Well Workplaces Tom Bosna | Workplace Health, Wellbeing and Performance

In this episode, Tom welcomes Anna Feringa, an expert in the field of psychosocial safety in workplaces. They discuss the importance of human connection in the age of hybrid and remote work, and the necessity of creating psychologically safe environments. Anna shares her extensive experience in occupational behaviour, shedding light on mental health issues in workplaces, trends over the last decade, and recent regulatory changes.They delve into the impact of inadequate work design on mental health, the importance of consulting with staff, and the challenges and benefits of hybrid work. The conversation also covers the evolving state of workplace safety regulations and expectations for the future.~

About Anna

Anna is an award-winning International Speaker, Author, Trainer & Workplace Mental Health Consultant. With over 19-years’ consulting experience, Anna partners with organisations to support the workplace to better Prevent, Promote and Respond to Psychosocial Risk. With a human centric and evidence-based approach, Anna works with organisations to understand new regulatory obligations and to build proactive Psychosocial Risk Management systems, ensuring the workplace remains enterprise ready for the future.

Anna is the director of Anna Feringa Consulting Pty Ltd.
https://annaferinga.com.au/

Connect with Anna: https://au.linkedin.com/in/annaferinga

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00:55 Anna's Motivation and Background02:28 Understanding Mental Health Injuries

04:17 Regulatory Changes and Employer Responsibilities

08:21 Consulting and Training in Psychosocial Safety

12:05 Psychosocial Hazards in Different Work Environments

23:15 Hybrid and Remote Work Challenges

31:12 Future Trends in Psychosocial Safety

36:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, we welcome Sarah Rusbatch from Perth to discuss her new book 'Beyond Booze' and the significance of re-evaluating our relationship with alcohol.

Sarah shares her personal journey of becoming alcohol-free and the benefits she has experienced. She explains the concept of 'grey area drinking' and how it impacts people's lives. The conversation addresses the negative effects of alcohol, especially on women, highlighting the need for better public awareness and healthier alternatives.

Sarah also provides insights into how workplaces can support employees by reducing alcohol-cantered activities and promoting overall wellbeing. Finally, listeners are encouraged to evaluate their own alcohol consumption through a thoughtful exercise.

About SarahSarah is the author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze”, a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause accredited coach, a motivational speaker and a passionate ambassador for helping as many women as possible to live their best life. Sarah is also an ex-Grey Area Drinker and quit booze in April 2019 and has NEVER looked back!

Her Coaching specialities include:


Sobriety and Grey Area Drinking
Creating a fulfilling and purposeful life after 40
Navigating the menopause years
Managing Stress and soothing a dysregulated nervous system - WITHOUT using alcohol






Resources:

⁠https://sarahrusbatch.com/⁠

⁠https://sarahrusbatch.com/beyond-booze⁠


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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:21 Sarah's Journey to Sobriety

05:47 Understanding Grey Area Drinking

09:31 Impact of Alcohol on Women

22:06 Workplace Culture and Alcohol

24:49 Future of Alcohol Advertising

28:04 Reflecting on Alcohol's Role in Life

29:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this podcast episode, Tom welcomes Jeff Wetzler, who joins us from New York.

Jeff introduces his book 'Ask', which centres around enhancing relationships and learning from peers through the art of asking questions. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book, emphasising the pervasive and painful problem of disconnection he aims to address.



He outlines the ask approach, a set of five practices based on scientific research and practical testing designed to improve learning and relationships by fostering genuine curiosity and creating a psychologically safe environment for sharing. These practices include:

- choosing curiosity;

- making it safe;

- posing quality questions;

- learning actively; and

- the importance of reflecting and reconnecting.



Jeff also discusses the challenges of establishing genuine connections in a digital world, particularly in remote work settings, and offers strategies for organisations to cultivate better learning environments and encourage a culture of curiosity.

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Resources:

Connect with Jeff here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wetzler-9ba3824

https://www.askapproach.com/#Jeff

https://transcendeducation.org/

Ask: https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Hidden-Unexpected-Breakthroughs-Leadership/dp/0306832690

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About Jeff

Jeff Wetzler has been on a quarter-century quest to transform learning opportunities. Blending a unique set of leadership experiences in the fields of business and education, he’s pursued this quest as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, as a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America, and most recently, as co-CEO of Transcend, a nationally recognized innovation organization.
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00:00 Welcoming Jeff to the Show

00:13 The Connection Through Topaz and Leadership in New Zealand

01:11 The Inspiration Behind Jeff's Book on Asking Questions

02:05 Exploring the Ask Approach and Its Impact on Relationships and Learning

03:24 The Challenge of Virtual Connections in Today's Work Environment

04:54 Diving Deep into the Ask Methodology: Curiosity as a Foundation

12:05 Making It Safe: Creating a Comfortable Environment for Sharing

17:41 The Art of Posing Quality Questions

22:15 The Importance of Listening and Understanding in Communication

29:54 Reflecting and Reconnecting: The Final Step in the Ask Approach

33:08 Facilitating Better Learning Environments in Organisations

In this episode, Tom has an insightful conversation with Sharon Darmody, marking her 20 years at Strive Occupational Rehab. They explore the evolution of workplace challenges, highlighting three main epidemics affecting today's work environments:


mental health,
technology, and
loneliness.

Sharon shares insights from her book 'Work Your Magic' on creating healthier workplaces through early intervention and preventive measures. They delve into the importance of fostering connection, authenticity, and curiosity in the workplace to combat loneliness and enhance employee wellbeing.The conversation also touches on the unique challenges and opportunities presented by remote work and the necessity for intentional actions to support the upcoming workforce.

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Resources

https://www.sharondarmody.com/

Connect with Sharon on Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/in/sharon-darmody-a454136

Strive Occupational Rehab: https://striveor.com/

Work Your Magic Book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Work-Your-Magic-Business-Community-ebook/dp/B0BQBP31TP

00:00 Welcome to Well Workplaces: Exploring Health, Performance, and Culture

01:09 Introducing Our Guest: Jaron's Journey in Occupational Rehab

01:31 The Evolution of Occupational Health: From Treatment to Prevention

04:51 Tackling the Tech Epidemic: Finding Balance in a Digital World

08:29 Unveiling 'Work Your Magic': A Guide to Thriving at Work

09:22 The MAGIC Framework: Meaning, Authenticity, Ground Rules, Interaction, and Curiosity

29:23 The Future of Work: Challenges and Opportunities Ahead

31:56 Wrapping Up: Insights and Invitations from Well Workplaces

In today's episode, Tom chats with Olly Bridge, a visionary leader in athletic and corporate health sectors, and co-founder of Essentio Health. They discuss the importance of treating employees as 'corporate athletes' and the necessity of a holistic approach to wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.Olly highlights his methodology that combines the latest in health assessments, including DNA testing, sleep analysis, and functional movement screenings to create personalised wellness plans for executives.The discussion also touches on common health challenges faced by executives, such as sleep deprivation and stress management, and provides practical, evidence-based strategies for improving wellbeing. Additionally, the conversation explores the future of workplace wellness, emphasising the value of simple, foundational health practices and the potential impact of technological advances in enhancing health and performance.

00:00 Introduction to Well Workplaces Podcast01:09 Meet Olly Bridge: A Visionary in Athletic and Corporate Wellness02:45 The Genesis and Mission of Essentio Health06:09 The Three-Legged Stool of Wellbeing: Activity, Nutrition, Recovery24:45 Deep Dive into Sleep and Recovery Strategies31:29 Looking Ahead: The Future of Health and Performance



Essentio Health

Olly Bridge

Today's episode features a conversation with Lucy Piper, a corporate climate expert and director at WorkforClimate.

Lucy shares her journey from experiencing climate anxiety to taking action by leveraging her professional skills for climate solutions. WorkforClimate aims to educate and empower employees to drive stronger climate action within their companies.

The discussion covers the importance of individual and collective action in the workplace for climate activism, the concept of corporate sustainability, and the effective strategies businesses can utilise for real environmental impact. Lucy and Tom also touch upon the significance of creating a community of workplace climate champions and address both the challenges and opportunities of promoting corporate sustainability and climate-conscious practices in the business sector.

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About Lucy
Lucy Piper is a corporate climate expert and Director at WorkforClimate - an NFP that educates and empowers employees to help influence stronger climate action at their company.

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Resources
WorkforClimate:
https://www.workforclimate.org/⁠
Connect with Lucy Piper: https://au.linkedin.com/in/lucypiper