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SuperWellness Pulse October 2024 Edition
How can you achieve both quick wins to secure buy-in and a long-term, sustainable shift in workplace culture? A successful wellbeing strategy delivers for everyone, from senior leaders to line managers and employees across diverse roles, whether desk-based or in hard-to-reach environments.
How to raise the profile of workplace wellbeing? Three key insights from my marketing days
Workplace wellbeing leads often face the challenge of how to get their message across, influence the right people and gain support for their wellbeing vision. Angela shares 3 key insights from her marketing days.
SuperWellness Pulse August 2024 Edition
Dive into a wealth of expert insights, trending wellness topics, and actionable strategies, supporting you in your role as a workplace wellbeing lead.
Who looks after the wellbeing of wellbeing leads?
There’s a supreme irony in the fact that the role of wellbeing lead often comes with its own set of challenges. This post explores some of the reasons and the implications for wellbeing leads and the organisations they work for.
How to make a business case for employee wellbeing
7 practical steps to make a business case and gain buy-in to your wellbeing strategy
Winning friends and influencing people as a wellbeing lead
An important role of wellbeing leads is gaining support and overcoming resistance from colleagues, managers and senior leaders.
The trailblazing qualities of wellbeing leads
Driving change in workplace wellbeing requires a trailblazing mindset, which must be cultivated and celebrated for progress to happen.
SuperWellness Pulse April 2024 Edition
Introducing our very first wellbeing newsletter! Dive into a wealth of expert insights, trending wellness topics, and actionable strategies for a healthier, happier you.
What does it take for workplace wellbeing to ‘work’?
Every organisation is different and you’ll have your own set of challenges, employee expectations, work environment, goals and values… There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to wellbeing, no textbook providing exact steps to follow.
Client Success Story: Forth Valley College
Meet Susanne & Karina, our lovely clients and wellbeing champions from Forth Valley College in Scotland
In search of wellbeing authenticity
Wellbeing authenticity has been a growing area of research in recent years. The term is used to describe how aligned organisations’ stated values are with their actual commitment and actions (Gouldner, 1960).
Client Success Story: Loughborough University
Discover the inspiring success story of Occupational Health and Wellbeing Manager from Loughborough University Sarah Van Zoelen with SuperWellness.
3 key barriers to change wellbeing leads face
Overall, the common thread across these three types of barrier is passive resistance – inertia if you like. No one is actively looking to block wellbeing progress but the reality is more that change takes time and a lot of work behind the scenes.
Client Success Story: Hitachi Rail
Discover the inspiring success story of Social Value & Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Manager Eleanor Wase from Hitachi Rail as a Wellbeing Champion.
Shining a much-needed spotlight on workplace wellbeing leads
What’s it like being a wellbeing lead for an organisation? What are the challenges and the rewarding aspects of the role? What does it take to build a career as a workplace wellbeing lead? What skills are important and what characteristics do wellbeing leads have in common, if any?
Embracing Neurodiversity and Fostering Inclusion in the Workplace
Explore the transformative impact of genuine conversations about mental health in the workplace. Join Jess, our Psychology Program Manager at SuperWellness, as she shares a personal journey highlighting the importance of Time to Talk Day.
Time to Talk Day
Explore the transformative impact of genuine conversations about mental health in the workplace. Join Jess, our Psychology Program Manager at SuperWellness, as she shares a personal journey highlighting the importance of Time to Talk Day.
Menopause in the Workplace: How to Create an Effective Strategy
Explore the vital aspects of creating an effective Menopause-Friendly Workplace Strategy in the ever-evolving landscape of work.
Top Tips for Boosting and Sustaining Motivation
Do you often wonder where your motivation went to? It’s a common struggle, but we’re here to tell you that turning those “ugh” moments into “let’s do this” is within reach.
How to Create a Menopause-Friendly Workplace
Discover the significance of creating a menopause-friendly workplace, including recognising symptoms and fostering employee wellbeing. Explore key facts about menopause’s impact on women’s lives and how organisations can support their employees during this transitional phase.
Going Sober for October?
Explore the benefits, tips, and insights on participating in Sober October in the workplace. Discover improved health, enhanced focus, and deeper social connections.
Health in a Hurry
Finding time to prioritise your health can often feel like an uphill battle. But with a bit of planning and some smart choices, it can be an achievable goal. Practical tips such as preparing meals in advance and stocking up on healthy snacks can really help. Keeping yourself hydrated and adding some movement into your day can also help make all of the difference in enhancing your productivity.
Managing Blood Pressure in the Workplace
High blood pressure, if left unaddressed, can silently undermine employee health. Our blog delves into the profound implications of blood pressure management within the workplace, unveiling a roadmap for businesses to foster healthier, more engaged employees.
The Power of Self-Care
Self-care is not a luxury; it’s a necessity. Taking care of our physical health through exercise, sleep, and nutrition boosts productivity and focus. Mindfulness techniques and emotional well-being activities manage stress and enhance satisfaction. Setting boundaries communicates self-worth and prevents burnout. Cultivating supportive relationships creates a sense of belonging and a strong support system. Engaging in personal and professional growth through reflection and new challenges unlocks our full potential.
Removing the Mask: Understanding the Impostor Phenomenon
The Wellbeing Write-Up
Strategic commentary from SuperWellness: Issue Two
Understanding the Impostor Syndrome and its impact on mental health and workplace productivity. Learn how to identify and overcome impostor phenomenon with practical tips and strategies.
How Psychological Capital Can Help Your Business
The Wellbeing Write-Up
Strategic commentary from SuperWellness: Issue One
Discover the untapped potential of Psychological Capital with SuperWellness for your business success. Learn how harnessing psychological resources such as hope, efficacy, resilience, and optimism can enhance employee wellbeing, boost productivity, and drive organizational performance.
Empowering Men to Prioritise Their Wellbeing
Supporting men’s health in the workplace goes beyond physical well-being; it encompasses mental, emotional, and social aspects. By fostering an environment that prioritises men’s health, organisations can enhance employee well-being, productivity, and overall job satisfaction. In this blog, we will explore effective strategies and initiatives that can be implemented to support men’s health in the workplace.
Mental Health in the Workplace – Breaking the Stigma and Providing Support
Mental health can impact employees’ well-being and productivity. A supportive workplace offers open communication, promotes work-life balance, implements mental health resources, fosters a supportive community, and provides training for managers and leaders. By prioritising mental health and creating a supportive environment, organisations can help employees thrive both personally and professionally.
Step Up Your Productivity
Incorporating walking into the workday can have several benefits on productivity and overall well-being. By increasing energy and alertness, reducing stress and anxiety, improving physical health, enhancing creativity, improving collaboration and communication, and improving time management, walking can help employees stay focused and productive throughout the workday. Encouraging employees to take regular breaks and engage in physical activity not only benefits the employees, but it can also benefit the company as a whole.
Creating a Supportive Workplace for Employees with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects an estimated 1 in 10 people, so it’s important that employers are supporting their employees in the workplace.
5 key strategies to reduce stress in the workplace
Reducing stress in the workplace requires a multi-faceted approach. Employers need to create a supportive work environment, offer training programs on stress management and resilience, provide access to mental health resources and support services, offer flexible working arrangements, and promote a healthy work environment. By implementing these strategies, workplaces can help to reduce workplace stress, and improve employee’s mental and physical health.
Endometriosis in the workplace
Endometriosis affects at least 10% of women or people assigned female at birth of reproductive age. So the chances are you have people struggling in your workplace. This article looks at ways employers can support their employees, to ensure they stay positive and motivated
International Women’s Day
In the UK, 54.7% of the workplace is made up of women. So this International Women’s Day we are looking at how women can be empowered in the workplace.
5 top tips for staying well when working from home
As more and more people have started to work from home, or working in hybrid roles, there has been a significant shift in our daily routines. While working from home offers a lot of flexibility, it can also lead to unhealthy habits, such as a lack of physical activity...
Raynaud’s syndrome
With an estimated 10 million people struggling with Raynaud’s, the chances are there will be employees in your workplace struggling this winter. In this article, we look at the top 7 ways workplaces can support them.
International Men’s Day
A growing number of employers have become acutely aware of the vital need to support men’s health and wellness in the workplace in recent years. In this article we explore a few ideas on what can you do as an employer to support men in the most effective way.
Leadership: what does it have to do with workplace wellbeing?
Recent findings have highlighted the key role of leadership for workplace wellbeing. We explore modern leadership theories and their implications for organisational wellbeing.
Interview: Amanda Studholme, Futamura
An interview with Amanda (Mandy) Studholme, the Health, Safety and Environmental Manager at Futamura, about building engagement for employees on both the manufacturing and office side.
Interview: Martin Cockroft, Futamura
We interviewed Martin Cockroft about his role of wellbeing champion and the impact of the SuperChamps programme at Futamura.
Wellbeing Programmes: Six Key Success Factors
What defines a successful workplace wellbeing programme? Most people will agree that really, it’s all about creating tangible benefits for employees as well as the company.
Case Study: SuperWellness Challenge
Lucille Bleekers interviewed Niki Portman from GPE regarding his experience of the SuperWellness Challenge Programme and how it helped him get his mojo back.
FREE Health and Wellbeing Calendar
Planning your health and wellbeing strategy for the coming months? Our health and wellbeing calendar is the perfect tool to get you started.
OCS UK wellbeing programme receives 97% rating from participants
OCS UK, part of OCS Group – an international facilities management company, is reporting positive feedback on a wellbeing programme for its staff across the UK.
Case Study: 6-Week Metabolic Kick-Start Programme
Lucille Bleekers interviews Jasmyn Small about her experience of the 6-week metabolic kick-start programme run by SuperWellness for the team at Real Estate Management (REM).
Even when all around you is changing, don’t forget to eat your veg!
With everyone experiencing both positive and negative impacts of returning to work we look at ideas for supporting employees.
The behaviour change model that underpins our wellbeing programmes
The SuperWellness Challenge and 6-week Kickstart programmes are underpinned by the Transtheoretical Model of Behaviour Change.
The key elements of our behaviour change programme
In this video focusing on the key elements of the SuperWellness Challenge, Lucille Bleekers and Julie Weston discuss what makes it unique and successful.
How we structure our longer-term wellbeing programmes
Our workplace wellbeing programmes specialist Lucille Bleekers talks about how we structure our longer-term wellbeing programmes.
Introducing our workplace wellbeing programmes
Watch an introduction to SuperWellness’s longer term workplace wellbeing programmes by experienced corporate nutritionist Lucille Bleekers
5 ways to build social wellbeing into your workplace wellness programme
Social wellbeing is a vital component of employee health which is often neglected. How can employers support their teams working remotely?