Charlie Brackley And Steve Phillip, Mental Health At Work

This conversation delves into the critical topic of mental health in the workplace, featuring insights from Steve Phillip (The Jordan Legacy) and Charie Brackley. They share their personal experiences and professional backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of open discussions about mental health, the impact of corporate responsibility, and the need for supportive environments. The dialogue highlights the alarming statistics surrounding suicide and mental health issues, urging companies to take meaningful action rather than merely ticking boxes. The speakers advocate for genuine engagement and training to foster a culture of care and understanding within organizations. This conversation delves into the significance of vulnerability in leadership, the duty of care that managers have towards their employees, and the importance of creating a supportive workplace culture. The speakers discuss the need for frameworks to enhance employee wellbeing, the challenges of measuring engagement, and the universality of mental health issues. They emphasize the necessity of having difficult conversations and applying training beyond the workplace to foster genuine connections.

Takeaways

• Mental health conversations are vital in the workplace.
• Personal experiences shape our understanding of mental health.
• Suicide rates are disproportionately higher among men.
• Companies often fail to grasp the connection between mental health and productivity.
• Creating a supportive work environment is essential for employee wellbeing.
• Isolation in certain roles can exacerbate mental health issues.
• Intent and tone matter in conversations about mental health.
• Training is necessary for effective communication about mental health.
• Corporate responsibility should go beyond superficial measures.
• Leadership plays a crucial role in setting the tone for mental health discussions. Vulnerability is a strength in leadership.
• A duty of care is essential for managers.
• Investing in employee wellbeing yields significant returns.
• Caring for employees should be simple and genuine.
• The workplace culture impacts employee engagement.
• Mental health issues affect everyone, regardless of rank.
• Difficult conversations are necessary for growth.
• Training should be applicable in all areas of life.
• Creating a safe space for conversations is crucial.
• Cultural integration of mental health discussions is vital.

Sound Bites

• "We try and make it far simpler than it is."
• "Be strong enough to be vulnerable"
• "Caring about our people is simple"
• "We have a duty of care"
• "For every one pound invested, four pound return"
• "It's about the culture and the environment"
• "We need to talk about things that are real"
• "Navigating difficult conversations is essential"
• "If it's true, it's probably true everywhere"

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to Mental Health in the Workplace
• 4:50 The Impact of Personal Loss on Mental Health Advocacy
• 5:50 Understanding Suicide Statistics and Prevention
• 7:22 Corporate Responsibility: Are Companies Doing Enough?
• 9:39 Creating a Supportive Work Environment
• 12:57 The Isolation of Certain Roles and Its Effects
• 15:14 Identifying Mental Health Issues in the Workplace
• 16:28 The Importance of Intent in Conversations
• 19:29 Training and Techniques for Better Communication
• 22:20 Balancing Care and Professionalism in the Workplace
• 25:51 Engaging Employees in Mental Health Conversations
• 27:44 Creating a Psychologically Safe Workplace
• 30:52 The Importance of Vulnerability in Leadership
• 33:04 Duty of Care: A Manager's Responsibility
• 36:44 Creating a Framework for Employee Wellbeing
• 39:17 Measuring Employee Engagement and Care
• 43:54 Cultural Integration of Mental Health Conversations
• 46:15 The Universality of Mental Health Issues
• 49:00 Navigating Difficult Conversations
• 51:57 Applying Training Beyond the Workplace