Creating a Mentally Healthy Workplace: Insights and Strategies with Andrea Herron

Unlock the secrets to creating a mentally healthy workplace with insights from Andrea Herron, CHRO at WebMD. Listen as Andrea opens up to guest host Bob Goodwin about her book, "There's an Elephant in Your Office," co-written with her sister, which addresses the stigma around mental health and provides practical strategies to support employees. Learn from Andrea’s personal experiences and gain a deeper understanding of why it's crucial to recognize behavioral changes in employees, especially in today’s era of remote work.Bob and Andrea also discuss why managers, not just HR pros, need to lead the charge in mental health conversations and how this can foster trust and loyalty within teams. Andrea emphasizes the importance of equipping managers with the right tools and language to navigate these sensitive discussions. She shares wellness strategies, such as effective communication practices, resiliency techniques, and valuable resources like Mental Health America and the Veterans Crisis Line. Tune in to enhance your workplace culture with actionable tips and learn how to promote a psychologically safe environment where employees feel comfortable discussing their mental wellness.Support the showFeature Your Brand on the HRchat PodcastThe HRchat show has had 100,000s of downloads and is frequently listed as one of the most popular global podcasts for HR pros, Talent execs and leaders. It is ranked in the top ten in the world based on traffic, social media followers, domain authority & freshness. The podcast is also ranked as the Best Canadian HR Podcast by FeedSpot and one of the top 10% most popular shows by Listen Score. Want to share the story of how your business is helping to shape the world of work? We offer sponsored episodes, audio adverts, email campaigns, and a host of other options. Check out packages here.Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletterCheck out our in-person events