The best way to manage absence is to ensure that employees provide as much information as possible. We need to know the level of absence, analyse the information and target strategies at a company and an individual basis. This information is captured in a return to work interview. more»
The perfect mid-morning or afternoon snack should feel like a mood-boosting treat ? for your tastebuds, and your brain. Healthy snacks needn't be hard work, here are 10 snack suggestions simple enough to enjoy during your work day. more»
Small business employers don't have a choice over whether they pay statutory sick pay. As long as an employee is eligible they are legally entitled to receive SSP. more»
Stress in the workplace can have devastating effects on mental health and productivity. Dr Mark Winwood, Director of Psychological Services for?AXA PPP healthcare, sets out his top tips for how to manage stress. more»
Reluctant to spend hundreds on gym fees every month, this young founder made her home workout-ready so unconfident clients can get motivated in private, with an optional tour of Liverpool available.? more»
New research has suggested that a single-celled parasite that infects the brain could make you more likely to take risks and succeed as an entrepreneur. more»
With new research showing the number of employees turning up to work ill has risen dramatically, Matt Liggins, director of wellbeing at Health@Work, explains to employers why sick days are, in fact, good for business. more»
As smart phones make it easier than ever to access work emails, shared drives and cloud documents outside of the nine-to-five, perhaps it's time we considered how this ultra-connected world has affected our physical and mental wellbeing. more»
To help employers create a pollen-free workplace that protects staff from hay fever throughout the summer, Dr Daniel Fenton, medical director of London Doctors Clinic, offers up seven actionable strategies. more»
Staff rarely feel sorry for their line managers, so employees will be shocked to learn that the forgotten generation when it comes to taking active steps to protect their mental health are those in mid-ranking or senior managerial positions. more»
