Gaynor Parkin

Creating a culture of wellbeing

Creating a culture to foster diverse wellbeing, where employees will feel supported to do what works for them, or to develop stronger wellbeing habits, requires attention to each of these four levels.  Here are some ideas we have seen work well: Personal Provide opportunities for personal and professional development [...]

2020-02-24T14:25:46+13:00February 28th, 2018|

Where should we focus our wellbeing resources?

It’s heartening to see an increasing number of organisations recognising the value of supporting wellness at work and creating environments that nudge people towards improved wellbeing. Alongside this recognition, organisations want to invest wisely and to ensure that any wellbeing initiatives have the maximum impact possible. At Umbrella, we [...]

2020-01-29T10:20:14+13:00February 28th, 2018|

New year wellbeing

It’s already heading towards the end of January, and for many of us - off the back of wonderful holidays in which we totally relaxed, and hopefully looked after ourselves - we will already be wondering how do we keep self-care and wellbeing as part of our daily “business [...]

2020-01-29T10:20:14+13:00January 31st, 2018|