FEATURE once again, to encourage authenticity in mental health efforts.
Zoe Sinclair, Founder of This Can Happen
It’ s important as well to look at the role that line managers play here, and to ensure that they are equipped with the right tools and training to handle these difficult conversations in the workplace. If this doesn’ t happen, you risk mental health efforts falling flat if an employee approaches their manager with a mental wellbeing concern and it’ s handled inappropriately or inconsiderately. Invest in mental health training for line managers so that they feel supported in having these conversations and know how to listen to employee challenges with an empathetic ear. It’ s not about trying to resolve their issues but rather directing them to the correct support and resources that they might need. Feeling
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