Mental Health at Work

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13 benefits of flexible working hours

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13 benefits of flexible working hours

With the way we work changing dramatically in the last decade, there has been a rise in demand for flexible working. Some employers are already seeing the benefits of this change, and employees too.

In fact, according to the CIPD, 87% of the UK workforce would like to work more flexibly, and there is a strong demand for flexible working from men and women and across all age ranges.

Here, we explore the benefits of flexible working, how it changes existing working structures, and the positive impact on mental health involved in a more flexible working day.

Minimalism at work: improving employees' lives, productivity, and workplace culture

Minimalism at work: improving employees' lives, productivity, and workplace culture

With roots in Japanese Zen and Greek philosophy, minimalism has evolved into an art movement, architectural principle, and most recently, as a widely popular lifestyle trend that has dominated the web.

In this piece, we explore how this trendy concept also has practical applications in building and developing a workplace culture that can actually improve the lives of employees.

How to feel less lonely at work

How to feel less lonely at work

Do you feel lonely in your job? You’re not alone - over 60% of Brits feel isolated at work, according to a recent survey. Whatever your job, feeling lonely at work isn’t a pleasant situation to be in, so we hope this guide will help you to make more meaningful connections with clients and colleagues, as well as nourish the relationships you have outside of work, and feel more contented in your job.

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5 simple steps to find motivation at work

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5 simple steps to find motivation at work

Motivation is an elusive, sometimes unpredictable aspect of our work and life. It’s affected by many different things: anything from the number of hours you sleep, through to the number of emails you receive, can increase or decrease your passion for work.

Fortunately, there are a number of steps you can take to improve your motivation across everything you do. In this guide, discover how to identify what’s demotivating you, what motivates you, and how you can improve your productivity and enjoyment at work.

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10 time management strategies to beat overwhelm

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10 time management strategies to beat overwhelm

Would you like to spend more time working on your business, and less time fighting against an inbox avalanche?

Editor & Founder of Startups Magazine, Daisy Stapley-Bunten, shares her experience of the daily battles that come with running and growing a new business, and her time management tips to reduce and prevent overwhelm, in this guide.