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The Future of Internal Communication podcast is hosted by The Institute of Internal Communication – the only professional body solely dedicated to internal communication. This podcast hosts a range of subject matter experts from within and outside internal communication, each sharing their insights on the future of internal communication. These thought-provoking discussions address the critical role of communication as a driver of workplace trust, connection, community, collaboration, innovation, engagement, culture, change, resilience and performance. Organisations today face a rising tide of challenges, causing widespread disruption and demanding wholesale business transformation. How colleagues communicate both on- and off-line is the glue that holds organisations together. Communication cultivates goodwill and drives alignment around a shared purpose. In a rapidly evolving world, Jennifer Sproul, Dominic Walters and Cat Barnard explore opportunity for internal communicators. As work becomes increasingly digital, data driven, distributed and on-demand, their conversations with thought-leaders examine the human side of work. This series showcases the critical link between empathic communication and workplace trust, connection, community, collaboration, innovation, engagement, culture, change, resilience and performance.
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Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
Wednesday Mar 19, 2025
According to Mental Health UK, 90% of adults experienced high or extreme levels of stress in 2023, a figure that was consistent across all ages. The same research found 20% of people of working age needed to take time off due to poor mental health.
In 2025, there are all manner of reasons why people are anxious, stressed and close to burnout. The way we work isn’t working for far too many of us.
But what are the signs of burnout and what support is available? What can organisations do to help colleagues better manage their workloads? And what part can internal communication play?
In this episode, Jen, Cat and Dom chat with Tracey Hewett, a worklife coach and wellbeing trainer to understand the risks and how to avoid them.
Takeaways
- Burnout has been on the rise since the pandemic.
- Work-related stress is a significant issue affecting many employees.
- The World Health Organisation defines burnout as a syndrome from chronic workplace stress.
- Leisure activities are essential for recovery and should not be overlooked.
- Learning to say no is a powerful tool for managing workload.
- Organisations have a legal duty to ensure psychological health.
- Effective communication is key to alleviating burnout.
- Internal communicators can model supportive behaviours in the workplace.
- Recognising the signs of burnout is crucial for prevention.
- Self-care is essential for maintaining wellbeing in high-pressure environments.
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Find Tracey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyhewett/
Worklife Mindfulness: https://www.worklifemindfulness.com/
HSE - employer’s legal duty: https://www.hse.gov.uk/stress/overview.htm
Tracey’s stress audit: https://www.worklifemindfulness.com/work-related-stress-audit
Tracey’s blog about burnout: 19 things I learned from a stay at Burnout Hotel
https://www.worklifemindfulness.com/post/things-i-learned-from-burnout
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