Company Reviews Can Be a Lifeline
“This company doesn’t care about its employees. If it did, I could unplug on vacation, but I can’t!” “Management could care less if I need a mental health day. Not a place who cares.” “I felt the pay and benefits were not keeping up with the workload.” “Stay away! Way too many hours and so […]
Incorporating Diversity into Your Communication: A Guide to Authenticity
In the workplace, communicating with authority is a key element to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Knowing how to effectively communicate with colleagues and management is critical in order to create a respectful environment that embraces different ideas and perspectives. Through DEIB initiatives, organisations can not only increase productivity but also create an […]
What is Psychological Safety? And why is it Even More Important for minority communities like LGBTQ+
Psychological safety is the unfettered access to bring one’s whole self to work. Rather than hiding, concealing, or feigning an identity, it demands that all members of an organisation be authentic and cooperative. When a psychologically secure environment is established, people are able to communicate and collaborate with ease while fostering an atmosphere of curiosity […]
Why Disability Awareness Training in the Workplace is Important
Disability Awareness is a topic that is essential for both employees and employers. There are many ways to promote disability awareness in the workplace, but the most important way is through education. Employers can provide training on how to be more accessible and inclusive of people with disabilities, and employees can learn about what disabilities […]
Why Hybrid and Flexible Working is Key to Productivity and Good Mental Health
In an era of unprecedented disruption, the notion of hybrid work is something that many find unfamiliar. Indeed, while it represents a sharp departure from the traditional work model, what exactly constitutes this innovative approach to employment remains an open question. To gain insight into its evolution over time and explore its effects on society […]
Why you should kick-start a workplace wellbeing plan this January!
Christmas and New Year are often a season of extravagance, during which we indulge ourselves with copious amounts of alcohol and chocolate. This is particularly true in December when compared to any other time in the year. As the festive season draws to a close, that final selection box will surely be purged of its […]
The Connection Between Mental Health and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Mental health is a term which can cover a multitude of different issues. However, it is important to note that mental health can be affected by diversity, equity, and inclusion. According to a Forbes article, mental health and diversity and inclusion (D&I) are interrelated, pointing out how employees from diverse backgrounds may be faced with several […]
Looking Back on 2022
It has been a busy year for the Netwomen™️ team, and we thought it only fitting to delve a little deeper as to what we achieved, and some highlights, over the past year. At the beginning of 2022 Netwomen™️ consisted of CEO, Pinky Ghadiali, and 8 Ambassadors. Since then, it has grown to over 10 […]
How to be more productive: tips from our productivity coach
When you take the time to think about your day-to-day routine and how you spend your time, you’ll see that productive hours are all over the place. How you run your business, the products and services you offer, the tasks that need to be completed, and the people you work with directly impact your productivity […]
How to prioritise time as a busy working mum
Being a working mum can sometimes feel like being a juggler in the circus, with so many things pulling you in different directions all at once. Making time to work, for your children and for yourself can seem completely impossible at times, which is why Claudia Romero, a great friend to the netwomen community and […]