🧠Employee well-being and mental health are sensitive subjects that often linger in the shadows of workplace conversations.
đź“ŤWhile we're bombarded with information on mental health, it's imperative that we go beyond the surface and address these issues in real-time, customized to the unique demands of each workplace.
📍Just as no two adventures are alike, neither are the challenges faced by organizations – some require high-skill discretion, others thrive in fast-paced environments, while some navigate high-risk terrains.
🧠The key is to tailor strategies to meet these specific needs, recognizing that mental health is an exhilarating journey deserving of an informal, engaging dialogue that reflects its vibrant and diverse nature.
*Note: Our presentation adopts an informal tone deliberately, as we celebrate mental health as an enlightening journey of awareness, far from being a dreary subject.*
2. INTRODUCTION
EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING AND
MENTAL HEALTH
Employee well-being and mental health have become central
concerns in today's workplace. With a growing understanding of
their impact on productivity, job satisfaction, and overall
organizational success, companies are increasingly recognizing the
importance of creating a supportive and mentally healthy work
environment.
3. MEANING
EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING REFERS TO THE PHYSICAL, MENTAL,
EMOTIONAL, AND SOCIAL HEALTH AND HAPPINESS OF
INDIVIDUALS WITHIN THE WORKPLACE, ENCOMPASSING THEIR
OVERALL QUALITY OF LIFE AND SATISFACTION IN A
PROFESSIONAL CONTEXT.
EMPLOYEE MENTAL HEALTH REFERS TO THE EMOTIONAL AND
PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF INDIVIDUALS IN THE WORKPLACE,
ENCOMPASSING THEIR ABILITY TO MANAGE STRESS, COPE WITH
CHALLENGES, AND MAINTAIN A POSITIVE MENTAL STATE WHILE
PERFORMING THEIR JOB..
NOTE: MENTAL HEALTH IS A SUBSET OF WELL-BEING,
4. FACTORS INFLUENCING
EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING AND
MENTAL HEALTH
WORKLOAD
AND STRESS
JOB SECURITY
WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Employee well-being and mental health:
Communication + Leadership + Flexibility + Resources + Feedback
= Sustainable Workplace Wellness."
WORKPLACE
CULTURE AND
SOCIAL SUPPORT
EXTERNAL FACTORS,
SUCH AS PERSONAL
LIFE AND SOCIETAL
INFLUENCES.
5. 1
3
Tracking absenteeism
and turnover rates.
2
Surveys and feedback mechanisms.
Employee Assistance
Programs (EAPs)
MEASURING EMPLOYEE
WELL-BEING AND MENTAL HEALTH
6. SOCIAL SUPPORT NETWORKS.
ENCOURAGING A HEALTHY WORK-LIFE
BALANCE
FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENTS
PHYSICAL HEALTH INITIATIVES
WELLNESS PROGRAMS
STRESS MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES
STRATEGIES FOR PROMOTING
EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
7. REAL-LIFE EXAMPLES OF
ORGANIZATIONS
Unilever has a "Well-being at
Unilever" program that includes
mental health support. They offer
mental health first aid training to
employees and prioritize work-life
balance through flexible work
arrangements and family support
programs.
GE emphasizes physical and
mental health through its
"HealthAhead" program. The
company provides mental health
support, resources for stress
management, and encourages
employees to maintain a healthy
work-life balance.
Salesforce prioritizes employee
well-being through its "Ohana"
culture, emphasizing family and
inclusivity. The company offers
mindfulness and meditation
programs, stress reduction
initiatives, and mental health
days off.
IT'S ESSENTIAL TO TAILOR SUCH INITIATIVES TO THE UNIQUE
NEEDS AND CULTURE OF YOUR ORGANIZATION
UNILEVER GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE) SALESFORCE
8. Investing in employee well-being and mental health is a testament to an organization's
commitment to its people's growth, fulfillment, and overall quality of life.
In this era of ever-evolving workplaces, a deep understanding of the profound impact of
mental health on productivity, creativity, and innovation is paramount.
It's an acknowledgment that the mental well-being of employees isn't a peripheral concern
but a core asset, and when prioritized, it becomes the cornerstone of a harmonious,
resilient, and forward-looking workplace.
CONCLUSION
AN ORGANIZATION MUST NEVER HAVE AN ENVIRONMENT OF
“FIGHT OR FLIGHT”
IT MUST BE A PLEDGE TO PROVIDE THE TOOLS AND SUPPORT NEEDED TO WEATHER THE
STORMS OF STRESS AND ANXIETY, AND TO NURTURE A CULTURE WHERE
INDIVIDUALS ARE NOT MERELY SURVIVING BUT GENUINELY THRIVING.