Monthly Archives: July 2022

The pandemic caused many leaders to shift their internal communications to focus on employee well-being. As we move beyond COVID-19 restrictions, maintaining this focus will be extremely important - but there is a catch. Before rolling out wellness messaging, we must pause to consider if we’re supporting staff in these efforts, or whether there are…

For an employee with an addictive disorder, knowing what to do and where to turn can be incredibly difficult. While stigma around mental illness has generally improved in recent years, addictive disorders (particularly involving substances) are still highly stigmatized and misunderstood, creating a barrier to help-seeking. Likewise, leaders can struggle to support employees with addictive…

By Bill Howatt and Michel Rodrigue The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an extended period of uncertainty for all of us. It has forever changed how we interact and work with one another, and has had a profound impact on the mental health of millions of people. For some, that means increased anxiety. For others,…

Are you caring for the wellbeing of loyal employees? The "great resignation" may be hitting employers in the U.S. particularly hard, but it is also a significant concern for leaders in Canada. The Globe and Mail recently reported that 19.3% of workers expect to quit their current job in the next 12 months. And half…