business matters
february/march 2019 october/november 2019 business business edge edge
The Creative Group expand into Manor Royal HQ The Creative Group - A multi-award-winning full-service marketing and design agency, this month moved into its brand-new office on Manor Royal, Crawley. The move comes as a direct result of the group’s continued and substantial growth over the past 24 months, which has seen it acquire several new, notable clients, including Sally Gunnell OBE, as well as growing its international client base in territories such as China, Jordan and North America. As well as the office providing a thriving new workspace for The Creative Group team to work from, the company is looking forward to welcoming its clients - old and new - to its brand-new headquarters. The office, which was fitted out by two of the company’s clients, Citrus Signs and Space Link office is set to be the perfect environment for continued growth and client acquisition for the business.
Matt Turner, CEO & Founder of The Creative Group, said: “We are going through the company’s biggest growth spurt in its 13-year history so moving into bigger and better premises seemed a natural choice. Our team have been so excited to move into the new office, and I personally cannot wait to host our client meetings in our new premises and get down to business. This move marks an important point for us all at The Creative Group; we’re at a real turning point in terms of our growth, and it’s the perfect office space for us to continue that into 2020, and beyond! I’d especially like to thank Spacelink and Citrus Signs, for making sure our new office is dressed to impress.” www.creativepod.net
Why looking after your employees’ mental health makes sound business sense For many, the workplace is a major part of our lives, but it can also be a significant source of mental distress that has substantial and widespread effects throughout a business. Amanda Kirtland-Page Director Bluestone Corporate Wellbeing
There is not a shadow of doubt that supporting a culture of wellbeing within an organisation is vital to the health and success of the company. One of the easiest, most effective ways to support staff is by providing in-house wellbeing talks. Even a 90 minute talk can offer a significant amount of support. Here is a summary of a talk offered by Bluestone Corporate Wellbeing:
Understanding & Managing Stress Identifying areas of stress – a stress indicator sheet for staff to work through is ideal in recognising where stress lies at work and home.
Recognising different types of stress and individual responses is critical in working out an effective ‘plan of action’. Stress used as a strength needs to be highlighted and explored. Physical and psychological effects can be harnessed and can have a very positive, empowering impact at work. Biochemistry of stress is key. Understanding the Sympathetic NS (fight/flight response) vs the Parasympathetic NS (internal stability) and how employees can consciously switch from one to another when in crisis is invaluable. A talk should offer techniques, strategies, ideas and support to deal with both short-term and long-term stress. This should also include changing thought patterns to remain mentally healthy, mental and physical exercises for homeostasis and developing better interpersonal skills, so staff have more options on how to respond at difficult times.
Companies have a duty of care for the mental health of their employees and good wellbeing talks are fast becoming a great option for ensuring staff feel confident and content. If you are interested in finding out more about Bluestone programmes, please contact founder and director, Amanda Kirtland-Page at www.bluestonecorporatewellbeing.co.uk
AS A CHAMBER MEMBER YOU’RE WELL CONNECTED
5