workplace

You’d think, at a certain age, having to deal with bullies is far behind you. However, the modern workplace proves that, sadly, this is not the case. The office bully can hinder corporate wellness, as well as your personal sense of…

Stress in the corporate workplace is a serious problem. When people feel stressed, this can have a direct impact on their emotional wellness and wellbeing. Stress leads to physical problems too, and can cause absenteeism, which costs…

Everyone has the best intentions when it comes to working out, but most people find that they don’t have the time when all the work and social commitments are out of the way. So how about combining the two? We spend such a long time at work…

The term ‘wellness’ is used a lot these days, especially in corporate environments. You will hear this word in the media, in insurance documents and within the HR departments of big companies, but what does it really mean? Many…

In the corporate world, a workplace mentor is supposed to help you, guide you and to do everything possible to protect your wellness and wellbeing in the workplace. In reality, things can be a little difficult. Frequently,…

Studies have shown that there is a great deal of potential in improving our wellbeing in the workplace by improving our heart health. We spend a large proportion of our time at work, so it stands to reason that this should be one of the key…

The Southern Orange County Paediatric Associates company was named one of the top places to work for the fourth year running, ranking second in the small businesses category. SOCPA also received a special award for their Work/Life…

Too many people are still failing to get enough exercise. In the US, it’s estimated that more than 4 out of 5 of adults don’t do enough to meet the guidelines for physical activity set by the federal government. Those include 2.5 hours of…

Getting sufficient sleep is a need that every human on the planet shares, but, for most of us, the ability to do that is increasingly under assault. Whether it’s the changing nature of work or your always-on technology, life’s stressors and…

Boosting your corporate wellness is always important, but what happens if you take time out to have children? Doubtless, you’ll have certain concerns upon returning to work; are you good enough anymore? Will your kids cope without you?…

Work takes up a large proportion of our time, with most of our week spent with our colleagues. So, with this in mind, it stands to reason that how we feel when we're there is important. Just because you're at work doesn't mean that you need…

Whilst a recent study indicated that wellness programmes in the workplace did not help to improve corporate wellness, many others have come out in defence of these programmes, stating that they are hugely beneficial, not only for wellbeing,…

Diabetes doesn’t just take its toll on your physical health. Thanks to diabetes discrimination, the disease and how people react to it can affect your emotional wellbeing, and even your corporate wellness. Diabetes discrimination can occur…

According to the NHS around 9.3 million days were lost due to work-related back pain and other musculoskeletal disorders in a single year. Heavy work causes injuries but it’s the daily grind of hunching over a desk that causes most…

Corporate wellness is an important part of job satisfaction and productivity, but it doesn’t happen by accident. If there’s something you don’t like about your workplace, there’s a good chance that your colleagues are likewise unhappy with…

Not so long ago, bullying in the workplace was a problem that was widely ignored. Thankfully, attitudes have changed and today many employers have policies in place to deal with workplace bullying. In addition, staff who feel they are being…

Family-friendly policies in the workplace are known to lead to greater productivity and improved performance from staff. These policies include the likes of flexi-time or part-time working; job sharing, term-time working; days working…

A new study suggests that conflicts amongst women at work have a more negative effect than those involving men. The University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business looked at various disputes at work to ascertain what the effect…

If you work in a place where you’re exposed to cleaning agents or chemicals, you may have just found the cause of your adult asthma. According to a new study led by Imperial College London, roughly one in six cases of adult asthma in baby…

At some point in all of our lives we’re likely to have to deal with a workplace bully. Often the bully isn’t even your boss but simply a colleague who has a pushy attitude and likes to make demands of everyone else. Perhaps the situations…

The relatively new phenomenon of cyber bullying is often considered only a problem for children and teenagers. However, adults who use social media admit they too are finding themselves on the receiving end of aggressive behaviour. A…

The job market is tougher than ever – finding and keeping a job is harder than ever. So when you do grab the role you want, it’s important to be as professional as possible so you maintain and enhance your workplace reputation. Binning…

Workplace wellness schemes have become immensely popular over recent years, including everything from work-sponsored biometric screenings to programmes to help you quit smoking and health coaching. There are even exercise classes involved…

As we are all urged to work harder and longer, achieving the right work/life balance becomes ever more difficult. We spend so much time in our working environment that it’s essential to enjoy life to the full when we’re not putting in the…

Your job could put you at risk of developing work-related asthma. A new study has revealed the jobs that carry the greatest risk for adults aged over 50 are those involving cleaning agents, farming, printing and hairdressing. There are…

When it comes to the work-life balance debate, perception is everything. If your employees perceive themselves to be cared for in a workplace culture that encourages wellness, you might be able to boast a more committed and happy workforce…

There's a credo which you should start to live by: 'All exercise is good exercise'. Too many people think that if they're not jogging miles a week or going to the gym or doing any sort of structured exercise, they may as well not be…

One in six cases of asthma developed during adulthood could be blamed on the workplace. Those regularly exposed to cleaning products, metal, metal fumes and flour are most likely to develop asthma. Researchers looked at the records of…

Where you work could make the difference between developing asthma and staying healthy, according to experts. Researchers looked at the health and working environment of more than 7,000 people and found that exposure to cleaning…

You might think that you were safe from bullying when you left high school, but in truth bullying can happen anywhere, and can extend beyond your average Chinese burn. Bullying involves hurtful acts or comments that damage your emotional or…