From Awareness to Action; Developing Skilled Bystander Cultures in SA Banking
We’ve spent the past few weeks exploring the hidden costs of GBV, the warning signs that often go unnoticed, and the clear business case for prevention. Awareness is essential, but awareness alone doesn’t protect people or teams. Real change happens when colleagues...
Why GBV Prevention is a Smart Business Investment for South African Banks
If you lead people, sit on a risk or transformation committee, or simply care about sustainable performance in South African banking, let’s have an honest conversation about something that often gets filed under “social responsibility” but actually sits right at the...
Spotting the Warning Signs; GBV’s Ripple Effects on Banking Careers and Teams
Have you ever worked alongside someone in a branch, call centre, or back-office team who was once steady and engaged, but lately seems a little “off”? Maybe they’re arriving late more often, making small errors they never used to make, or pulling back from the usual...
The Silent Drain: How GBV Quietly Undermines Employee Wellbeing and Bank Performance
Have you ever noticed a colleague who used to be full of energy suddenly seeming withdrawn, making uncharacteristic mistakes, or taking more sick days than usual? In the fast-paced world of South African banking, whether you’re at a bustling branch counter, in a...
The Hidden Toll: How Job Losses Fuel Mental Health Crises and Suicide Risks
Hey there, folks. Let’s chat about something that’s been weighing heavily on my mind lately: the real, often unspoken impact of losing your job. You know, it’s not just about the empty wallet or the scramble to pay bills; it’s the deeper stuff,...
Youth in the Crossfire: Job Market Struggles and Suicide Prevention for the Next Generation
How have you been? I hope life’s treating you kindly amidst all the hustle. Today, I wanted to chat about something that’s been weighing on my mind: the tough spot our youth find themselves in when it comes to the job market and how that’s linked to...
From Campus to Cubicle: Navigating Mental Health in Your First Banking Job
Good to see you! Let’s have a chat about something that’s close to home for many young professionals stepping into the world of work. Transitioning from university life to your first job is a big deal; it’s exciting, sure, but it can also bring a...
Entry-Level Blues: Mental Health Tips for Young Adults Starting in Mining
Greetings, fellow adventurers in the mining world! If you’re a young adult just dipping your toes into the entry-level waters of this rugged industry, you might be feeling a bit of those “entry-level blues”. You know that cocktail of excitement mixed...
