Do workplaces prioritise targets over wellbeing?
Summary
Anton Savage discusses workplace stress with Amy Burke, VHI’s Chief People and Sustainability Officer, highlighting a survey where over half of employees fear health issues from current stress levels. They explore the paradox of inaccessible wellbeing programs and the need to embed health into daily culture through simple nudges like shorter meetings. The conversation addresses the tension between personal responsibility and employer support, noting that many employees prefer independent over HR-provided emotional support.
Topics discussed
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News Talk Breakfast Introduction
VHI Workplace Stress Survey Introduction
Sources of Stress and Accessing Wellbeing
Components of Effective Wellbeing Programmes
Physical Health, Sitting, and Breaks
Leadership and Cultural Change
Paternalism and Personal Responsibility
Time Constraints and Need for Support
Confidentiality and HR Services
Performance and Wellbeing Alignment
Cultural Shifts and Irish Workplaces
Closing Remarks
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