The Often Overlooked but Critical Role of Demographics in Addressing Workplace Wellbeing Challenges
Workplace wellbeing has become a significant focus for organizations aiming to enhance engagement, reduce absenteeism & voluntary turnover, and improve productivity & innovation amongst other things. In short, good health and wellbeing is good for business It is now abundantly clear (but always, IMHO, obvious) that understanding and addressing wellbeing challenges in the workplace, requires […]
How to tell if your wellbeing strategy has been designed for convenience or for driving tangible impact…
Workplace wellbeing is too often treated as a corporate arms-race rather than an intentional strategy with clear objectives. This is one reason why we frequently see a lot of investment, but not a great deal of return, and as a result we experience frustration and low engagement amongst employees and leaders. The concept of convenience […]
Why a ‘people-over-profit’ business strategy may not be the key to a high-wellbeing workforce
The most successful companies are, and will continue to be, those that skillfully balance the needs of their people with the pursuit of profit. This delicate equilibrium is essential for fostering an environment where both employees and the business can thrive. While the right amount of stress and pressure can enhance wellbeing and performance, an […]
What is ambition and how what role to it play in success and thriving?
In a recent statement, Nicolai Tangen, the Norwegian CEO of Norges Bank Investment Management, remarked on his percenptions on the difference in ambition levels between Europeans and Americans, suggesting that; “Americans just work harder.” It sounded more like the product of ‘group think’ rather than a well-considered hypothesis, but it garnered a lot of attention, […]
Why happiness is fast becoming the mission of the most progressive businesses
Dubai’s Happiness Agenda prioritises happinessas a primary objective of it’s ongoing smart transformation. Supported by a multidisciplinary partnership network and influential thought leaders, we are helping to create a cultural shift to happiness for the city. It’s no accident that the Government of Dubai has acknowledged Happiness as a strategic imperative for Dubai’s ongoing success […]
The heavy cost of a ‘Boy Who Cried Wolf’ culture in the workplace
A peculiar incident that took place a few weeks ago in which a friend found a unitentified and potentially dangerous object buried in their garden. The discovery triggered a chain of events that spiraled into a frenzy of false urgency and unnecessary disruption. Police cars blocked the street, neigbours were evacuated, and the bomb squad […]
Leading Through Burnout: Strategies for Ambitious Business Leaders and Their Organisations
In the relentless pursuit of success, ambitious business leaders often find themselves walking a tightrope between achievement and exhaustion. I know, because until recently, I walked this tightrope myself, with unpleasant consequences which I discussed in a previous WiseTalk article. The drive to excel, coupled with the demands of leadership, can lead to burnout. This […]
Navigating the Expatriate Experience: A Guide for Employees and Employers
Since moving to a new country for the 2nd time in my life, I’ve been reflecting on the unique challenges and opportunities the expatriate life brings. Having left the UK in the summer of 2012, I have never had a desire to go back. I did however, have the curiosity to try expat life elsewhere. […]
Beyond the Paycheck: Rethinking Career Priorities for Lasting Happiness and Health
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of prioritizing career success above all else. The pursuit of higher earnings, climbing the corporate ladder, and achieving professional milestones often takes precedence, leaving little room for other aspects of life. But as we strive tirelessly for career […]
The end of year burnout risk, it’s costs to the following Q1, and how to avoid both
I’m the Workplace Wellbeing Strategist who burnt herself out in 2023. I’ve only myself to blame because I work for myself and frankly, given my knowledge and expertise, I should have known better. Fortunately, I was able to spot the signs relatively early and avoid a full-blown catastophe, but I confess, I got pretty close. […]