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Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision Case Study: Introducing a new way of working
Supporting employee wellbeing sometimes involves throwing out the rulebook and trying something new and innovative. Read the case study below to find out how Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision redefined work by putting wellbeing [...]
Three key ingredients of an effective mental health app
The digital mental health space found its footing far before the COVID-19 pandemic, as the rise in mental health issues called for alternative treatment services. As we’re all aware, the health system and its [...]
Money and the mind: How better financial wellbeing can boost business
With talk of a looming recession and interest rate hikes, money worries are at an all-time high for many Kiwis. It’s time to think about how you can support your employees to weather the [...]
Men’s mental health: Q&A with Umbrella CEO Dougal Sutherland
Mental health is a topic that many men find difficult to talk about. We often struggle to find words to support others going through a rough time, especially at work. Last year, we did [...]
How to say “No” skilfully and respectfully
Picture this: John’s colleague copies him into an email thread volunteering him to take on a new project, without checking with him first. John knows he’s already struggling to meet his existing deadlines. When [...]
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