Mental health

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Rewriting the leadership playbook: Why burnout is a system failure

Mia Serra 29 October 2025

Burnout isn’t a flaw in individuals; it’s a warning light for broken systems. Mia Serra and Claudie Plen-McCormack argue that leadership and culture must evolve to prioritise inclusion, psychological safety […]...

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Talk saves lives – why suicide needs to be part of your wellbeing strategy

Joseph Conway 10 September 2025

Suicide remains a taboo topic in many workplaces, yet managers are often the first line of support. Joseph Conway shares why it’s vital we break the silence, and how organisations […]...

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The future of work is pressure-smart, not pressure-free

Kimberley Rowbottom 30 July 2025

Pressure at work is not the enemy, but burnout is. Kimberley Rowbottom explores why businesses need to rethink outdated stress strategies and build smarter pressure management through learning. It’s time […]...

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Change For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Managing teams Mental health Opinion Psychology

Beyond push-back: 5 modern truths about change resistance

Simon Phillips 19 June 2025

Change at work feels harder than ever. But there’s more going on than people simply digging in their heels. Simon Phillips unpacks what’s really behind the push-back, from stress and […]...

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Communication Emotional intelligence Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Health and social care Managing teams Mental health Reflective practice Wellbeing

How to turn conversations about stress into meaningful interventions in the workplace

Joseph Conway 5 June 2025

Stress is everywhere, particularly in today’s working environment. And when someone finally speaks up, what a manager says next can change everything. Joseph Conway explains why giving managers the tools […]...

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ADHD isn’t the problem—being misunderstood is

Steve Ollington 27 March 2025

🧠✨ Steve Ollington explores how misunderstanding shapes the lives of people with ADHD—from school to retirement. 🚀 Despite their strengths, many face barriers at work, in relationships, and beyond. The […]...

6 Minutes

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Empowering employees: What to expect from the people profession in 2025

Training Journal 6 February 2025

From digital tools to workplace wellbeing, experts predict key trends shaping the Human Resources industry The HR industry saw a range of different trends throughout 2024, from stalling salaries to […]...

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From burnout to brilliance: How L&D drives employee engagement and retention

DrJill Stefaniak 24 January 2025

L&D must factor employee desires into learning programmes to maximise effectiveness, argues Dr Jill Stefaniak Employee burnout is a pervasive issue that affects organisations and individuals alike. According to recent […]...

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From banter to balance: Shifting the narrative on men’s wellbeing

David Hayden 22 January 2025

Men’s issues are society’s issues. It’s time to talk, act, and to change the narrative – David Hayden reflects on International Men’s Day Having read the articles about the International […]...

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Coaching & mentoring Emotional intelligence Features For experienced L&D professionals For freelancers, consultants & small businesses For HR For L&D managers For new to L&D For people managers For senior L&D Mental health Neuroscience Psychology Reflective practice Wellbeing

A week in the life of: A trainee psychotherapist

Anita Guru 13 December 2024

Balancing work, studies and a placement isn’t easy, but Anita Guru is relishing the challenge Rewind to 2020 at the start of the pandemic: I could foresee significant challenges for mental health. […]...