Mental Health Awareness Week
Today (Monday 10 May) marks the launch of Mental Health Awareness Week, an annual event when there is an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, it’s now in its 21st year and runs from 10-16 May.
This year the theme is Nature and how connecting with the natural world can support good mental health. Across the country, people will be celebrating the benefits of being around nature in their local community in a range of digital and creative ways. You can find some top tips on how you can connect with nature from the Mental Health Foundation’s website.
On our website, we also have a range of resources that can help support you with your wellbeing or that of your employees. Full details are below.
Mental health and wellbeing recorded webinars
None of us are superhuman – maintaining positive mental health and wellbeing in difficult times
This webinar explores the definition of mental health and wellbeing, what happens in our brain when we experience significant change and some of the common signs of low mental wellbeing. It will look at tools and resources that can improve mental wellbeing during times of extreme change.
Leadership – building resilience and supporting team wellbeing
When it comes to enhancing wellbeing, building resilience will help you and your teams to flourish. It is about having energy, passion, self-esteem, improved physical health, supportive relationships and being successful in our endeavours. This online session with Michelle Mook will provide you with tools and techniques to build resilience and increase positivity and the wellbeing of your team.
Toolkit
Mental Health & Wellbeing Toolkit
Download the Mental Health & Wellbeing Toolkit and answer your questions about workplace wellbeing, and access practical resources that you can use for yourself and your employees.
In the guide you’ll learn:
- what is meant by mental health
- your legal responsibilities around mental health
- what do to if you are worried about a staff member
- how to avoid mental health problems in the workplace
- how to manage your own mental health.
Skills Support for the Workforce (SSW)
If you would like additional training for you and your employees on mental health in the workplace, you can access fully funded courses through Skills Support for the Workforce. For example, the Awareness of Mental Health Problems programme is designed for anyone who wants to increase their knowledge of mental health, and covers the best ways to recognise and help someone in distress. Upon completion, you will also gain a nationally recognised certificate.
This course can be completed entirely online, meaning that you can choose when and where to study. If you’re interested in finding out more about this, or if you would like the SSW team to conduct a skills needs assessment on your business, get in touch via their website to find out how they can help.
Articles
Top five barriers to creativity in business
Creativity in business can come in many forms. From fresh content production to dynamic problem solving – allowing your ideas and innovations to materialise is such an important part of growing a successful business. Whether its time or money or team dynamics or a global pandemic, barriers to creativity in business can come from all
Tax implications of government financial support offered under Covid-19 Special Provisions
This article from Ian Walker of Ian Walker & Co Chartered Accountants aims to provide an overview of your tax obligations if you received a grant, loan and/or concession issued by the UK Government under the UK Government’s CV19 (Covid-19) Special Provisions.
Marketing for start-ups: A beginner’s guide
Searching for marketing help as a start-up business can leave your head spinning – with every blogger and their dog listing endless digital marketing “must-haves” that seem to cost a fortune (in time and money)! It’s like they always say: don’t run before you walk. So, here’s a quick and easy guide to getting started
Events
29th September 202110:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
29 Sept - Resilient leadership
Resilience is needed now more than ever for business owners, leaders, and managers during our current ever-changing circumstances. Learn how to adapt, evolve, and lead through adversity with this webinar.
30th September 202110:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
30 Sept - Capitalising on your social media impacts
Social media is a valuable marketing tool for businesses, especially now as more people than ever spend time online. Capitalise on the latest trends and learn how make an impact using social media marketing with this webinar.
05th October 202110:00 am - 11:00 amFREE
5 October - The SME cyber threat landscape
The risk of cyber attacks continues to grow - and can happen to any SME at any time. Knowing how to prevent attacks and protect your business is more important than ever. Stay informed and learn how to prevent cyber crime with this webinar.
Resources
Start-up webinar: Is starting a business right for you?
This webinar will help you understand what is involved in self-employment and starting a new business, as well as other aspects you need to consider including is there a demand for your idea and is now the time right to commence your journey into business?
Video and downloads: 10 questions to ask when starting a business
Looking to start a business? Watch our video to find out what you should think about and download our handy resource pack that includes planning resources, finance templates and a check list to get you started.
Immigration webinar: Living, working and studying in the UK after Brexit
This free webinar with the Home Office provides details of the new immigration system post Brexit, what it means for your business and for those living, working and studying in the UK
