?? How the reigning Super Bowl champion can help your teams win

The Eagles’ victory over the Chiefs this month wasn’t just about talent—it took mental toughness, resilience, and strong support to secure the win. Just ask A.J. Brown, who is as fearless off the field as he is on it, using his platform to champion mental health and the power of asking for help. The workplace isn’t much different; just as elite athletes rely on mental conditioning, employees need psychological safety, real support, and a sense of belonging to thrive under pressure. This week, we’re covering Brown’s mental health message, the key to building resilient teams, and how to create a winning workplace team.?

In this edition:

• What workplace leaders can learn from football star A.J. Brown??

• The secret to retaining employees during disruptive times?

• 24 million cases and counting—time to rethink your office flu policy?

• Why paychecks alone won’t keep workers happy?

This week's top 4 workplace trends

WELL-BEING

?? A.J. Brown’s mental health story proves vulnerability is strength?

Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver A.J. Brown is using his platform to talk openly about mental health struggles, proving that even top athletes face challenges. His advocacy is breaking stigmas and encouraging others—especially young people—to seek support when needed. Workplace leaders can do the same by implementing regular well-being check-ins, sharing stress management strategies, and training managers to recognize and address early warning signs of mental health issues.?

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

?? Why workplace resilience starts with feeling seen?

Successfully navigating workplace disruptions, such as political tensions, tech changes, and economic uncertainty, requires more than reaction; it demands resilience. Employees who feel seen, connected, supported, and proud are better equipped to stay engaged and adapt to change.? Leaders can foster a strong sense of belonging by prioritizing psychological safety and meaningful team-building activities, ensuring that teams don’t withstand disruption but thrive through it.??

HEALTH

?? Flu season isn’t slowing down—here’s what you can do?

Flu season is relentless this year, infecting at least 24 million people in the US since October 2024. Low vaccination rates, weakened post-pandemic immunity, and high hospitalization rates are driving the surge. Employers should recommend flu shots, offer flexible sick leave, and reinforce workplace hygiene to curb the spread of the virus and keep teams healthy.?

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

?? Lessons from leading companies on rewards that actually work?

Bank of Ireland revamped its employee reward system, replacing a rigid, government-mandated structure with a flexible, transparent benefits model. They introduced an intuitive online platform for benefits access, plus options to buy and sell leave, a personal health and well-being allowance, and expanded insurance choices. This employee-focused strategy is delivering results—their Culture Embedding Index hit 80%, and engagement rose to 73%, surpassing the Global Financial Services benchmark. Clear, flexible rewards programs boost engagement, trust, and retention, helping organizations attract top talent and foster a strong workplace culture.?

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