Here we discuss the seduction of loneliness and the need to take risk if we are to connect with others. Phil explains that we need to create an environment that is as comfortable as possible for them to be themselves and connect with others.

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Unlock the secrets of Activity Based Work (ABW) with our special guest, Hardeep Matharu who is a Senior Consultant for Veldhoen Company.

As a Change Management expert, Hardeep supports organisational transition to new ways of working, underpinned by a strong sense of community, collaboration and enhancing wellbeing for employees. He envisions a better world of work that fosters genuine connections and empowers individuals to be at their best.

Hardeep is passionate about people development, wellbeing, diversity and inclusion. These passions fuel his support for leaders to drive meaningful and sustainable organisational change. He advocates for the power of a desirable workplace and its impact on enhancing employee wellbeing.

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Unlock the secrets of enhancing workplace wellbeing with our special guest, Julie Fabsik-Swarts, CEO of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association. In our engaging conversation, Julie unveils the transformative journey of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), from their inception focused on addiction recovery to their current comprehensive support systems, designed to bolster employee performance and company success. Discover the intricacies of EAPs' response to critical incidents, and understand the delicate balance they strike in providing immediate support while connecting employees to longer-term resources.

As we navigate the waters of professionalizing EAPs, Julie shares invaluable insights on the necessity of specialized training for EAP specialists, diverging from the assumption that all therapists are cut out for this unique role. We delve into the problems that arise when EAP services are not fully utilized, and the newfound strategies to educate managers on tapping into these resources wisely. Our discussion transcends mere implementation to probe how EAPs demonstrate their worth to an organization through real, measurable outcomes.

In this episode, we also tackle the timely subject of EAPs during the COVID-19 pandemic, acknowledging the surge in demand and the outstanding support these programs provided. As we ponder the future of mental health support, we reflect on the intersection of artificial intelligence and the human touch essential in EAP services. Wrapping up, we highlight the irreplaceable value of human connection, expressing gratitude for Julie's expertise and looking ahead to continue this vital conversation on fostering well-being at work during our future events.

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https://eapassn.org/

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