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Connections in the workplace matter more than you think. Thank you Christine Carter, Ph.D. for your vulnerability and authenticity in this Fast Company piece.

Today is World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme was chosen by a global vote open to the public: “It’s time to prioritize mental health in the workplace.” The American Psychological Association (APA) reports that 92% of people want to work for a company that provides mental health support. According to our data, we know that 66% of employees feel burnout several times a month or more. Yet more than two-thirds of employees don’t feel like their organizations care about their well-being. Where do you start when the workplace — and the world — all feel a little too overwhelming? Well, we’ve compiled a short guide with some tangible steps you can take to actually make mental health a priority at work. What other tips do you have?

We've got some big news 💫 🎉 Today, BetterUp achieved the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) Authorization with support from the Federal Aviation Administration. This significant milestone strengthens BetterUp’s role as a trusted partner, delivering secure, transformative solutions to federal agencies that enhance workforce resilience, leadership development, peak performance, and well-being through AI-powered, behavioral science-driven coaching. Check out more at the link in the comments.

Raise your hand if you’re feeling a Fall slump at work 💻🍁 If you’re wondering why, according to BetterUp insights, the start of Fall marks the lowest rates in team agility and readiness to handle conflict for employees. In fact, it is one of the highest times for burnout — more than a third of workers (36%) say their work is emotionally draining and exhausting. Feeling that? Just know that you’re not alone. Take a peek at this never-before-seen conversation with BetterUp’s Chief Impact Officer, Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex, and Pau Gasol, President of Gasol16 Ventures and the Gasol Foundation, on finding that sweet spot for purpose, performance, and productivity. Check out the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/gU-dDbus

We’ve got some discouraging news (and yeah, we know that’s not the best way to start a Monday). Your managers are probably stressed out. According to Gartner research, managers are accountable for 51% more responsibilities than they can effectively manage. The impact? ▶️ 54% are suffering from work-induced stress and fatigue ▶️ 44% are struggling to provide personalized support to their direct reports ▶️ 1 in 5 five managers say they prefer to not be a people manager if given a choice Oof. 🤔 What if leaders started looking at their managers as the difference makers in their organization? 🤔 What if leaders invested in the tools and resources needed to unlock manager effectiveness at scale? 🤔 What if leaders recognized that the traditional learning and development modules for manager effectiveness are simply just not working in today’s landscape? Before you dive headfirst into your morning coffee, there’s an antidote to help unlock the potential within your managers. It’s AI-powered—and fueled by the science of coaching. It’s here. And ready to help. Tap the link in the comments to check it out.

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves 👏

If we know one thing about the future, it’s this: Change is necessary. Change is vital. Change can unlock transformational outcomes for your business and your people. So, what happens when your people are sick of change? If you’re a manager, you’ve likely heard variations of this in your one-on-ones. If you’re a business leader, you’ve likely talked about effective change management tactics in your leadership meetings. If you’re a regular employee, you’re likely wondering: OK, what’s next? What else is going to change? Yes, change is hard. The science backs it up. According to recent research published in Forbes, while your organization’s success may depend on change, it’s critical to understand employees’ emotions as they’re working through it. We know that high levels of anxiety and stress can produce low levels of buy-in, cooperation, and enthusiasm. Translation: Decreased team performance and productivity. But there are ways to build momentum and sustainability for change in your organization—and it starts with investing in manager effectiveness. When organizations invest in their managers, BetterUp data shows that managers and their teams show: ⚡Increased resilience ⚡Better agility and adaptability ⚡Increased strategic alignment ⚡Overall better team performance Want more? Check out the link in the comments.

In your opinion, what’s the difference between a leader and a boss? Is it possible to be both?

Last week, BetterUppers around the globe pressed pause on work to help give back to the communities where we live and work as part of Volunteer Day 2024. Thanks for giving back to the causes you care about most. We're lucky to have you all on team BetterUp!

Yesterday marked the beginning of LatinX Heritage Month, a celebration from September 15 to October 15 that honors the impact of the rich cultures and contributions of the LatinX community. How are you and your organization celebrating LatinX Heritage Month?