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How to Stop Burnout Being the Next Pandemic in Your Organisation
Can you believe another Mental Health Awareness Week is upon us? I still find myself saying ‘a few weeks ago’ when what I mean is post-lockdown… which has been much more than a few weeks! 2020 seems to be flying by for some of us, whilst sadly, others are struggling. Lockdown has meant many of […]
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As Employee Happiness Tumbles How Should HR React?
Last week marked both the 6 month anniversary of lockdown starting in the UK and a change to the UK government’s advice to work from home where possible for the next 6 months. We’ve been offering our Employee Voice 24/7 service on a complimentary basis to hundreds of organisations since the commencement of the Covid-19 […]
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Wellness|Keeping in time during the pandemic
My background I’m Khalid, an athlete and Vice-Captain of the Men’s University rowing team. I’m currently studying Sports, Exercise and Medical Sciences at King’s College London… so it’s safe to say I’m an advocate for health and wellness! I’ve personally benefited from exercise and nutrition throughout my personal and professional life and think it is […]
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CSR | Hope for the Homeless Relay
Over the last month The Happiness Index team have been running, cycling, swimming and walking as many miles as possible for a very important cause. We’ve been raising money for Beam – the outstanding charity that empowers people experiencing homelessness in the U.K. They believe in the potential of everybody and the power of stable […]
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Racial Inequality in the Workplace – My 6 Key Learnings
This is the second time in recent weeks that I’ve taken part in a conversation about race in the workplace. Thank you to Kevin O’Brien for inviting me on to the panel, and to Yinka Opaneye, Edleen John and Cat Wildman for sharing their thoughts and experience in what was an emotional and powerful conversation. […]
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People, Purpose, Planet & Profit: Sustainable Business
Today I was joined by Alex Edmans, Professor of Finance, London Business School and B Corp UK advocates Jenny Kitchen, CEO Yoyo & Galahad Clark, Founder Vivobarefoot to understand why more organisations are embracing a new sustainable model that places #people, #purpose & our #planet alongside #profit. HERE’S MY KEY TAKEAWAYS Purpose is not just an optional extra or a luxury, but is fundamental to a business’s long […]
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How are Employees Feeling About a Return to the Workplace? Latest Data Trends
Boris Johnson has urged employers to bring employees back to the workplace from 1 August “If it is safe to do so”, whilst advising that any decisions on return should be carefully considered and involve listening to the views of employees. So, how are employees feeling about a return to their workplace, their current working […]
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Uncomfortable Conversations: Race, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging – 7 Key Learnings
Recent events following the death of George Floyd and the global response of the Black Lives Matter movement have highlighted just how far we are from creating a truly equal and inclusive society. In the powerful conversation between our Community Manager, Rosey and Shereen Daniels, Shereen urged us all to continue to have uncomfortable conversations […]
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Employee Sentiment Changing over Lockdown
We’ve been offering our Employee Voice 24/7 service on a complimentary basis to hundreds of organisations throughout the Covid-19 lockdown. So, what does the data show about how employees have been feeling during lockdown and how employee sentiment is changing? Employees Less Happy than ‘Normal’ We are asking employees “How are you feeling today?”. They […]
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