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The most important facts in a nutshell: ❇ Brokerage income in the first nine months amounted to EUR 298.1 million, an increase of 14.6% compared to the previous year. ❇ Growth in all three operating segments ❇ Number of clients and financial advisors served at a new high ❇ EBIT increases by 21.9% to EUR 13.9 million ❇ Group net income after the share of other shareholders, as well as earnings per share, increased significantly by 45.8% Read more in today’s press release ➡ https://lnkd.in/eMB6WnSV #myovb   📸 Credits: OVB Holding AG

🕒 Long hours: How to work smarter 🕒   Feeling overwhelmed by long hours? You’re not alone. A recent Eurostat survey found that workweeks across Europe vary widely, with some countries enjoying more balance. The working weeks ranged from an average 39.8 hours in Greece to just 32.2 hours in the Netherlands.   But should we really be working more, or do we want to work smarter? Long hours can lead to burnout, so managing your time to get everything done without spending your whole day at the office should be the goal. Here are five small ways to optimise your time:   📅 Set strict work hours: Create a schedule and stick to it. Defining a clear end to your day and enjoying downtime guilt-free will help prevent burnout.   📝 Break tasks into smaller steps: Tackle large projects by dividing them into smaller, manageable tasks.   🎯 Focus on priorities: Identify your most important tasks and focus on those first. This can help you achieve more while your energy is high.   🏃 Take regular movement breaks: Get up, stretch, or take a quick walk. These breaks can reduce fatigue and keep you energised throughout the day.   🚫 Limit multitasking: Doing one task at a time is usually more efficient. Multitasking can lead to mistakes and reduced productivity.   What’s your strategy for finding balance? Let us know! 👇   Source: Eurostat, “How many hours per week do Europeans work?”, May 2024.   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #mentalhealthatwork #selfdevelopment #benefits #productivity #creativity #myovb

🎃 Face your career fears head-on this Halloween 🎃   Spooky things are everywhere around Halloween, but the biggest fears often come from inside our own heads. Watch out for these nasty monsters:   👾 Fear of failure: Remember, failure is often the best teacher. 👾 Fear of change: Embrace it—it’s essential for growth and innovation. 👾 Fear of feedback: Constructive feedback helps you improve and sharpen your skills.   What is your biggest work-related fear? And how do you fight it?   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

🌍 From festivals to city trips: Why experiences matter for your personal growth 🌍   While the main vacation season is over, fall festivals and Christmas markets are just around the corner. So why not use this time to focus on experiences and memories over material possessions.   Recent Eurostat data shows that Europeans are taking more short trips, often within their own countries. There seems to be a growing interest in cultural events, city visits, and local festivals, which offer more than just a break—they can fuel personal and professional growth.   Here’s some ideas on how you can use travel to your benefit:   🎨 Boost creativity: Visiting new places, seeing new things or attending events can spark fresh ideas and perspectives. 👥 Build meaningful connections: From visiting old friends to making new ones – spending time in other cities helps you grow your social network. 🧠 Enhance problem-solving skills: Encountering new situations teaches you to think on your feet and improve flexibility. 💬 Deepen cultural awareness: Engaging in different local and international traditions broadens your worldview and enhances empathy. 🌱 Grow as a person: Each experience shapes you, making you more well-rounded and resilient.   So this season, make the most of festivals, markets, and new city adventures. How do you prioritise experiences in your life? Let us know! 👇   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

🚨 Still a taboo? The cost of working through period pain 🚨   Women make up around half the workforce, but period pain remains a stigmatised topic in most places. Many women continue working through severe symptoms, leading to reduced performance or even burnout symptoms. So, what can you and your workplace do to make a change?   💡 Raise awareness: Educate yourself and others on how hormonal fluctuations impact performance and integrate this understanding into work policies. 💬 Encourage openness: Break the stigma! Have open conversations about menstruation, creating a space where employees feel comfortable discussing their needs. 🏠 Use flexible working conditions: Flexible schedules or remote work options allow employees to manage their symptoms without compromising their productivity.   Most importantly: Recognise that we are all humans. Nobody is always at 100%, and that’s okay. By acknowledging natural cycles, companies can not only improve well-being but also boost overall performance. 🔗 For more insights, visit our blog: https://lnkd.in/eTGDjziM   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

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🤒 Going to work sick? Don't let presenteeism win! 🤒   With the start of the fall season, colds, the flu, and other seasonal infections are once again becoming more common. Just like every year, many people ask themselves: when am I too sick to go to work?   Maybe you do not want to let coworkers down, or maybe your workplace pressures you to make tight deadlines: the fact is, a high number of workers will come to the office when they should take time to recover. This phenomenon, called presenteeism, can have several negative effects for you and your team:   🤧 Lower productivity: Working sick affects both the quantity and quality of work. Sick employees are not only slower, but also make more mistakes. 🦠 Risk of infection: Ill workers who still come into the office can infect others. This causes the whole team's productivity to decline. ❤️ Long-term health consequences: If employees work while they are sick, their health can get worse over time. They don't get the rest they need to recover.   So, what should you do?   🛑 Know your limits: If you don’t want to miss a whole day, work from home to rest your body, while still getting things done. 🛑 Listen to your body: Value your health. When you cannot work, do not force anything. Learn to say no. 🛑 Focus on recovery: It’s better to take a short time off and fully recover than to drag yourself to work and barely function for a long time.   Do you see yourself in this behaviour? Read our latest blog post for more info on the topic 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eTGDjziM   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

Remember: Some barriers are just in your mind. Dream big, commit fully, and watch your success grow.   📸 Credits: Pexels / Bestcaption_mph #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

💪 3 ideas to build a stronger you – and a stronger career 💪   While it may sound like a boring buzzword at first, resilience can be your secret weapon when facing life’s challenges and coming out stronger. Whether it’s dealing with stress at work or personal setbacks, knowing how to keep your cool gives you the power to stay focused, adaptable, and motivated.   That’s why at OVB, we are invited to take part in ongoing workshops with practical tips to help us build resilience both personally and professionally.   🧠 Boost mental health: Resilient people can handle stress better, leading to improved mental and physical health. This means fewer sick days and a lower risk of burnout, but also more fun at work in general. 🌀 Learn to deal with change: Resilience helps you stay cool, adapt quickly, and keep your work on point. Things around us change constantly, so being able to stay grounded keeps you from spiralling. 🤝 Stronger teamwork & connections: Being resilient helps build better relationships, both at work and in your personal life. Learning not to overreact and to handle conflict fairly makes people trust you more.   But how do you get stronger? For starters, follow these tips: 💡 Remember self-care: Take time for activities that recharge you, whether it's exercise, reading, or meditation. 💡 Reframe challenges: Try to see setbacks as learning opportunities. This mindset can help you bounce back faster. 💡 Stay connected: Build a strong support network. Talking to friends, family, or colleagues can help relieve stress.   Interested in more on this topic? Stay tuned for our next posts or check out our latest blog 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eTGDjziM   What are your strategies to keep your cool? Let us know! #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb

🌟 What a success! 🌟   On the weekend, we reached the goal of our “OVB Charity Run & Hike Challenge 2024”. Our 11 teams from OVB Holding and OVB Vermögensberatung AG have been able to collect over 42,000 active minutes so far, which means the donation of 10,000 euros for our partner Off Road Kids Stiftung is secured! Thank you to everyone who participated! You are great! 🤩   This does not mean we should lose our sporting spirit though, as the challenge continues until October 9. What do you think: How many minutes will we add? Write it down in the comments.   #mindsetchange #modernworkplace #myovb #offroadkids #ovbcharityrun2024