For Businesses and Organisations

How The Good Listener Benefits Your Company

Prevention is always better than cure. Imagine if employees had access to an anonymous service where they could share their dilemmas and concerns without fear of judgment or diagnosis. A safe space to discuss the small issues that may be bothering them before they escalate into major burdens on their mental health. Why do we wait until our mental well-being deteriorates before seeking help?

Implementing simple measures to protect your employees’ well-being makes sense. The Good Listener is here to help your team express their emotions and lighten their burdens. By providing a space where they can talk freely, be heard, and have their feelings validated without the fear of social judgment, we enable them to clear their minds and focus on their work.

Understanding Presenteeism and Absenteeism

Absenteeism refers to an employee’s habitual absence from work beyond acceptable reasons like vacations, illness, or emergencies. It can stem from job dissatisfaction, personal issues, or chronic medical problems, and prolonged absences can harm reputations and job security.

Businesses and organisations are aware of the negative impact of Absenteeism and the financial cost of it is well documented and researched. However, Presenteeism, is often neglected and dismissed in the workplace. Presenteeism costs almost £12B a year in the UK alone.

Presenteeism occurs when an employee is present at work whilst suffering from a physical, emotional or psychological health impairment.  Essentially, employees are physically at work but unable to fully perform due to illness, injury, or other conditions, leading to reduced productivity and a higher chance of mistakes.

When an employee is physically present but mentally preoccupied, the consequences can be significant. Worries, distractions, stress, or anger can lead to decreased engagement and productivity. As human beings, it’s challenging to leave personal issues at home; our emotions and concerns follow us into the workplace. Research shows that presenteeism can result in low team morale, prolonged health issues, poor employee retention, and financial losses for the company.

We are here to assist your employees to be ‘Present’ at work. Our service integrates seamlessly into your existing Health and Wellness packages, offering approachable, stigma-free mental support for your company. This preventative measure helps sustain mental well-being. Remember, it’s not therapy; it’s a form of self-care.