In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Katie De Bertrand, a Mental Health First Aid instructor and the Training Manager at Oxfordshire Mind. Joanne also speaks with behavioural science expert Jon Davies.
Together they talk all things workplace wellbeing, discussing how this term has transformed in recent years, how important it is for employees to feel safe and supported at work, and how leaders can successfully implement wellbeing strategies in their workplace.
Guest 1: Katie De Bertrand
Katie De Bertrand is the Training Manager at Oxfordshire Mind. With a decade of experience at Oxfordshire Mind, she leads the Training, crafting and delivering of workplace wellbeing programs. She is also a Mental Health First Aid instructor alongside an integrative therapist with frontline experience. Her insights shape best-practice workplace wellbeing consulting, combining therapeutic expertise with practical know-how.
Guest 2: Jon Davies
Jon Davies is a behavioural science expert. Jon's profound understanding of human behaviour has driven the success of multiple startups. Jon is currently leading the development of ground-breaking software solutions, including Leafyard, a platform that leverages behavioural science to empower individuals worldwide to take charge of their mental health, making a significant impact on employee well-being.
Questions for Katie
- Workplace wellbeing is a broad term. Can you define what a culture of wellbeing means in the workplace, and how this term has grown significantly since the pandemic?
- Could you explain the different dimensions and highlight the benefits of creating a culture of wellbeing for both employers and employees?
- What role does leadership play in fostering a culture of wellbeing? How can leaders authentically promote and prioritise employee health and happiness?
Questions for Jon
- Could you explain how behavioural science can be applied to promote positive changes in employee behaviour and attitudes towards mental health and wellbeing?
- Could you share a case study or anecdote where a company significantly improved their employee wellbeing through the application of behavioural science principles? What were the key factors that contributed to this success?
- Behavioural science often delves into habit formation. How can businesses support the development of positive habits related to mental health and wellbeing among their employees?
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