A recent report by the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) has revealed that sick days at work have reached their highest level in ten years. The average number of sick days taken by employees in the past year rose to nearly eight, up from 5.8 days prior to the pandemic.

Looking at the role of social media in enabling the organisation of violence and hatred, it’s hard to appreciate the platforms and tools I once recommended as a good thing in general. I’m probably not the only one who feels a bit guilty having encouraged brands and organisations to get on the platforms and engage with people, when those same platforms carry misinformation, racism, conflict and bullying.

Founders and small business owners are burning out at alarming rates. According to a report by Startup Snapshot in April 2023, 72% of startup founders reported a detrimental impact on their mental health.

The relationship between personal development and professional success is more important than ever in business today. As Jim Rohn, the esteemed entrepreneur and motivational speaker, wisely noted, "Your level of success will rarely exceed your level of personal development.”

Looking after your staff is a fundamental part of running a successful business, ensuring staff turnover remains low and workers remain happily motivated. Workers now have more agency than ever when it comes to choosing their employer, in part thanks to the rise in remote working which means workers are no longer limited to looking for roles within their local area.

According to recent research by Towergate Health & Protection, employers are primarily concerned with the physical and mental health of their employees.

Many entrepreneurs make a habit of placing a premium on the relentless pursuit of success at all costs. But investing your very soul into starting, developing, growing, and running a venture nonetheless often takes a high emotional toll.

In business, we are always in a relationship. This article explains the different relationships we have and shares some tips for how to cultivate successful relationships for better business outcomes.

In today’s digital age, where innovation is the norm, tech founders find themselves juggling countless responsibilities to remain ahead of the curve. The relentless pace of the industry demands rapid decision-making and an ever-evolving skillset, all of which can strain mental and physical health.

Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin termed the phase ‘conscious uncoupling.’ My immediate reaction is to roll my eyes, yet I suspect they are onto something. For co-founders, the statistics tell us that over half of them are going to face a separation and yet we rarely talk about how to consciously uncouple.

YuLife, the tech-driven insurance firm committed to inspiring life, has unveiled the findings of a YouGov survey highlighting the prevalence of burnout in the workplace.

One in four professionals don’t bother to network at all, despite nearly 80% deeming it crucial for career success. The idea of initiating conversations with strangers and navigating small talk can feel daunting and exhausting.

Elon Musk, one of the most polarising figures in modern business, has once again captured headlines with his $56bn (£44bn) pay deal from Tesla.

For many people, working, providing for a family, trying to find time for yourself and managing the many pressures of everyday life is tough. This could not be truer for those of us who run our own businesses, especially in a challenging economic climate.

Approximately half of all self-employed people have experienced poor mental health within the past 12 months – 22% worse than the national average.

It was November. I'd just come back from almost two weeks in the Canary Islands. I should have felt refreshed and ready to get back into work at Hustle House – the people development consultancy I founded with my friend.

Being at the ‘top’ of any organisation is a lonely position. Earning the title of ‘CEO’ or ‘COO’ is not synonymous with knowing it all. Leaders of all organisations – from large enterprise CEOs to startup founders – face difficulties and unknowns like any human being. There’s the persistent responsibility to energise others, which understandably and consequently results in these individuals losing sight of themselves.

In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, it's crucial to address the stresses of modern life, particularly those stemming from the workplace. Pressures at work are a part of life, regardless of age, experience, or job title, and it’s not necessarily negative.

There’s no doubt about it, being a leader, especially of a startup or SME, can be stressful and pressured, feeling we have to wear all the hats and work all the hours, but prolonged periods of stress and pressure is not good for our body, mind, or spirit.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, new research from BT has uncovered widespread anxiety among business leaders about the pace of technological change in the workplace.