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Benedict Lim
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MA Applied Psychology, NIE/NTU, MFA Singapore scholarship recipient
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MSc Occupational Psychology (UK), British & Singapore Psychological Society member
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June Davies
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Latest Insights
Enhancing Team Performance: Psychological Safety Assessment Tools for Singapore Teams
Published:Understanding and fostering psychological safety is crucial for high-performing teams, especially given that Google's Project Aristotle identified it as the single strongest predictor of team success across all industries studied. Implementing effective assessment tools can help Singaporean organizations cultivate environments where employees feel safe to contribute and innovate.
ESG Reporting and Employee Mental Health: What Singapore Employers Must Disclose
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore an estimated SGD 16 billion annually, or about 2.9 per cent of the nation’s gross domestic product, highlighting the critical need for employers to address and potentially disclose their strategies for supporting employee well-being.
What EAP Utilization Rates Should Singapore Employers Expect?
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 16 billion annually, highlighting the critical need for effective support systems like Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs). Understanding expected utilization rates is key for employers to maximize the return on investment in these vital wellbeing initiatives.
Human-Centered Design in HR: Practical Guide for Singapore Firms
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 16 billion annually in reduced productivity and absenteeism, highlighting the urgent need for more effective, human-centered HR strategies. By focusing on employee needs, firms can create supportive environments that improve well-being and engagement.
Maximizing Training Grants for Mental Health Initiatives in Singapore SMEs
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually in reduced productivity and absenteeism, highlighting the critical need for strategic investment in mental well-being programs. Singaporean SMEs can leverage various government grants to offset the costs of implementing such vital training.
Wellbeing as Competitive Advantage: Singapore Case Studies 2026
Published:Investing in employee wellbeing is not just a moral imperative but a strategic business advantage, especially in Singapore. The World Health Organization estimates that depression and anxiety cost the global economy around US$1 trillion each year in lost productivity, highlighting the significant economic impact of mental health challenges.
Emotional Labor in Singapore Service Industries: A HR Guide
Published:Emotional labor, the management of one's own emotions to present a desired public face, is a significant factor in Singapore's service industries. Poor employee mental health, often exacerbated by emotional labor, costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually in lost productivity, highlighting the urgent need for HR to address this issue.
Building the Business Case for Workplace Mental Health: A CFO-Ready Framework
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually in reduced productivity and absenteeism, highlighting the critical need for a robust business case for mental health initiatives.
EAP for Hybrid and Remote Teams: Singapore Best Practices 2026
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually in lost productivity, highlighting the critical need for effective support systems. Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) are a vital tool to address this, especially for the unique challenges faced by hybrid and remote teams.
Building a Robust Workplace Crisis Response Plan from Scratch
Published:Workplace crises, particularly those impacting mental well-being, can severely disrupt operations and employee health. With lost productivity due to depression and anxiety costing the global economy US$1 trillion annually, according to the World Health Organization, proactive crisis response planning is essential for organizational resilience and employee support.
Navigating MOM Workplace Safety and Health Grants in Singapore for 2026
Published:Investing in employee mental well-being is crucial, especially given that depression and anxiety cost the global economy an estimated US$1 trillion annually in lost productivity, as reported by the World Health Organization. Singaporean employers can leverage grants like the Enterprise Development Grant to support these vital initiatives.
Crafting an Effective EAP RFP for Singapore Companies
Published:Employers in Singapore are increasingly recognizing the importance of mental well-being, with the Ministry of Manpower recommending that organizations consider implementing measures like Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs). Globally, depression and anxiety cost the economy US$1 trillion annually in lost productivity, underscoring the financial imperative for robust workplace mental health support.
Singapore Budget 2026: What Employers Should Know About Mental Health Funding
Published:With nearly a third of young people in Singapore reporting symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress, the need for robust workplace mental health support is clear. Employers can leverage government grants like the Enterprise Development Grant and SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit to fund structured mental well-being programs, aligning with the Tripartite Advisory's recommendations.
Employee Experience Design: Getting HR and Finance Buy-In in Singapore
Published:Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually, highlighting the critical need for strategic employee experience design. Securing buy-in from HR and Finance is essential to implement initiatives that address these costs and foster a thriving workforce.
AI Coaching vs Human Coaching for Leaders: Which Works Better
Published:The global economy faces a significant challenge, with depression and anxiety costing an estimated US$1 trillion each year in lost productivity, highlighting the critical need for effective leadership support. As workplaces evolve, the debate between AI and human coaching for leaders intensifies, each offering distinct advantages in fostering mental well-being and productivity.
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