Julia Lyons

1 month ago | employernews.co.uk | Julia Lyons |Lisa Baker

Written by Dr Julia Lyons, Senior Clinical Lead, Onebright This week is Debt Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is around breaking down the stigma and shame associated with being in debt. It is perhaps not surprising to hear that the number of individuals in debt has increased over recent years. In 2023, 15% of the UK population, equivalent to 8 million people, required debt advice.

Nov 18, 2024 | smeweb.com | Julia Lyons |Ankita Agrawal

By Dr Julia Lyons, above, Senior Clinical Lead,  Onebright Absenteeism affects all workplaces and costs them a significant amount in lost time and productivity. It is estimated 4.8 days a year are lost per employee in the UK, the highest rate of absenteeism in a decade. And it is important to note that this is not referring to authorised days off for holiday or sickness but rather the unexpected and unscheduled days or hours lost to other causes.

Oct 16, 2024 | ceo-review.com | Julia Lyons |Magdalena Lew

By Dr Julia Lyons, Senior Clinical Lead at Onebright Absenteeism affects all workplaces and costs them a significant amount in lost time and productivity. It is estimated 4.8 days a year are lost per employee in the UK, the highest rate of absenteeism in a decade. And it is important to note that this is not referring to authorised days off for holiday or sickness but rather the unexpected and unscheduled days or hours lost to other causes.

May 19, 2024 | thehrdirector.com | Julia Lyons

In light of Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s crucial to address the stresses of modern life, particularly those stemming from the workplace. Pressures at work are a part of life, regardless of age, experience or job title, and it’s not necessarily negative. Manageable pressure can be motivating and lead to increased productivity. However, when pressure is sustained and unmanageable it can lead to stress. In the UK, nearly a third of adults report feeling stressed more than 10 days a month.

May 13, 2024 | smeweb.com | Julia Lyons |Ankita Agrawal

By Doctor Julia Lyons, below, Principal Counselling Psychologist, OnebrightIn light of Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s crucial to address the stresses of modern life, particularly those stemming from the workplace. Pressures at work are a part of life, regardless of age, experience or job title, and it’s not necessarily negative. Manageable pressure can be motivating and lead to increased productivity. However, when pressure is sustained and unmanageable it can lead to stress.