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Practical tips and takeaways on how to create a work culture that facilitates healthy discussion around employees' mental health and wellbeing. Mental health is an issue in every workplace. Burnout and mental health challenges lead to high turnover rates, lower productivity, and increased healthcare costs. According to Mental Health America's (MHA) Mind the Workplace 2021 Report, 95% of employees believe their employer needs to do more for employees with mental health challenges. The comprehensive workbook Connectivity & Conversations guides human resource professionals and managers in feeling prepared and confident when facing employees who may be experiencing a mental health concern. From the author of Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero, Connectivity & Conversations is a valuable resource that drives progress in teaching leaders how to support the mental health of their employees. Mike Veny is a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist(R) and best-selling author whose mission is to support you in receiving the gift of emotional wellness through unique learning experiences designed to empower your personal and professional growth. The five sections of Connectivity & Conversations cover: The ROI of mental health in the workplace Why we need to talk about mental health How to foster a workplace culture that values mental wellness How to know when an employee is struggling Strategies for discussing mental health with employees In addition, the book includes: Common myths and misconceptions about mental health The role of the leader in supporting employee mental wellness Information regarding ADA, FMLA, and HIPPA regulations A list of mental health resources, websites and hotlines Directions on how to use a mental health hotline A suggested mental health reading list Connectivity & Connections will help you elevate your corporate culture and empower your employees while decreasing turnover, increasing productivity, and decreasing rising healthcare costs.

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"""Veny, who previously wrote Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero (2018), continues to champion the positive impact of mental health initiatives in the workplace using data and statistics that show companies with mental health programs are more profitable. No stranger to mental health challenges himself, Veny, a ""Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist,"" writes from an informed perspective and has worked with top companies like Merck, T-Mobile, Microsoft, and Heineken, helping to educate staff and to prioritize mental wellness. The book's main section focuses on five topics: knowing and understanding the benefits of mental health initiatives in the workplace; understanding the importance of talking about mental health; fostering a culture that values mental wellness; identifying when an employee is struggling; and having conversations with employees about their psychological health. Veny provides signs and symptoms to help managers and co-workers alike determine if someone needs help. Responding to the new workflows created by the pandemic, the author offers a section on identifying health challenges faced by remote workers. The book offers an interactive component that encourages reflection and planning, and an appendix provides a robust list of mental health resources, hotlines, and websites along with myths and facts and a suggested reading list. Most important, Veny provides usable information for how to approach someone in distress in a way that does not breach personal boundaries but instead shows a willingness to listen and support, with opening statements, such as 'Help me understand'; 'What kind of flexibility do you need from me?'; and 'How can I support you?' All are good examples for starting a dialogue in a more positive, solution-focused way."" - Kirkus Reviews"

Veny, who previously wrote Transforming Stigma: How to Become a Mental Wellness Superhero (2018), continues to champion the positive impact of mental health initiatives in the workplace using data and statistics that show companies with mental health programs are more profitable. No stranger to mental health challenges himself, Veny, a Certified Corporate Wellness Specialist, writes from an informed perspective and has worked with top companies like Merck, T-Mobile, Microsoft, and Heineken, helping to educate staff and to prioritize mental wellness. The book's main section focuses on five topics: knowing and understanding the benefits of mental health initiatives in the workplace; understanding the importance of talking about mental health; fostering a culture that values mental wellness; identifying when an employee is struggling; and having conversations with employees about their psychological health. Veny provides signs and symptoms to help managers and co-workers alike determine if someone needs help. Responding to the new workflows created by the pandemic, the author offers a section on identifying health challenges faced by remote workers. The book offers an interactive component that encourages reflection and planning, and an appendix provides a robust list of mental health resources, hotlines, and websites along with myths and facts and a suggested reading list. Most important, Veny provides usable information for how to approach someone in distress in a way that does not breach personal boundaries but instead shows a willingness to listen and support, with opening statements, such as 'Help me understand'; 'What kind of flexibility do you need from me?'; and 'How can I support you?' All are good examples for starting a dialogue in a more positive, solution-focused way. - Kirkus Reviews

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