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Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 7

Regret is not all that bad; it's often an opportunity What is one thing you…
August 10, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 6

Benefits of focusing on habits versus goals My mental health and spirits continue to improve…
July 5, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 5

Benefits of moving towards living a positive life What does living a good life mean…
June 1, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 4

Trauma-informed workplaces This may be my most awakening memo that has helped me understand the…
May 3, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 3

Exploring the road to emotional maturity I share insights through these memos on the things…
March 30, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 2

The Next Workplace Inclusion Priority: Neurodiversity I share some of my learnings through my memo…
March 3, 2022
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 2, Article 1

Discovering mental health through taming emotional wakes. One of my most profound insights during my…
February 1, 2022
The Charge Newsletter

The Charge Newsletter – Vol. 1

Download The Charge newsletter for free. Simply enter your email address to receive an email…
December 2, 2021
Dr. Bill's Memos

Dr. Bill’s Memo Series – Chapter 1

Welcome to Dr. Bill’s Memos, personal reflections on topics I have thought about and explored.…
December 1, 2021
Press Releases

Workplace mental health is a crisis: Psychologically Safe Workplace Awards launch to help employers proactively assess, address issues

TORONTO (August 1, 2021) — Employers and business leaders looking for help to combat the…
August 19, 2021
Howatt HR Blog

Same Storm Different Boat

At Howatt HR our mission is to promote mental health and prevent mental harm, our…
May 12, 2021
Articles

Seeking mental fitness? Tune up the optimism

A person does not learn how to be negative with one thought; it comes from…
February 1, 2021
Articles

Mental fitness requires intentionality: Monitor your charges and drains

Unwanted stress drains our battery; recharging is necessary Like physical fitness, mental fitness requires intention,…
January 26, 2021
Articles

Social well-being requires intention, action

The pandemic has changed how people socially interact Among its disruptions to many people’s normal…
January 19, 2021
Articles

How help-seeking behaviours can assist your mental fitness journey

Overcoming self-stigma is the first step towards good mental health Have you had a time…
January 12, 2021
Articles

Exploring prosocial skills and their role in mental fitness

Engaging in this behaviour requires intention and awareness A common question from employers during the…
December 30, 2020
Articles

4 considerations before adopting a mental fitness strategy

Obtaining an evidence-based baseline provides employers insight into a starting point One challenge some employers…
December 22, 2020
Articles

Building the business case for investing in mental fitness

Before committing to a program, estimate cost of doing nothing Should we care about employees’…
December 15, 2020
Articles

Introducing the algorithm for mental health

How well employees manage themselves under stress matters It is critically important when thinking about…
December 8, 2020
Articles

COVID collateral damage: Why mental fitness matters now, more than ever

The next wave of mental health prevention is mental fitness March of 2020 will go…
December 1, 2020
Articles

How to build a compliant workplace harassment and violence policy

Federally-regulated employers in Canada now must meet legislated requirements regarding workplace anti-harassment and anti-violence policies.…
August 31, 2020
Articles

Managers have a role to play in preventing suicide

Many leaders have created, or are in the process of building, mental health programs in…
July 24, 2020
Articles

Leaders can help employees reduce their risk for mental fatigue

For the past few months, many employees have been running on adrenaline. With all the change…
July 24, 2020
Podcasts

You Learn When You Are Uncomfortable

Mark Henick shares his perspective and personal journey in helping others to start having conversations…
July 24, 2020
Podcasts

Time To Stop Bullying With Respect In The Workplace

The Shifting The Employee Experience series has allowed us to speak with some amazing guests…
July 24, 2020
Articles

Burnout: What leaders must know and what they can do to support employees

By Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley Most leaders have heard of the term burnout,…
June 29, 2020
Articles

Asking the tough questions about mental health supports

Since the middle of March, there’s been a massive amount of disruption, unemployment, financial challenges,…
June 24, 2020
Articles

How employers can help workers’ mental health during COVID-19

As Canadians continue to report worsening mental health concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic, a study…
June 23, 2020
Articles

Survey: Income and employment status affecting mental health of Canadians

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadians have suffered from an increase in stress.…
June 23, 2020
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