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Jacquie Bhana, High Performance Coach, experience. Just to perhaps social and environmental by preventing stress-related managers encourage open
Mentor and Counsellor reinforce a few numbers in South considerations. illnesses and mental health conversations and help reduce
Africa alone: one in four people Businesses typically focus issues. Improved employee the stigma surrounding mental
suffer or have suffered from retention is also a major health, making employees feel
ver the last year, I have depression, most suicides stem on their profits, yet the cost of benefit, as a supportive work more comfortable seeking help.
had an overwhelming from depression and for each mental health severely impacts environment encourages staff to This action, in turn, enhances
Oresponse to my work with person who dies from suicide, on their financial performance. stay longer, reducing turnover employee engagement, as
individuals and businesses in ten people have attempted it. The impact of mental health costs and recruitment expenses. Lastly, supported employees are more
mental health. You may know Research has shown that 80% of South African business around prioritising mental well-being committed to their work, leading
that one of my niche offerings people will come to work despite R2 billion per annum in lost enhances an organisation’s to higher productivity and lower
is mental health coaching and experiencing depression, 75% productivity. And according to reputation, making it more turnover rates. Additionally,
counselling in the workplace refuse to get treatment, and 75% the World Health Organization attractive to top talent and when managers understand the
– a subject that I am extremely don’t disclose because there is no (WHO) more estimates suggest fostering a positive workplace impact of burnout and stress, they
passionate about. I have also done support or guidance. that depression and anxiety culture. are more likely to advocate for
webinars on this subject with disorders alone cost the global policies that promote a healthy
great response. Fourth Bottom Line economy around R1 trillion each For the above to take effect, work-life balance, benefiting both
Mental health is important both Against that backdrop, did you year in lost productivity. In companies need their managers to individuals and the organisation.
be on board and key player in this
addition, prioritising employee
for business and employees and in know that the fourth bottom mental health leads to a more process. Many of the solutions Lastly, mental health training
previous articles I discussed the line in the context of mental engaged, productive and to drive company success is improves team dynamics by
sobering and frightening statistics health and business, refers to satisfied workforce, ultimately that of the destigmatisation of strengthening cohesion and trust,
– behind each number is a living the growing recognition that boosting the company’s overall mental health and the training which enhances collaboration and
human being. I have had the investing in employee mental performance. of managers in the workplace. overall performance.
privilege to work with a number well-being, significantly impacts Whilst many managers have this The above short summary
of individuals recently, and it the bottom line? This impact sits Further to anxiety and responsibility, they are sorely regarding mental health in the
has been an extremely humbling alongside traditional financial, depression, which are the leading lacking in skills and capacity. workplace cannot be overstated,
causes of mental health concerns, and therefore the need to train
there are a number of other Management Training For managers cannot even be
1 DAY conditions that are important Managers debated. As the global landscape
to be aware of. In a recent
discussion with a manager on this To help with addressing this continues to evolve, prioritising
mental health is not just a moral
TRAINING topic, she raised the importance problem in a small way, I am very obligation but also a business
excited to be offering management
of male mental health for focus
FOR MANAGERS and attention, as well as female training for managers to manage imperative, given its impact on
menopause. the mental health challenge in the bottom line.
the workplace. A decision to My first training programme
Numerous Benefits offer this training was reached for managers is scheduled for
Focusing on employee mental after engaging with a number of 30 April 2025. This is a one-day
health brings numerous business colleagues who stressed programme, at a cost of R2500. It
benefits to businesses. It leads a strong need for this training, will be held at the Absa corporate
to increased productivity as which will cover solutions for office in Umhlanga. Interested
employees feel more engaged both them and their employees. individuals are invited to reply
and motivated in their work. Training managers in mental early to avoid disappointment,
Reduced absenteeism is health awareness and support is given the heightened interest in
another key advantage, essential for several reasons. Early the session . 
as a healthier workforce identification of issues is enabled,
takes fewer sick days. allowing timely interventions To book or to contact Jacquie for more
Additionally, businesses that can prevent challenges information:

can experience lower from escalating. By fostering C: +27 (0)83 386 8343
healthcare costs a supportive environment, E: Jacquie.bhana@mbhana.co.za
W: www.jacquiebhana.co.za
Don’t let fear hold you back — reserve your spot today!

Weds, 08h00
30 Apr 16h00 to

ABSA, 33 Richefond Circle,
Ridgeside, Umhlanga

Cost: R2500

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Jacquie SPOT NOW

+27 83 386 8343 | Jacquie.bhana@mbhana.co.za | www.jacquiebhana.co.za

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