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Welcome to a brand new Year! Dear Friends and Colleagues, As we step into this new year, I want to reflect on the journey we’ve all been on and the opportunities that lie ahead. At the Work Wellness Institute, our mission continues to be deeply rooted in fostering healthier, more…
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Leadership, Future of Work
The Intersection of Leadership, Change, and AI in Healthcare I recently had the privilege of attending and presenting at the International Leadership Association (ILA) Conference in Chicago, an event that convenes thought leaders, researchers, and practitioners from around the world. This year’s conference was especially significant as I formally stepped…
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Mental Health, Future of Work
When I stepped into the CEO position at the Work Wellness Institute, I was introduced to vocational rehabilitation (VR), a field previously unfamiliar to me. VR is a process aimed at assisting individuals with disabilities or health conditions in securing and maintaining employment. As I delved deeper into the organization’s…
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Leadership, Future of Work
As we step into a new fiscal year, it’s a pivotal time for organizations and professionals alike to reflect on growth opportunities. In today’s ever-evolving workplace, the pursuit of continuous learning and professional development is not just an option but a necessity. At the Work Wellness Institute, we embody the…
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Disability Management, Leadership
We are seeking US or Canada-based employees with chronic pain and their leaders (e.g., managers, supervisors) to take part in a study to evaluate a pain-focused transformational leadership training program designed to improve employee’s experience of chronic pain. You can participate in the study if you are suffering from chronic…
Thoughts to Inspire
Mental Health, Occupational Health & Safety, Psychosocial Factors, Future of Work
Description Join in this conversation guided by Nina Hornjatkevyc to bolster understanding on what Burnout is, what it can look like and what to do if you’re finding it present in your workplace. With her expertise as a registered psychologist Nina highlights the importance of the individual experience and the…
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Future of Work
Description Join the discussion, where April tackles key concepts on what the future of work could, and perhaps already does, look like. In this time of seemingly continual transition, April advocates for leaders to be leaders in vulnerability, transparency, and opening the door to all conversations in support of the…
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Leadership, Occupational Health & Safety, Future of Work
I am not the first one to write about this, and I won’t be the last. However, given the work of our organization I thought it might be an appropriate article. In today’s evolving research landscape, the desire to make a tangible impact on society has become more pressing than…
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Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Future of Work
Recently, in a discussion with a potential grant funder, the economic importance of hiring individuals with disabilities emerged as a topic of great significance. This conversation brought to mind a summer class I attended with Professor John Paul Rollert, where we explored the fundamental principles outlined in Adam Smith’s influential…
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Disruption in the Workplace, Leadership, Mental Health, Psychosocial Factors
In a recent publication in the Journal of the American Psychiatric Association, concerns have bee raised about the efficacy of mental health first aid (MHFA) programs in addressing workplace mental health issues(1). Despite widespread promotion, many of these programs lack sufficient evidence to support their use by employers, often resulting…
