #healthy coping strategies to help mitigate the impact of stress on both mind and body.
High levels of debt, including credit card debt, student loans, and personal loans, can lead to feelings of overwhelm and anxiety. So, this Stress Awareness Month Tara Askham, our Financial Wellbeing expert share her top tips for reducing stress caused by debt.
Stress awareness for leaders. As a leader you are a role model, your people will be looking at you for cues on how to behave under pressure. You set the standards of what is expected and accepted. So, if you want your teams to be able to perform well under pressure, to be productive and healthy you have to show them how it is done!
Access our free 6-week mindfulness challenge to help you manage pressure, prevent stress and build mindfulness. And find out why our founder, Fiona, will also be taking on the challenge!