Whether at home or at work, it is advised to always have a first aid kit at hand for those times when we cut our fingers, scratch our knees, or have a terrible headache. We find it normal and necessary to be able to attend to someone who’s just hurt themselves with the basic tools: bandaid,… Continue reading Mental health first aid—equipping your tech team to support each other
“Nuclear threats increasing: Global security more fragile than ever.”“Scientists warn: Climate change nearing the point of no return.”“Thousands dead in earthquake – families in mourning.” How did you feel when you read those lines? Did anxiety, tension, or hopelessness arise? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s world, crisis news—wars, natural disasters, economic crashes, pandemics, and violent… Continue reading Another negative headline: how news affects our mental health
Mental health and well-being challenges affect everyone in the workplace. However, there are groups that are more prone to stress, anxiety or burnout. From gender to age to race, minorities often find themselves “forgotten” or relegated to the bottom of the priority list. While things are evolving and more inclusive solutions are implemented by companies and… Continue reading The power of employee resource groups in promoting mental well-being
Many of us are (unfortunately) familiar with the terms stressful meetings, triggering stressors, and work stress. While we cannot generalize to all tech employees, the fast-paced environments they evolve in, tight deadlines, multitasking, and high industry expectations contribute to high-stress levels for certain positions. Introducing mindfulness practices to your team can be a simple and efficient… Continue reading From stress to success: Mindfulness techniques for tech Employees
Today’s workplace is diverse and dynamic, bringing together employees from different generations. Baby Boomers (1946–1964), Generation X (1965–1980), Millennials (1981–1996), and Generation Z (1997–2012) each bring unique perspectives, experiences, and expectations about work. While this diversity can be a company’s strength, it can also lead to misunderstandings—especially when leadership and employees come from different generations. Gen-Zs… Continue reading Millenials vs Gen Z: Are workplace tensions inevitable?
In today’s fast-paced and achievement-driven society, success often seems like the ultimate goal we must strive for at all costs. Ambition, determination, and hard work are values many of us admire, but we rarely stop to ask ourselves: what is the price we pay for success? Fatigue, anxiety, sleep problems, and constantly thinking about work –… Continue reading What is success, really?
“Addressing mental health at work effectively will help prepare for the future of work and a changing world”. That sentence can be found in the foreword of the 2022 Guidelines on Mental Health at Work by the World Health Organization. It was true three years ago, and it is still true today. This report links mental… Continue reading Measuring the impact of your mental health programs: a guide for HR professionals
The importance of employee satisfaction in modern workplaces We have seen this numerous times in our previous pieces and industry research: employee dissatisfaction leads to poor productivity and high turnover, which costs companies millions each year if they do not provide the right environment for their staff. This makes it clear that Employee Satisfaction is essential… Continue reading Practical tips for enhancing employee satisfaction
The tech industry is known for being stressful, with extended hours and high pressure. The Covid crisis has not helped improve an already tricky situation, and today, the entire industry pays the price of poor company culture and lack of proper mental health support. The State of Mental Health in Tech The tech industry is… Continue reading The cost of ignoring mental health in your tech company
For decades now, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) have been the cornerstone of workplace wellbeing support. EAPs are still today a popular and easy go-to solution for employers wanting to (or having to, as they are often mandated by statutory requirements as well) provide mental health and well being support and beyond (from fighting alcoholism in… Continue reading EAPs now and then
