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    Back in the workplace: how employees and employers can get it right

    Feb 15, 2021
    Many people are re-entering the physical workplace for the first time in nearly 12 months. This can be stressful, so it's worth knowing how you can transition back in a positive way.
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    Work design: improving employee’s experiences and boosting workplace performance

    Nov 11, 2020
    Quality work design can have a significant and positive impact on both organisations and those they employee.
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    Mental health stigma isn’t always what it seems

    Mar 30, 2020
    There has always been stigma around mental health but there is more to it than meets the eye.
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    The impact of the Australian bushfires on businesses and employees

    Feb 04, 2020
    Find information to help protect your mental health, and financial and other assistance you may be eligible for if you own a business affected by the bushfires.
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    How to improve mental health for you and your workplace in 2020

    Feb 04, 2020
    The new year provides a good opportunity for employees and managers to think about how mental health at work can be enhanced.
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    The benefits of detaching from work

    Nov 26, 2019
    Whether you're managing a team or starting a new job, work recovery can help alleviate job stress and create a barrier between home and the workplace.
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    The value of being open about mental health in the workplace

    Oct 23, 2019
    Managers, bosses and business owners would benefit from encouraging open discussion about mental health at work to help reduce stigma in the workplace.
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    How you can support someone you’re concerned about at work

    Sep 03, 2019
    We spend a lot of time at work with the same people, which means we are exposed to changes in their behaviour. If you’re concerned about someone’s mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, it’s important to know how to support them.
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    How you can deal with workplace bullying

    Jul 10, 2019
    Dealing with workplace bullying can be terrifying for an affected employee and tricky for a manager, but it’s not impossible.
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    How to create a high-performing team

    Jun 12, 2019
    A ‘high-performing team’ is a term that is often thrown around in the workplace. But what is it and how do you make one?
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    Workplace culture: what it is and why it’s so important

    Mar 20, 2019
    Leaders drive culture. Culture drives results.
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    Mental health tips for the new year

    Feb 01, 2019
    Now that the holiday break is over, start your new year off on the right foot by thinking about how you work. Sometimes the easiest changes can bring about the best outcomes for your mental health and wellbeing.
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    How encouraging employees to take their annual leave can benefit your workplace

    Nov 28, 2018
    Employees need to be encouraged to take time off work as it can not only benefit their mental and physical health but their organisation as a whole. However, workplaces need to do more if their employees are to stay mentally healthy.
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    R U OK? How to talk about mental health with your workmates

    Sep 25, 2018
    Wondering whether it’s okay to talk about mental health at work? Whether it is you opening up to a colleague or approaching someone else, it can be a tricky conversation. There’s no right or wrong approach but we have some tips to help you ask (or answer!) “Are you OK?”.
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    The role of resilience in the workplace

    Aug 17, 2018
    While it’s good to be able to manage stress and hostile situations, if your workplace is putting a strain on your mental health then resilience may not be the only answer. We spend a third of our day at work so we need to be able to identify what is causing the stress in the first place and put steps in motion to move forward.
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    Building inclusive workplaces for a diverse workforce

    Sep 15, 2017
    Feeling welcomed and included has a huge positive effect on whether we feel good when we’re at work, our ability to perform in our role, and our overall wellbeing, too. But the benefits aren’t limited to individual employees – there’s a strong business case supported by research telling us that diverse and inclusive workplaces provide clear wellbeing, productivity, and retention benefits.
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Mentally healthy workplace alliance

Alliance members:

  • Business Council of Australia
  • Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Black Dog Institute
  • Sane Australia
  • AFOEM
  • Mental Health Commission
  • COSBOA
  • APS
  • Mental Health Australia
  • Safe work Australia
  • AI Group
  • Super Friend
  • ACTU
  • Comcare
  • Beyond Blue

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