A recent study by recruitment firm Robert Walters found that 72% of Gen Z workers prefer advancing in individual contributor roles over middle management due to the stress associated with the latter. This trend, dubbed 'conscious unbossing', reflects a generation prioritizing personal fulfillment and work-life balance over traditional corporate hierarchies. Many young professionals like Radwa are opting for entrepreneurial ambitions alongside their careers, while others like Ahmed are concerned about the mental health implications of taking on management roles. A global study by Capterra found that 75% of millennial managers report feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and burned out, contributing to Gen Z's reluctance to pursue leadership positions. As a result, hiring experts like Lisa Handschuh note that Gen Z tends to shy away from managerial roles, valuing work-life balance and mental health more than previous generations.
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/jobs/conscious-unbossing-why-most-gen-z-employees-dont-want-managerial-rolesThe Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has taken steps to address mental health issues among its personnel. The force has implemented a series of measures including daily "briefing-debriefing" sessions, an online grievance portal, and 24x7 tele-counselling services. A comprehensive mental health study was conducted in collaboration with AIIMS, New Delhi, which found that two-thirds of personnel grievances were related to posting matters affecting their personal life. In response, the CISF notified a new HR policy in December 2024 to ensure better work-life balance through choice-based postings, particularly catering to the needs of working women, married couples and personnel nearing retirement.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/cisf-sees-40-decline-in-deaths-among-its-personnel/article69054268.eceA recent pilot program conducted by the nonprofit organization 4 Day Week Global found that nearly 90% of workers who participated in a four-day workweek trial wanted to continue with this arrangement. The participants reported improved work-life balance, reduced stress levels and better physical and mental health as benefits of the shorter workweek. This finding is significant given Singapore's recent introduction of guidelines requiring companies to consider employee requests for flexible work arrangements, including four-day workweeks and staggered hours.
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2024/12/09/japan-tokyo-four-day-workweek/3281733801059/Singapore's Centre for Domestic Employees (CDE) will introduce Chinese dialect courses such as Hokkien and Cantonese next year to help migrant domestic workers communicate more effectively with their employers. The initiative aims to foster trust and long-lasting relationships between domestic workers and their employers, according to Minister of State for Education and Manpower Gan Siow Huang. In addition to language courses, the CDE will offer advanced caregiving training in partnership with the Healthcare Academy, including courses in dementia care and infant care. The CDE will also provide free counselling services and mental health workshops through its partnership with Silver Ribbon (Singapore), a non-profit organisation focused on combatting mental health stigma. As of June 2024, there were over 294,900 migrant domestic workers in Singapore, making up 19 per cent of the city-state's total foreign workforce.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/singapore/2024/12/08/singapore-to-introduce-hokkien-and-cantonese-lessons-for-migrant-domestic-workers-to-improve-communication/159275A study has found that Hong Kong community care teams who received mental health training are more effective at identifying and communicating with mentally ill residents than formal medical professionals. The trained care teams, which have strong ties with local residents, can provide basic services to those in need. Lawmaker Bill Tang Ka-piu of the Federation of Trade Unions has called for the training to be expanded to all community care teams to help address mental health issues in Hong Kong society.
https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3289884/hong-kong-care-teams-mental-health-training-better-identifying-cases-study-finds?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionCorrections officials in Canada are sounding the alarm about the growing crisis in their facilities, citing a lack of resources and support as a major contributor to the problem. According to Correctional Service Canada (CSC) data, nearly 700 officers are currently on extended leave due to workplace trauma or injury, with many experiencing mental health issues within the first five years of service. The Union of Concerned Corrections Employees (UCCO) is calling for increased funding and support for staff, warning that if action isn't taken, the situation will only worsen and could potentially lead to a tragic loss of life.
https://globalnews.ca/news/10904213/sask-corrections-officers-sound-alarm-facility-conditions/The 69th annual Montana Grain Growers Association (MGGA) convention and trade show is being held in Great Falls, bringing together around 1,000 attendees and 140 vendors from across the state. The event focuses on the importance of mental health for farmers, who often face financial stresses and isolation. MGGA Vice President Klayton Lohr notes that farming can be a solitary profession, citing his own experiences with drought in North-Central Montana. MGGA President Boyd Heilig emphasizes the need for a community among farmers, stating that the industry is on the verge of a crisis. The event also addresses the upcoming Farm Bill and potential tariffs under the new administration, with Heilig noting that the MGGA can be proactive about these issues.
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