Workplace Wellbeing Insights

Practical thinking on wellbeing at work

Evidence-based articles on mental health, stress management, leadership, and building a healthier workplace culture.

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Mental Health
Leadership
Stress & Burnout
Remote Working
Strategy
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Case Studies
The EQ business case: the leadership skill you're not developing
Leadership 15 June 2026

The EQ business case: the leadership skill you’re not developing

Emotional intelligence is one of the few capabilities that predicts leadership performance over and above IQ and personality. What the peer-reviewed evidence really says about EQ at the senior level — and how to make the case for investment internally.

Why neurodiversity support drifts — and how to run a mid-year review
Neurodiversity 8 June 2026

Why neurodiversity support drifts — and how to run a mid-year review

Adjustments agreed in January rarely survive the year intact. A guide for HR managers on the three drift patterns that erode neurodiversity support, and the mid-year audit that catches them.

Burnout warning signs: what managers need to recognise before it's too late
Stress & Burnout 1 June 2026

Burnout warning signs: what managers need to recognise before it’s too late

29.6 million working days were lost to work-related stress in the UK last year. Most had warning signs that went unnoticed. A practical guide for managers on recognising the pattern early — before it reaches crisis point.

The SBI framework: a simple structure for difficult conversations at work
Leadership 25 May 2026

The SBI framework: a simple structure for difficult conversations at work

Most managers can name at least one conversation they have been putting off. The SBI (Situation, Behaviour, Impact) framework gives managers a clear, fair structure to have those conversations confidently — and early.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: how to turn awareness into action
Mental Health 11 May 2026

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: how to turn awareness into action

MHAW 2026 theme is Action. Here’s what that means for UK employers, why Mental Health First Aid is the concrete next step, and how to build on the week beyond the week itself.

Why your wellbeing policy isn't reaching your employees
Strategy 18 May 2026

Why your wellbeing policy isn’t reaching your employees

Most UK organisations have a wellbeing policy. Most employees say it makes little difference to their day-to-day experience. The gap between policy and practice is a manager capability problem.

Reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent employees
Neurodiversity 4 May 2026

Reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent employees: what actually works

One in five employees identifies as neurodivergent. A practical guide to the reasonable adjustments HR managers and line managers can make this week, no specialist tools required.

Local Pensions Partnership Administration
Case Study 2 July 2025

Case Study: Local Pensions Partnership Administration

How LPPA partnered with Workplace Mindfulness to streamline their employee wellbeing strategy — replacing multiple providers with bespoke programmes in menopause awareness, neurodiversity, and manager training.

How to Develop an Effective Workplace Wellbeing Strategy
Strategy 31 Mar 2025

How to Develop an Effective Workplace Wellbeing Strategy

A step-by-step framework covering the five core pillars of employee wellbeing — physical, mental, social, and financial — and how to implement them organisation-wide.

The Role of Leadership in Supporting Workplace Mental Health
Leadership 17 Mar 2025

The Role of Leadership in Supporting Workplace Mental Health

When leaders prioritise employee wellbeing, organisations see a £4.70 return for every £1 invested. Here’s what great mental health leadership looks like in practice.

Why Every Business Needs a Mental Wellbeing Platform
Mental Health 20 Feb 2025

Why Every Business Needs a Mental Wellbeing Platform for Employees

Employees who feel supported in their mental wellbeing are more productive, engaged, and less likely to leave. The case for a structured wellbeing platform has never been stronger.

The Business Case for Corporate Mental Wellbeing Programs
Strategy 17 Feb 2025

The Business Case for Corporate Mental Wellbeing Programs

Poor mental health costs UK employers £51 billion annually. Research shows a £5 return for every £1 spent on wellbeing programmes — here’s how to make that argument internally.

The Impact of AI on Job Stress
AI & Work 10 Feb 2025

The Impact of AI on Job Stress and How to Mitigate It

AI is transforming workplaces rapidly — and raising real concerns about job security, workload, and mental wellbeing. Practical strategies for organisations navigating the shift.

Stress Management Tips for a Healthier Workplace
Stress & Burnout 4 Feb 2025

Stress Management Tips for a Healthier Workplace

Ten practical strategies for reducing workplace stress — from regular breaks and physical activity to open communication and accessible mental health resources.

2025 Workplace Mental Health Trends
Strategy Jan 2025

The Future of Workplace Mental Wellbeing: 2025 Trends

The key trends shaping workplace mental health in 2025 — AI adoption, hybrid work realities, and evolving employee expectations. Download the full report.

Remote Working and Mental Wellbeing
Remote Working 14 Jan 2025

Remote Working and Mental Wellbeing: Challenges and Solutions

42% of UK remote workers say working from home negatively affects their mental wellbeing. HR-focused strategies for tackling isolation, burnout, and disconnection.

Partnering with Mental Wellness Organisations: A Construction Guide
Mental Health 2 Dec 2024

Partnering with Mental Wellness Organisations: A Construction Guide

The construction industry faces a disproportionate mental health burden. A practical guide to partnering with wellbeing providers to protect your workforce.

Mental Health

Enhancing Mental Wellness in the Construction Industry

Construction workers face long hours, physical demands, and high-pressure deadlines that contribute to some of the highest rates of stress and poor mental health in any sector.

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