Coming back to work after time away – whether it’s a summer holiday, an illness or injury, parental leave, or a significant life change – can feel surprisingly challenging. That sense of being “out of rhythm” is common, and it’s something many people underestimate until they’re in it. In this article, we explore practical, evidence‑based ways to return to work well, drawn from the combined expertise of Umbrella and Geneva Wellbeing. You’ll find simple strategies for easing into psychological detachment and re‑attachment, and setting up a clear, supportive return‑to‑work plan that genuinely sets you up for success.

High achievers often look like they’re thriving – hitting targets, delivering consistently, and carrying extra weight when the pressure is on. But behind the scenes, many are operating on depleted energy, quietly edging toward burnout. This month, we explore why preventing burnout isn’t always about doing less, but about building the right resources around your people to enable sustainable high performance. Read on to discover the practical steps organisations can take to support high performers before stress becomes burnout.

What is the real cost of workplace injuries? Just one in ten ACC claims accepted in 2024 were linked to work-related harm (10%), yet they cost nearly a quarter of the total $7 billion cost of claims (22%). Injured workers took approximately 5.5 million days off work – a number that continues to rise year-on-year – with manual-work industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, construction and forestry the most highly represented in these statistics.