Avaneer Health’s Post

"🐾 Today is Take Your Cat to Work Day! 🐱✨ This special day is all about bringing a little extra joy and furry fun into our workspaces. Our feline friends are here to remind us to take breaks, stretch, and enjoy the little things. From cat naps on keyboards to playful paw-prints on paperwork, today is all about appreciating the unique bond between humans and their feline friends. 🖥️😺 #TakeYourCatToWorkDay #FelineCoworker #OfficeFun #WhiskerWisdom"

Yesterday marked a whole year at Dogs for Good! It's been an amazing year working with an incredible, dedicated team. Here's 4 things I've learnt as a disabled person in my first year of work: ❇️ Flexibility is key My wonderful manager Sarah Langford models what she preaches - it's all about finding out what works for you. As a disabled person, I've required both short- and long-term flexibility about how, when and where I work. It's been a case of trial and error to find what works for me, but I've had the full support of my team behind me throughout this process and I've become a better teammate and colleague for it. ❇️ You've got as much to give as they're giving you Lived experience is of unparalleled value, especially in an organisation which works so closely with disabled people. I've learnt not to feel bad about taking time to prioritise my health and wellbeing, and manage my disability, because I'm a more valuable employee for it. I'm able to produce better work and offer more insight if I look after myself. My opinion and insight has been sought regularly, and I genuinely feel like I'm having a positive impact on the organisation. That said, I have had some amazing experiences this year which I could only have had at Dogs for Good! Talking at Škoda Auto, visiting Buckingham Palace for a tea party with The Kennel Club and meeting the incredible Clare Balding have all been highlights for me! ❇️ You need to be your strongest advocate I remember early on at Dogs for Good, in one of my first one-to-ones with Olivia Rainford, she said to me: "tell me what you need and we'll do it." I wish every organisation was as proactive about reasonable adjustments! But I also came to realise that implementing RAs wasn't a one-time gig. It was an ongoing process of give and take, underpinned by clear communication with those around you. That's not to say I've never felt guilty about having a nap during the day, but it's a lot better to say 'I'm not feeling well - I'll be back online at 1pm' and then showing up than underperforming or leaving colleagues in the lurch. ❇️ Never say no to an opportunity I didn't imagine working in communications when I finished university. I did want to work somewhere where I'd be making a difference. Seizing the chance to work at Dogs for Good has taught me a lot more than just how to write an email to 10,000 people! My skillset has broadened so much simply by saying yes as much as possible - representing the charity at different events, learning different programmes and processes, and generally being a curious and helpful employee. In the age of unfulfilling jobs and 'quiet quitting', being in an organisation where I can seize every learning opportunity and want to grow as a person and colleague is an incredible privilege! Here's to an amazing next year!

Do you believe in WorkJoy? Or do you think it’s fluffy, floopy, frivolous? Something for people whose offices have a ping pong table and a sparkling water tap, or who work with baby animals? WorkJoy isn’t any of those things... Find out why by checking out Beth Stallwood's latest blog post 'WorkJoy isn’t frivolous' (Link in the comments ⬇ ) #CareerTransformation #WorkJoy #CreateWorkJoy #CareerTips #CareerMotivation #Happiness #Joy #Life #CareerCoach #CareerGoals #CareerDevelopment 

Do you work long hours in today’s working world? All of us have got caught up at work and ended up staying late at least once. It’s never an ideal scenario, but when you have a dog waiting for you at home it can become problematic. Dogs with anxiety might be upset by the change in routine, your dog may need the bathroom after spending all day at home or they may just be getting lonely without you. As a Dog Walker we can come in during the day and make sure your dog is toileted, fussed and taken care of, and can even look after them while you work late, so you never need to worry about your dog waiting at home again. #dogwalker #dogwalking #pawfectpets #worklate

Sharing some pawsitive energy as we celebrate National Dog Day today 🐾 We've being doing virtual calls for a few years now, yet some things remain delightfully unchanged. Here’s every type of virtual call participant, as mirrored by our furry, four-pawed friends. Which one are you? #FlexibleWork #RemoteWork #WorkFromHome #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeWellbeing 

🐾 Happy National Bring Your Dog to Work Day! 🐾 Today, we're celebrating our furry coworkers who bring joy and wagging tails to our workday! Whether working remotely or in the office, our employees' dogs are always ready to lend a helping paw. Check out these adorable snapshots of our team working alongside their canine companions. Share your own dog-at-work photos with us in the comments below. We’d love to see your four-legged friends! #BringYourDogToWorkDay #DogsAtWork #RemoteWork #DogLovers #ExtraOrdinaryNotOrdinary

🐾 Happy Love Your Pet Day! 🐾 Today, let's talk about the pawsitive impact of having an office dog. 🐾 Having a furry friend around can reduce stress, boost employee morale, and create a more relaxed work environment. Studies have shown that interacting with dogs can lower blood pressure and increase productivity. Plus, who can resist those wagging tails and adorable puppy eyes? Share your own office dog stories in the comments below! 🐕❤️ #LoveYourPetDay #OfficeDog #FurryFriends #PetLove #OfficeDogBenefits

Our Chief Happiness Officer, Mila, brings playfulness, positive emotions and energy to the team. She is highly skilled in energy management, she brings in the right amount of stress and recovery to every day! She forces us to move regularly and breath fresh air! During challenging times, as an expert cuddler, she helps our team release tension. She also trains all of us to enjoy the present moment (including ice creams!!). Is it only true for our team? Actually, the idea that living with an animal can improve human health and psychological well-being is known as the “pet effect” (Allen, 2003; Herzog, 2011). What is your experience bringing pets to work?? Comment below! #recharge #cuddle #freehugs #movemore

Happy Dog Day! 🐾 "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than it loves itself." - Josh Billings 🐕 Dogs are known for being loyal, friendly, and hardworking. But did you know that they also make great employees? 🐶 Here are just a few reasons why: They can help to reduce stress. Studies have shown that being around dogs can lower blood pressure and heart rate, and reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can be especially beneficial in high-stress work environments. ⚕ They can improve morale. Dogs can bring a sense of joy and happiness to the workplace, which can boost morale and productivity. They can also help to break the ice and facilitate social interactions between employees. 😃 They can encourage physical activity. Dogs need to be walked and played with regularly, which can encourage employees to get up and move around. This can help to improve their health and well-being. 🚶♀️ They can be great companions. Dogs can provide companionship and emotional support to their owners, which can be especially helpful during stressful times. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. 💞 #nationaldogday #workplacewellbeing #internationaldogday #adoptdontshop #love #doglover #instadog #dogday #doglovers #rescuedog #ilovemydog #dogmom #pets #doggo #happynationaldogday #cute #mansbestfriend #officecelebration #officeculture #employeerelations #retentionstrategy #humanresources #lawlife #legalsupport #caninehealth