before nine

On #WorldMenopauseDay, it’s important to shed light on the overlooked challenges faced by people experiencing menopausal symptoms, affecting both their personal and professional lives. A recent WeAreTheCity article highlights the fact that there are over 6.5 million menopausal women in the UK workforce, and almost 1 million menopausal women have left their jobs due to inadequate support. We know that trans and non-binary people can experience menopausal symptoms due to changes in hormones. And it's likely even harder to have discussions about this at work. All evidence that much more needs to be done to support menopause in UK workplaces. We’re encouraged by the proposed policy that would require larger companies (250+ employees) to produce yearly Menopause Action Plans. Let us know your thoughts on this important issue 👇 #perimenopause #menopause #menopauseintheworkplace #diversity #inclusion

Celebrating the underappreciated heroes of the workplace: Line Managers 🙌 It’s easy to overlook their vital role. They’re often the unsung heroes, working tirelessly to create positive and supportive work environments. The Line Manager role is a complex and challenging job. It requires a delicate balance of tasks, from managing team performance to supporting individual development of their people. Managers are also usually the first point of contact for employees, providing guidance, support and a listening ear 🌟 That’s why it’s important to reflect on how challenging this role can be and show your appreciation. Simply being thankful can go a long way! What are some of the things you're most grateful to your Line Manager for? #managers #management #peoplemanagement #managerdevelopment

What does prioritising mental health in the workplace mean to you as a an employee, a line manager, or a leader? This year's #WorldMentalHealthDay theme is focusing attention on the importance of mental health in the workplace - preventing risks to mental health, training managers to protect the mental health of their direct reports, and ensuring that employees with mental health conditions are well supported to thrive and participate at work. New research from Ciphr highlights variations in the average number of days employees feel stressed by month, depending on sectors. The top 5: ▶️Hospitality and Events Management: 15.6 days per month ▶️Recruitment and HR: 15.1 ▶️Social Care: 13.1 ▶️Teaching and Education: 12.3 ▶️Charity and Voluntary Work: 12.3 If you'd like to read more about the findings of this survey: https://loom.ly/RnCykQI Do you work in one of these sectors? If so, what could your employer do to better prioritise mental health at work. Let us know 👇 #WMHD2024 #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #workplacementalhealth

We’re thrilled to be supporting SSEN Transmission 's Health & Wellbeing Team with our MindPower™ Programme! 🤩 Our journey through life is full of good stuff. There are plenty of curveballs along the way, too. And no one is immune from the stresses and strains of life and work. So, we're really excited to be supporting Transmission's colleagues, managers and leaders as they travel through life's ups, life's downs, and everywhere in between.... Working together to create a workplace where every mind is valued, supported and empowered to be healthy and powerful 🧠 #mentalhealth #workplacementalhealth #workplacewellbeing #healthandwellbeing #wellbeingprogramme

We’re passionate about creating workplaces where people thrive. And let’s face it, motivation is one of the main fuels that drives optimal performance. But, in today’s world, it's very easy for tedious and repetitive processes, lack of feedback and inspiration to turn into disengagement at work! Not only does this impact employee wellbeing, but it can also impact your organisation’s bottom line. That’s why today, we’re sharing some key takeaways from a People Management magazine article on how leaders can create a culture that sparks motivation and keeps employees engaged: 🪇 Shake things up. Challenge norms, give employees more autonomy and encourage creativity to prevent boredom. 🥇 Recognise and reward. Listen to what motivates your people, celebrate wins and show your team they’re valued and appreciated. 🪟 Be transparent and clear. Ensure everyone knows the company’s goals and their role in achieving them. 🙌 Manage effectively. Provide support, guidance and constructive feedback. 👂 Listen and communicate. Create an open dialogue where employees feel heard and valued. 🌟 Prioritise wellbeing. Support your people’s mental and physical health through communication and role modelling positive behaviours. What else would you add to this list? Let us know 👇 #employeeengagement #motivation #autonomy #peoplemanagement #management

Our whole approach at before nine revolves around transforming organisations and their people through Positive Working 🙌 Positive Working is a strengths-based, systemic and scientific approach to people and organisational development. It integrates human and organisational strengths with business best practice to enable optimal performance – not just at any one time, but across the full range of scenarios we are likely to come up against in the business world. Would you like to explore Positive Working further? Ask yourself these 3 questions👇 #peopledevelopment #organisationaldevelopment #change #transformation #positivepsychology

Curious about what it feels like to be a before nine client? 🤔 We’ve had the privilege of working with many organisations over the past few years 🤩 So, we've asked them: How does it feel to be our client? Check out how Liam Bolger, Head of Airside Operations, at London Luton Airport describes his experience 👇 #aviation #airports #airportoperations #airside #clientfeedback

Let’s face it, work can take up a big chunk of our lives. That’s why it’s so important to prioritise our wellbeing in this environment. This week is International Week of Happiness at Work and it's been said a whopping 27% of employees experience at least one bad workday every week. That’s why there's a huge focus on sparking conversations on how we can prioritise happiness at work. In the UK this year, the Office for National Statistics has reported: ▶️ 9% of adults rated their happiness low. ▶️ 23.3% experienced high levels of anxiety. ▶️ Only 60% are satisfied with how they spend their time. ▶️ Just 70.8% are satisfied with their main job. Interested in finding out how your organisation can promote workplace happiness? You can find out more here: https://loom.ly/9mHTP34 #workplacementalhealth #workplacewellbeing #worklifebalance #happinessatwork

Did you know that World Gratitude Day has been celebrated on the 21st September - coinciding with the Autumn equinox - every year since 1963? And that it was originally intended to serve as a secular, global Thanksgiving? 🙌 What better time to explore gratitude through a Positive Psychology lens? 🤩 A systematic review and meta-analysis of 64 Randomised Clinical Trials (RCT) published in 2023* found that: ✅ "Acts of gratitude can be used as a complement for treating anxiety and depression," ✅ "And can increase positive feelings and emotions across the general population." This shows that feeling grateful or expressing gratitude can make a big difference not only to people with poor mental health but to every single one of us.... What are you grateful for today? 🌟 *Diniz G, Korkes L, Tristão LS, Pelegrini R, Bellodi PL, Bernardo WM. The effects of gratitude interventions: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Einstein (Sao Paulo). 2023 Aug 11;21. #anxiety #depression #mentalhealth #wellbeing #worldgratitudeday

Overwhelmed by the back-to-school rush or the prospect of a hectic work schedule this Autumn?? 🤯 You’re not alone! Back in 2020, we shared 5 essential self-care tips to help people look after themselves during the challenging time of the pandemic. But the constant juggling of work and family can be exhausting, too. And it's so easy to let self-care take a back seat in the everyday. That’s why today, we’re resharing these 5 essential self-care tips to help you thrive, not just survive 🙌 Check out the 5 actionable strategies, including our favourite - STOOP 👇 #selfcare #mindfulness #habits #health #wellbeing