Despite making up nearly half of the total employed population, women only fill 28% of managerial roles worldwide, according to a report by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The report suggests it will take 136 years to achieve gender parity in economic participation at our current rate. A gender audit can offer invaluable insights and…
In today’s fast-paced work environment, chronic stress has become a prevalent issue due to long hours and demanding schedules. This lifestyle often leads to detrimental health effects, particularly in relation to employees’ dietary choices, as time constraints push them toward unhealthy options. Chronic stress can arise from various sources such as work pressure, relationship problems,…
A diagnosis of cancer or another dread disease is a devastating blow, not only for the patient but also for their family and loved ones. The diagnosis itself, the trauma of going through treatments and the bereavement of losing someone all take their toll on mental well-being. Depression, anxiety and mental illness frequently go hand…
Mandy Muchnick unpacks the business implications of ignoring mental health issues in the workplace. In today’s fast-paced and demanding corporate landscape, businesses are increasingly realising the importance of employee well-being. While efforts to promote physical health have been a priority for decades, mental health has only recently gained the recognition it deserves. However, much attention…
Despite significant advances in dealing with mental health challenges, the onus remains with everyone to understand what mental health is and what are the symptoms that one needs to look out for. It is unfortunate that misunderstanding and ignorance remain formidable barriers to the effective treatment of mental health disorders. A lack of physical symptoms…
The world has become filled with idiosyncrasies. It has become a global village, yet very lonely. It has enabled technological communication, yet stunted basic human compassion. It has provided access to resources enhancing intelligence but harmed emotional intelligence. The statistics of mental health challenges are trending on social media and in the news and are…
TRUSTED LEADERSHIP Stepping into the last quarter of 2023 our country continues to grapple with a massive trust deficit that spans across leaders in both the public and private domains. In these trying times, it becomes imperative to recognise that trust is a delicate equilibrium shaped by three key attributes: technical competence (ability), genuine intentions…
In an ever-evolving global landscape, entrepreneurship stands as a powerful catalyst for change, innovation, and economic progress. Nowhere is this more evident than in South Africa, where the significance of entrepreneurship goes far beyond business ventures; it shapes the fabric of society, drives economic growth, and addresses pressing challenges. The synergy between CEOs and entrepreneurs…
The post-COVID-19 ‘new normal’ is radically different to life as we once knew it … Your working environment has expanded beyond the computer screen and office and it is possible to work virtually from anywhere as per the hybrid model. But there is a price to pay for this hybrid existence. Your eyes are in…
South Africa is faced with tough fiscal choices in an economic environment characterised by high inflation, subpar economic growth, and currently, with the ugliest record of income inequality and youth unemployment numbers. Some argue that we are on the edge of a precipice and these difficult choices cannot be deferred any further. A clear low-hanging…