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#Workplace Wellbeing

Advice and guidance on career paths, workplace woes, and more

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p> Dr Edward O’Connor, Associate Head of the Maynooth University School of Business. Photograph Moya Nolan</p>

health and wellbeing

How to give thanks and reap the rewards: the science behind gratitude

Gratitude, whether felt or expressed, is good for mental health, and compliments at work are an employer’s greatest asset in improving performance. The Irish should learn to be less suspicious

<p>Kiran Kumar behind his desk at work at Phonewatch: 'When I’ve done my last [night] shift, I try to stay up for as long as I can so I get back into the daytime routine. That’s what works for me.'</p>

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Entering the twilight zone... meet the workers on the nightshift

<p>According to findings shared by the European Pain Federation in 2024, more than 40 million workers in the EU have musculoskeletal problems caused by work, and these problems are a factor in 60% of cases of permanent work incapacity.</p>

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Back pain after sitting at your desk all day? Here are some simple hacks to try

Their plans for success is already succeeding

health and wellbeing

Why we’re not all open to open-plan offices

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Irish worker racially harassed after repeated 'potato' jibes by British boss

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Welfare benefits cut for 11,000 people who failed to engage with jobseekers services

Paula McGovern: Put down the cupcakes — women in business are still far from equal

Paula McGovern: Put down the cupcakes — women in business are still far from equal

International Women's Day in many workplaces is marked by celebration but little to challenge an entire business ecosystem that's designed for men, writes Paula McGovern

Sun, 08 Mar, 2026

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Remote working: Unions accuse Government of trying to 'fob off' workers with review

The Labour Party also said: 'There is no credible evidence that forcing people back into offices improves performance.'

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Employees with disabilities bring a lot to the table: ‘With the right support, there are so many jobs’

Employees with disabilities bring a lot to the table: ‘With the right support, there are so many jobs’

Employees with disabilities often bring a broad skillset to the workplace, including valuable life experience and strong problem-solving abilities

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Irish workers 'short-changed' by unfair pay – Ictu

Irish workers 'short-changed' by unfair pay – Ictu

Irish Congress of Trade Unions poll suggests 52% of workers feel their pay does not match their contribution to their job

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Inter-Firm Dragon Boat Challenge builds teams beyond the desk and across the River Lee

Inter-Firm Dragon Boat Challenge builds teams beyond the desk and across the River Lee

Events promoting workplace relationships are an ideal way to encourage communication and trust between staff members. But it’s best to match the challenge to employees’ abilities

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

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Strain of keeping up professional appearances

Networking platforms like LinkedIn can be vital for ambitious businesses or workers, but moderation is key for both mental health and success

Fri, 13 Feb, 2026

Are you actually taking your lunch break at work? Here's why skipping it is bad for your health

Are you actually taking your lunch break at work? Here's why skipping it is bad for your health

Skipping breaks during the day might seem productive, but our minds and bodies need regular rest and food to perform at their best

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

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Richard Hogan: Workplace bullies are always found out — here's how to cope in the meantime

Here's my advice if you find yourself becoming consumed with anxiety and uncertainty when the boss starts to pick on you

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Workplace burnout: 'I was so stressed in 2016 I ended the year with a collapsed lung'

Workplace burnout: 'I was so stressed in 2016 I ended the year with a collapsed lung'

Social-media photos of ‘successful’ lives often mask the painful struggle of managing career and family, with some teetering on the brink of burnout

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

Juggling breastfeeding and a full-time job: 'I worried about finding time to pump'

Juggling breastfeeding and a full-time job: 'I worried about finding time to pump'

In spite of our low breastfeeding rate, Ireland is taking the right steps to support mothers returning to work

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Businesses adding ‘small acts of kindness’ to the agenda

Businesses adding ‘small acts of kindness’ to the agenda

Along with giving financial support to local community groups and charities, companies are also encouraging staff members to volunteer

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026

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Workplace Wellbeing: Working out the best ways to resolve workplace conflicts

Instead of attempting to eliminate workplace confrontations, experts say a better approach is to learn how to manage conflict

Fri, 09 Jan, 2026

Remote working: Employers should work with staff but they cannot solve traffic jams

Remote working: Employers should work with staff but they cannot solve traffic jams

Denis O’Brien caused a stir when he hit out at remote working. While Damien McCarthy does not concur with all of Mr O'Brien's points, he welcomes a rare voice speaking up for employers

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

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Mindfulness ‘can make all the difference to our working day’

Tuning in and finding stillness can help us cope with a working day filled with non-stop deadlines, meetings, and instant messages

Fri, 02 Jan, 2026

'See every misstep as a lesson': Well-known faces share career advice they'd give to their younger selves

'See every misstep as a lesson': Well-known faces share career advice they'd give to their younger selves

Take every opportunity going, push yourself outside your comfort zone, and don’t try to figure out every step, say high-profile people and professionals

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: How to take a positive approach to to-do lists

If you’re finding the combination of work pressures, social obligations, and festive planning overwhelming, our experts have a number of strategies to help you cope.

Fri, 12 Dec, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: Put rest first to be at your best

Workplace Wellbeing: Put rest first to be at your best

Busyness has come to be seen as a badge of honour, but when it’s relentless to the point where you don’t take all your annual leave, it becomes counterproductive

Fri, 05 Dec, 2025

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Why meetings can harm worker wellbeing

Every meeting should start with a simple question: Why are we meeting?

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: You get out of your network what you put into it

Building positive relations with co-workers can boost workplace wellbeing and reduce stress levels, improving communication and engagement

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Pharmacist who was shown graphic images of genitalia by male colleague awarded almost €90,000

Pharmacist who was shown graphic images of genitalia by male colleague awarded almost €90,000

After making a formal complaint of sexual harassment to her line manager, an interview regarding her complaint did not take place for eight months

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Working Life: I was 24 and absolutely naive when I took over the pharmacy

Working Life: I was 24 and absolutely naive when I took over the pharmacy

Oonagh O’Hagan, pharmacist, Dublin

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: Volunteering becomes its own reward

Workplace Wellbeing: Volunteering becomes its own reward

Lending a hand to those in need can give back just as much, sometimes offering volunteers the opportunity to discover their career path or explore a new work direction.

Fri, 24 Oct, 2025

Women stay silent on health issues for fear of co-workers' opinions

Women stay silent on health issues for fear of co-workers' opinions

Sumi Dunne, a GP and expert on women’s health, discusses a Laya survey showing 87% of women have experienced at least one female health-related condition, but don't talk about it at work

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025

Why you don’t have to burn out to be successful

Why you don’t have to burn out to be successful

Looking back, the warning signs were there: constant tiredness, emotional flatness, skipping the things that brought me joy because there was 'no time'. I didn’t connect them to burnout until my body made the connection for me, says wellness coach Gillian O'Gorman who supports people in developing clear boundaries in their professional and personal life

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: Teamwork can turn effort into excellence

Tap in to a work network — fear of asking for help can delay progress or even lead to higher stress levels

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: How to get over that people-pleasing urge

Fear is often the driving force behind being a people pleaser. But it can lead to exhaustion and burnout. Better to learn how to stand up for yourself and get your needs met

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025

Beautiful young businesswomen having a break of work while drinking cup of coffee at home.

Workplace Wellbeing: How to master the art of small talk

Many of us dread it, but casual conversation is often the first step to meaningful connections, and with a few simple tools, it doesn’t have to be a chore

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: Are you saving enough for your retirement?

A distinct gender gap in Ireland exists when it comes to pensions, and it’s vital that women take a proactive approach to investing in their future security

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

We ditched our desk jobs to spend more time in nature — here's why

We ditched our desk jobs to spend more time in nature — here's why

If you’ve ever dreamed of ditching the conventional working world in favour of something more bucolic, you’re not the only one

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

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Aer Lingus cabin crew member who suffered miscarriage after flight takes unfair dismissal case

Woman has also filed complaints against airline to the Workplace Relations Commission

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

Working Life: Your career path doesn’t have to be traditional to lead to success

Working Life: Your career path doesn’t have to be traditional to lead to success

Sharon Scanlan, advisory partner, head of Healthcare and Life Sciences, Grant Thornton

Fri, 15 Aug, 2025

Working Life: My interest in gardening isn’t random... my great grandfather was head gardener at a stately home

Working Life: My interest in gardening isn’t random... my great grandfather was head gardener at a stately home

Covid prompted me to re-evaluate my life, when I found myself working a lot from home. I saw that I could be making better use of my time than spending hours commuting every day

Fri, 08 Aug, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: Is there a price to pay for being too likeable?

The pressure to be liked is real and often it's women who sacrifice their own preferences for those of the majority

Fri, 01 Aug, 2025

Working Life: Many Roma women had never had a cervical screening test before

Working Life: Many Roma women had never had a cervical screening test before

Gina Miyagawa, Roma health co-ordinator, Cork Kerry Community Healthcare

Fri, 04 Jul, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: Breaking the barriers that block disabled people's careers

Workplace Wellbeing: Breaking the barriers that block disabled people's careers

Many disabled people in Ireland are willing and able to work, but with our disability employment rate the lowest in the EU, more must be done to support them

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Angry businesswomen looking with hate

Workplace Wellbeing: How to deal with irritating coworkers

Experts offer advice on how to deal with coworkers who have a knack for getting under your skin at work

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

Shot of a young pregnant businesswoman standing alone in the office and suffering from abdominal pain

Workplace Wellbeing: Why compassion and time to recover are needed after an early miscarriage

Around 14,000 expectant women in Ireland lose their babies each year, but only mothers whose pregnancies end after 24 weeks are entitled to paid leave and the time to recuperate, while their partners have even fewer rights

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: We need policies that support workers through a cancer diagnosis

Workplace Wellbeing: We need policies that support workers through a cancer diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis can significantly affect a person’s career, highlighting the need for workplace policies that support employees and employers

Fri, 30 May, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: Embracing AI's work-enhancing capabilities to help us work smarter

Rather than worry about AI, experts suggest embracing its work-enhancing capabilities, which can free employees to focus on more creative tasks

Fri, 23 May, 2025

Worried businesswoman using mobile phone in office

Workplace Wellbeing: Why you shouldn't allow yourself to be a busy fool at work

Instead of reactively clearing our email inbox or replying to instant messages, we need to focus on our priorities

Fri, 16 May, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: I tested three wellbeing apps to stay motivated in work

Workplace Wellbeing: I tested three wellbeing apps to stay motivated in work

Studies have shown that healthy employees are more efficient, so employers are investing in wellbeing apps. Sharon Ní Chonchúir samples three high-profile ones

Fri, 09 May, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: How to cope with a narcissistic boss

Workplace Wellbeing: How to cope with a narcissistic boss

Narcissistic personality disorder only affects a small percentage of the population, but it’s a lot more prevalent in senior management

Fri, 02 May, 2025

SHARON DALY

Workplace Wellbeing: Most of us benefit from connecting with colleagues in the office

The focus of this year’s National Workplace Wellbeing Day is on celebrating interaction at work, with companies across the country organising events to bring employees together and foster a sense of belonging

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

NIALL O CARROLL

Workplace Wellbeing: How to stay focused at work in an age of distraction

In an age when attention is a premium commodity, it's never been easier to be distracted from the task. Instead of lecturing yourself, it's more productive to find a focus technique that works for you, whether it's using a timer, taking regular mini breaks or rewarding your efforts

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025