The Talk Works Podcast
The Talk Works Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to the Talk Works Podcast, hosted by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Cottam. With more people reporting mental health conditions each year, knowing how to find the right support, whether for your employees or yourself, has never been more important. In the Talk Works podcast Jen and her guests have open, honest conversations about mental health, exploring the different types of therapy and offering practical insights on seeking help or supporting others in the workplace.
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The podcast covers themes such as mental health support in the workplace, effective HR practices, and therapeutic approaches. Episodes include discussions on building resilient workforces, connecting with employees, supporting individuals during sick leave, and finding suitable therapy methods, with practical insights aimed at HR professionals and general listeners.
Welcome to the Talk Works Podcast, hosted by Clinical Psychologist Dr. Jennifer Cottam.
With more people reporting mental health conditions each year, knowing how to find the right support, whether for your employees or yourself, has never been more important.
In the Talk Works podcast Jen and her guests have open, honest conversations about mental health, exploring the different types of therapy and offering practical insights on seeking help or supporting others in the workplace.
Welcome to The Talk Works Podcast, a space where we explore mental health, therapy, practical advice, and the tools needed to support wellbeing in the workplace.
In this episode, host Jen Cottam chats with Jane Austin, Director of HR at Wave, about how organisations can support their people and build a stronger, more inclusive workplace through thoughtful, people-focused HR practices.
Jane emphasises the importance of psychological safety and employee-led support groups such as Hot Flashes and Go with the Flow, which Wave has introduced to help break taboos and encourage open conversations in the workplace.
Jane also shares the impact of wellbeing initiatives, such as mental health awareness campaigns and the impressive 98% response rate to Wave’s employee engagement surveys.
This conversation is packed with practical insights for HR professionals and leaders seeking to strengthen employee resilience, increase inclusivity, and enhance wellbeing within their workplace culture.
Visit Talk Works: https://talk-works.org.uk/
Connect with Jen:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jencottam/
Connect with Jane:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-austin-6037a366/
Access the Randstad work monitor Survey: https://workforceinsights.randstad.com/en/download-the-workmonitor-2025-report
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