Business Advice

Wellbeing in the workplace is a huge priority at the moment as we readjust to ways of working post-pandemic. As we become increasingly aware of mental and physical health issues affecting how we work, employee wellbeing programmes become more important in creating happier workplaces.

Increased employee productivity is something every employer wants to achieve. A successful company is a productive company that can go above and beyond its competition and retain employees while doing so. Give your workplace the edge with these 5 tips to increase employee productivity.

Promoting diversity and inclusive work culture boosts employee happiness and stimulates new perspectives, which is reflected in the increased quality of work produced. See how to foster a diverse work environment here. 

Whether employees are solely in the office or using a mix of office and work-from-home environments, a positive workplace culture can increase job satisfaction, employee retention, motivation and productivity across the company. See how to improve company culture here. 

A new study* conducted by NESCAFÉ® has uncovered data which reveals that 47% of construction workers in the UK feel lonely at work. 

There have been recent concerns around well-being in the construction industry – with a report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Issues Affecting Men and Boys recommending more stringent mental health provisions should be written into construction contracts.  

The coffee/tea break is an enduring staple of office life the world over. Breaking up the working day with a natter in the office kitchen, a chinwag in the breakout space, or a walk to the local shop to buy a coffee is a habit we all fall into. But changing outlooks on work, and the transformative impact of coronavirus, have changed our work routines and affected where and when we work. So, how can the workplace break evolve?

Take six international experts on the future of work and workplace culture, each handpicked from WORKTECH Academy’s global network for their insight into a different aspect of company performance. Interview them for a podcast series. Study the ideas and opinions that flow from six conversations with pioneers in the field – and analyse the lessons learnt bettering individual, team and organisational working in the new era of hybrid working. Discover new ways to get the creative juices flowing in your business and open up opportunities for better business performance.