In the workplace, mental health is sometimes more important than physical health.
If a team member gets sick or injured, they take time off work. They’re expected to rest up, look after themselves, and return when well enough. From a business standpoint, it’s fairly straightforward. That’s what sick leave is there for. It’s a dollars-and-cents discussion, right?
Mental health is another ball game altogether.
If an employee is dealing with the tough stuff – like stress, anxiety, or grief – they might still turn up at work. They’ll clock in, but might be unfocused, distracted, and can weigh down others around them. All of this results in low productivity, something that New Zealand is already dragging behind on1 . More specifically, these factors can have massive knock-on effects for your…
