#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.
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 […]
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.
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.
7 ways to tackle Christmas stress
During the Christmas period it can sometimes feel like everyone wants a ‘piece’ of you.
Stress down day
Running your own business can be stressful, which is why it’s worthwhile taking a day to relax and stress down.
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.
How to reclaim time and productivity
Business owners around the world have the same issue – so much to do and so little time available. Rushing from one meeting or crisis to the next, it’s easy to get to the end of the day or even the week and feel like you’ve achieved very little.
8 simple steps to extreme personal productivity
How to turn an ordinary workday into an incredibly productive day – no programs, expensive tools, or fancy apps required.
How to take a guilt-free holiday break
Stressed about balancing holiday festivities and your responsibilities as a business-owner? Here are tips to beat your anxiety.
6 simple solutions for getting rid of stress
Quick tips for easing stress in your day-to-day interactions.
Are you too busy to be productive?
Being terminally busy seems to be an affliction of the modern age. Do you have days where you find yourself rushing around like a mad thing, yet at the end of it can’t think of one useful thing you have done? This could be a sign that you are too busy and not productive enough.
Why putting pen to paper is still powerful
There’s something so satisfying about putting pen to paper and writing a to-do list, but according to one productivity and time management expert, sometimes they should come with a warning.
Brain training the key to balancing stress
Small amounts of stress help give you drive, but higher or prolonged stress reduces productivity and increases your susceptibility to short and long term illness. Here are some ideas for how to balance your internal wiring.
Five ways to combat workplace stress
With workplace stress on the rise and its health and productivity implications extending further than ever, it’s essential both employees and employers implement stress-busting strategies.
Flexible working conditions, are employers coming to the party?
The increasing desire among many employees to achieve a balance between work, home and other interests has led to a corresponding increase in expectations for more flexible work conditions. But are the employers coming to the party?
30% of small business owners have not had any time off in 2010
Three out of ten small business owners have not had any time off from their business this year with 64 percent having had only one week’s leave or less according to a survey of small business owners this month.