#Stress
Poor mental health may be affecting nearly half of Australia’s workforce
Now two years since the onset of the pandemic, research reveals workers and employers continue to be affected by poor mental health and stress.
Combatting work stress
Byline: Amanda Gordon, Director of Armchair Psychology Work stress is inevitable, right? We need some stress or we’d find a way to play solitaire all day when no-one is looking. When the stress comes from internal sources (the things we say to ourselves to ensure we stay on track) e.g. “I like what I am doing […]
Research: Money issues causing strain in the bedroom
Study reveals money issues causes strain in the bedroom.
Are you focused or stressed? The hidden costs killing productivity in Australian workplaces
In today’s Australian workplace, employers are increasingly asking workers to do more, with less. This increased demand is ubiquitous and is readily accepted as the norm, so it may be surprising to many business leaders, and their employees, that the pressure to overachieve is creating an epidemic of poor work performance. Across Australian businesses, the […]
What I learned from surviving CEO burnout
Burnout is one of the few mental disorders recognised by Work Safe Australia as directly caused by too much work; and it contributes to a $20 billion “stress bill” businesses foot each year. Through the ubiquitous smart phone, leaders are always connected to work when at home, and when on leave. In my role as […]
Three avoidable causes of start-up burnout
Most business owners start their business with a dream. They envision calling the shots (rather than being told what to do), remuneration in line with their efforts (rather than receiving a capped salary from an ungrateful boss) and working when they want (not when they have to). In short: more freedom, more money, more time. Sounds idyllic, right? Then […]
Older workers struggle with tech: myth busted
The belief that older workers struggle more with technology than their younger colleagues has been debunked by the result of a Dropbox survey look at tech usage and adoption in the workplace. The survey had participation from 202 IT decision makers and 500 information workers, defined as someone who uses mobile computing and/or a desktop computer or […]
Meditate with Kevin and Nikki: the ‘zen-trepreneurs’ helping overworked urbanites
Society is moving at such a rapid pace that striking a healthy work-life balance seems increasingly impossible. We’re expected to wear multiple hats, juggle competing deadlines and deliver immediate results – yesterday. Meet Centred Meditation’s Kevin and Nikki Jankelowitz, the husband-and-wife team helping workers tame the chaos. Launched in June 2015, Centred Meditation is billed […]
Time poor and stressed? How to reclaim time and reduce stress levels effectively
The problem with the perception of time poverty and stress is the two go hand in hand. As the feeling of time pressure rises, so does our experience of feeling stressed. While we benefit from some stress to lift our game and boost performance, feeling short of time reduces our capacity to manage our stress […]
Mental health issues driving unemployment among young Aussies
A jump in mental health conditions among the country’s 18-24 year-olds has led to a big rise in the number of young Australians looking for work.
Why being an entrepreneur wasn’t what I thought it would be
In spite of not being completely naïve when I started Next Marketing, I quickly discovered how much I didn’t know, and how much being an entrepreneur differed from my expectations.
Annoying employee habits and what to do about them
Whether it’s the person who never washes up after lunch or the one whose ear seems to be glued to their mobile phone, almost every employer knows of a few pesky employee habits they’d rather not see in the workplace.
Why effective file management is so important
Although not everyone is naturally well organised, being able to keep track of and find computer files when you need them can make a massive difference to your productivity and stress levels.
Avoid email addiction this Christmas
Aussies rate among the worst when it comes to checking emails during the holidays.
7 ways to tackle Christmas stress
During the Christmas period it can sometimes feel like everyone wants a ‘piece’ of you.
The 9-5 model is broken
From The Bangles to Dire Straits, Dolly Parton to Bruce Springsteen – the struggle to make a buck in this world has been crooned about by the world’s most famous voices.
NGOs call for workers to go home on time
The Australia Institute and beyondblue have launched Go Home on Time Day, to be held on November 20, to encourage Aussie workplaces to de-stress by having employees leave work on time.
Stress down day
Running your own business can be stressful, which is why it’s worthwhile taking a day to relax and stress down.
How email is ruining your health
It’s not just you and it’s not just in your head. British scientists have measured the impact of email on stress levels and it’s not good.
Is your business going to the dogs?
Studies show that having dogs in the workplace reduce stress and increase satisfaction. Here are three things that workplaces that allow dogs do well.
3 steps to calm down quickly
When you feel your stress levels rising, fight back and relax your mind with this simple method.
De-stress at work in 15 minutes
You don’t need much time to relax–and lower your blood pressure. Here are five easy tactics to try.
6 unique ways to be successful and happy
Tired of searching for the secret to a fulfilling career and a happy life? Look no further.
4 ways to turn happiness into a competitive advantage
Everyone wants to be happy, but did you know that you should prioritize it as a business goal? Here are four ways that your happiness can be used to advance your business.