Transitioning into a new job and a new season of life, perhaps in a new city or country can bring a lot of excitement. However, it can also come with its share of challenges. Sometimes, in our enthusiasm to excel in our careers, we may end up pushing ourselves too hard that we take on more stress than is acceptable. This can lead to burnout if we don’t manage workplace stress properly.

Leaders in an organisation play a critical role in enabling psychological safety in the workplace as they are seen as role models and have the authority to establish norms and expectations in the organisation. If you are a leader or manager, here are 6 actionable ways of how you can create psychological safety at work and lead to a better performing team.

This guide is your compass, offering essential lessons for first-time managers to navigate this new journey with confidence. Learn to handle responsibilities, manage stress, build a support system, communicate effectively, prioritise tasks, practice self-care, embrace learning, seek feedback, and maintain a positive outlook. By implementing these strategies, you can increase your chances of success as a first-time manager.

In our recent talk, “The Business Case for Mental Health in 2024”, panellists Dr. Candice Schaefer and Sabrina Ooi shared key insights on how mental health and well-being play a crucial role in an organisation’s business strategy through talent attraction, retention, engagement, and organisational & individual resilience.

The entire organisation suffers when team members feel afraid to speak up due to fear of embarrassment, rejection, or punishment. Without open and honest conversations, teams are limited in their growth, improvement, and innovation opportunities.

In today's fast-paced world, stress and pressure at work are an unavoidable reality. The key to thriving under pressure isn't superhuman strength; it's having the right tools and support to respond productively.