HR editorial team tries... standing desks

Health professionals are adamant that sitting all day is bad for health and productivity. We put that to the test

Helping those who experience panic attacks at work

Mind's head of workplace wellbeing, Emma Mamo, on how to best support employees with panic disorders

BITC launches free mental health toolkit

The toolkit includes tips on how to build a positive workplace culture and providing support

No help for employees caring for cancer patients

Half of managers say their company has no formal policy for employees caring for someone with cancer

We are human beings not human doings

No-one's ever taught us how to thrive in today's always-on world. Step forward mindfulness

Respect your 'me' time and you'll improve your health and productivity

As my hours of exercise went up, my hours of work came down – but my productivity and impact at work rocketed.

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The impact of employees' heavy drinking on business

11% of men and 4% of women say they regularly go to work hungover, which affects their productivity

How to become a corporate athlete

Managers need to be both ‘sprinters’ and ‘marathoners' – delivering energy over short periods and long hours

Tackling panic disorders at work

Around 5% of those who suffer from panic attacks have felt disbelieved by family, friends or at work

Employees find work meetings pointless and stressful

Many workers admit to being bored or distracted during meetings, and let their attention wander

UK workers cannot afford time off for illness

Employees also lack of knowledge of how sick pay works, assuming they'll receive their normal salary