Episode 54: Kathy Hayman - You just never know what's around the corner

SummaryIn this episode of the Meet Your Inspiration podcast, hosts Meri and Rich welcome back Kathy Hayman, who shares her journey of launching her new business, Better Minds, Better Business. Kathy discusses the importance of mental health in the workplace, particularly for small businesses, and the need for effective workplace stress policies. She highlights the impact of stress on productivity and employee wellbeing, and how her new venture aims to provide resources and support for business owners and their staff. The conversation emphasises the value of creating a supportive business culture and the potential return on investment for prioritising employee wellbeing.Key Points- Kathy Hayman shares her journey of launching Better Minds, Better Business.- Workplace stress significantly impacts productivity and employee wellbeing.- 75% of small businesses lack workplace stress policies.- Mental health issues account for 50% of working days lost in the UK.- Investing in employee wellbeing can yield a 500% return.- Creating a supportive business culture is essential for success.- Networking and support are crucial for small business owners.- Kathy's new business offers resources for both owners and employees.- The pilot program aims to help businesses implement wellbeing strategies.- Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, contributing significantly to income. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Inspiration and Empowerment01:22 Kathy Hayman's Journey and New Business05:04 Understanding Workplace Stress and Its Impact09:18 The Importance of Mental Health in Small Businesses13:45 Navigating Business Challenges and Finding Support18:38 The Launch of Better Minds, Better Business23:31 Creating a Supportive Business Culture28:17 The Value of Employee Wellbeing33:16 Pilot Program and Future AspirationsCheck out Kathy's new Business!https://bettermindsbetterbusiness.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyhayman/ Our sponsors:https://www.hempsteadhouse.co.uk/https://whatsoninkent.com/https://theitrustapp.com/If you like what we are doing and would like to support us, you can buy us a coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/MeetYourInspiration