Episode 8 | Addressing toxic productivity

Episode Overview | Wellness Weekly Ep. 8

In this episode of Wellness Weekly, Lu Satchwell, co-founder of Syncing Minds, welcomes Jane Hollman, a senior HR executive with over 30 years of experience. Jane joins Lu to discuss the growing issue of toxic productivity in the workplace and its impact on employee wellbeing.

Drawing from personal stories and professional insights, they explore how this phenomenon, often seen as a badge of honour, can lead to burnout, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Defining toxic productivity and its signs in the workplace
  • The impact of unrealistic deadlines and constant connectivity
  • Strategies for setting boundaries and promoting work-life balance
  • The importance of role modelling healthy behaviours from leadership
  • Practical methods for prioritising tasks to manage workload
  • Addressing the cultural and individual factors that drive toxic productivity

Practical Takeaways:

  1. Prioritisation Techniques: Encourage employees to differentiate between urgent and important tasks, helping to prevent overwhelm and burnout.
  2. Set Clear Boundaries: Implement policies that support disconnecting from work outside of business hours, including during holidays, to allow employees to recharge.

Join us as we explore practical strategies and insights for recognising and mitigating toxic productivity, fostering a healthier and more sustainable work environment.

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Bullying and Mental Health in the Workplace. Insights from Joseph Catanzariti, former Vice President of the Fair Work Commission, on handling workplace bullying and its impact on employee mental health.

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