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Managers, are you constantly starting over with new team members? When top talent walks out the door, you scramble to fill the gap. Sound familiar? Frustrating, isn't it? April is 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵. It’s time to rethink how we support our teams and help them thrive and reduce their stress. Fostering confidence and lowering stress within your people is a crucial element of team success. Reducing stress is more than creating a positive environment; it’s about empowering individuals to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully. How do you know it matters? 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴: ↳ They perform better, ↳ They collaborate effectively and ↳ They stay motivated. Imagine leading a team that feels confident in their abilities and empowered to take on challenges. — If you’re looking for ways to retain your top talent and cultivate a thriving team, NOVA can help you. 𝘽𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙖 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 with Clare Davis today to learn more about how we support leaders in building lasting, high-performing teams. She has written a blog below called 3 Key Ways to Build Lasting and Strong Teams. Feel free to share it with your network. #managementskills #workplaceculture #retaintalent #humanresources #teammanagement 

Are you getting enough sleep? Did you know the average adult needs 𝟳-𝟵 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 of sleep? How much are you really getting? A recent article highlights how modern life—caffeine, screens, even room temperature—steals precious sleep, leaving many of us running on empty. With 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝟭𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, let's commit to prioritising rest. Here's the challenge: Go to bed 1-2 hours earlier tonight and aim for at least 7 hours. Why? Because 𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀—lower productivity, more mistakes, increased sick days, and strained relationships. On the flip side, a well-rested team is more focused, collaborative, and resilient. Read Clare Davis' blog below and learn more about how prioritising sleep is a game-changer for you and your teams! 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: How much sleep are you getting now compared to your 20s? More or less? We’d love to hear your thoughts. #peoplecontinuity #mentalfitness #stressmanagement #sleepwell

It is 𝙍𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙤𝙢 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙆𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 Week! Let’s talk about kindness in the workplace. Have you ever experienced how a small act of kindness—like a surprise coffee, a heartfelt ‘thank you,’ or even just lending a listening ear—can make a 𝗯𝗶𝗴 difference in your day at work? Does kindness go a long way in creating a more positive and productive environment for everyone on your team? Does it improve team morale? Let us know your thoughts through the poll below. And if you have a story about kindness at work, please share it in the comments, too. Let’s spread joy this week! #kindnessatwork #positivementalhealth #managers #teamculture

Did you know that people with 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗺 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝟴𝟬% 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝘀𝘂𝗲 personal goals and overcome challenges? And that’s a big deal! Why? Because self-esteem isn’t just about feeling good but about building the confidence to thrive in life. 👉 Clare Davis shared a quick video about this below. Here are 3 easy ways to elevate your self-esteem this month: 1️⃣ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗿𝘆.  Take a few minutes each day to write down things you're grateful for—and don’t forget to celebrate your wins, big or small. 2️⃣𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 + 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀.  Stand tall, look in the mirror, and say something kind to yourself. If you’re up for it, try Power Poses (thank you, Amy Cuddy!) She says, “Our bodies change our minds, and our minds can change our behaviour, and our behaviour can change our outcomes.” 3️⃣𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲.  You know the ones—those friends and colleagues who uplift and encourage you. Spend more time with them! Self-esteem is foundational to our mental health, success, and happiness. Why not use this month to nurture your self-worth and build a more positive self-image? 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂: What’s one thing you do to boost your self-esteem when feeling low? #humanresources #managementdevelopment #positiveselfimage

Is it a ‘New Year, New You’?✨ We are now in January—a perfect time to set the tone for the year 2025. Are you on track with your goals? Whether your goals are big, small, or still forming, we're here to help you find clarity and focus. Goal setting doesn’t have to feel like a chore. It’s an opportunity to realign with what truly matters to you—both personally and professionally. NOVA's Clare Davis helps leaders and their teams turn intentions into action, and she had the privilege of speaking with some fantastic experts on this very topic. On her 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀 YouTube channel, you’ll find conversations with experts who are also continuously helping managers and their teams set goals. 1️⃣ Jon Brooks 2️⃣ Dr. Virpi Tervonen, CEC 3️⃣ Dave Williams Watch these YouTube interviews [links below]. --- If you are still feeling stuck and need guidance, you can book a chat and have a virtual coffee with Clare Davis anytime. 💙 And here’s another thought: Do you have someone in your life, or someone you follow, who inspires you when it comes to setting goals? We’d love to hear about them! #mentalfitness #mentalhealth #leadershipdevelopment

Happy New Year to you all! 🎉🎉🎉 Setting goals in the New Year is vital, but many people do not set realistic goals. They set New Year's resolutions, but are they realistic and achievable? Here’s the hard truth—people often do not plan their goals. Do you agree? So we'd like to know: What is your Number 1 Goal for 2025? Feel free to take your pick or share your thoughts below. #workplacewellbeing #wellbeingmatters #polloftheday #emotionalfitness

Teams that regularly celebrate achievements are 𝟯𝟭% 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱, leading to higher staff retention rates! In the final 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀 episode of 2024, Clare Davis has been joined by Dr. Steve Boorman, an experienced Occupational Health Specialist, to explore: ✨ Why celebrating your team’s wins boosts morale and retention ✨ How goal-setting can energise your team for the year ahead This conversation was live on Christmas Day—perfect for unwinding with some holiday cheer and setting the stage for a thriving 2025! QUESTION: What's one team win you’re celebrating this year? — Thank you for always supporting our 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀 guests and episodes! ✨ #mentalfitness #mentalhealthawareness #staffretentionstrategies

Two lovely ladies from recruitment have joined Clare Davis on the latest episodes of 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀! Let’s dive deeper into the importance of 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 in the workplace. 🎙️As a Financial Recruitment Expert with years of experience, 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 brings her unique perspective on how Psychological Safety builds confidence in teams. Her key takeaway? “𝘏𝘢𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘬𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.” 🎙️𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗸𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝗺𝗮𝗻, the Director of BeeLine Recruitment, shares her expertise from the marketing, sales, and recruitment industries. In our conversation, she emphasises the link between motivation and psychological safety, saying, “𝘌𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘺𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘱𝘴𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘫𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘦𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.” These episodes can help leaders and teams create supportive and high-performing workplaces. 👉 Catch the episodes now on YouTube and discover practical strategies for fostering Psychological Safety in your teams. Don’t forget to hit Subscribe to stay updated on more enriching conversations. #teammanagement  #retainingtalent  #mentalfitness #mentalhealthawareness

Workplace productivity during the festive season often dips, do you agree? The key contributors are distractions, winter illnesses, and personal stressors. While this season often brings joy, connection, and celebration, it’s also a time of 𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘃𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆. Did you know that January sees 53% more sick days compared to other months, and winter stress impacts morale and motivation significantly? 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀: clear communication, flexibility, and mental fitness strategies can help teams thrive during this time! 🎄 In Clare Davis' latest blog, she shares 5 Skills For Leaders To Ensure Teams Feel Psychologically Safe Over The Festive Period.  Leaders and Managers, you still have a few more days to inspire your teams to end the year on a strong note. And if you're looking for support or want to learn how to improve your mental fitness, let's chat! Clare Davis offers Positive Intelligence® coaching to help you boost performance, improve wellbeing, and strengthen relationships at work. #businesscontinuity #managementtips #leadership #employeeengagement #hrskills

Today is not just about the chance to wear fun sweaters — But a fantastic opportunity to boost connection and spread cheer at work. Watch Clare Davis' video below. 🎄On Christmas Jumper Day, why don’t you: → Organise lighthearted activities to break down barriers, communicate, and support one another. → Take time to laugh or debate the best festive designs. → Encourage everyone to join in and be reminded of the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels they belong. So, if your team is taking part today, celebrate it fully!!🎉 We would love to see some of your photos or your team's rocking their Christmas jumpers! Share them in the chat below. #mentalfitness #mentalhealthawareness