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Eating disorders among people who work in restaurants are far from rare. They’re just not always seen. In the hectic world of the hospitality industry, a silent mental illness often goes unnoticed: eating disorders among restaurant workers. A 2020 survey revealed that 90 percent of the Not 9 to 5 community faced mental health or … Continued
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Join us for Eating Disorder Awareness Week (#EDAW2025) from February 1 to 7, themed “Embracing Possibilities.” This year’s theme focuses on community solutions and educational opportunities to enhance eating disorder care. With approximately 1 million Canadians diagnosed with various eating disorders—ranging from Anorexia Nervosa to Binge Eating Disorder [1]—it’s crucial to raise awareness about these … Continued
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In the fast-paced tourism and hospitality industry, where efficiency, morale, and teamwork drive success, creating a culture of regular employee check-ins can transform your business. These moments of connection aren’t just “nice-to-haves”—they directly impact your bottom line. According to Gallup, the behaviors of highly engaged business units—including greater attentiveness to customer needs, stronger adherence to … Continued
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Stress is inevitable. In the workplace, we regularly experience stressors due to work demands, changes to processes and systems, or conflict with co-workers. And because we aren’t robots, factors in our personal lives impact our reaction to stressors in the workplace. Stress can be a positive force. It can motivate action or change that leads … Continued
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In a psychologically supportive workplace, co-workers and supervisors are supportive of employees’ psychological and mental health concerns and respond appropriately as needed. While it is not your responsibility to deal with anyone else’s health issues, you may have the desire to reach out to provide some support if you see a co-worker struggling. Here are … Continued
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Teams with high trust can benefit from higher productivity, employee engagement, increased knowledge-sharing, employee retention, improved customer loyalty, increased revenue and improved collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. In his compelling TEDTalk Why Good Leaders Make You feel Safe, Simon Sinek says, “When people feel safe and protected by the leadership in an organization, the … Continued
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As a leader, manager or supervisor, you may strive to be inclusive. It’s possible, however, that you may be unaware of how certain groups or employees may feel they’re treated differently. Ask yourself these questions to explore how you might be able to improve inclusion in your workplace: For example, competitions with prizes motivates some, … Continued
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The holiday season often brings joy and celebration, but for many, it can also be a challenging time marked by grief. Whether it’s due to the loss of a loved one, changes in relationships, career transitions, or moving away from familiar surroundings, grief can take many forms. For those in the tourism and hospitality industry, … Continued
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The holidays can be a tough time for many people in the tourism and hospitality industry. While it’s often seen as a season of joy and togetherness, not everyone feels that way. Being away from family, dealing with tough memories, or facing grief and loss can make this season feel isolating instead of festive. Isolation … Continued
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We all have multiple roles in life. We might be workers, partners, family members, friends, community leaders, or have other roles. Having multiple roles is enriching and fulfilling, but conflicting responsibilities can lead to overload. As a supervisor, you can foster a work environment with positive balance, where employees are supported to manage the demands … Continued
