In today's episode, Tobba Vigfusdottir is joined by Brian Crooke, a dedicated wellbeing educator, consultant, and speaker who has been making a significant impact on workplace mental health and wellbeing in Ireland and beyond.  

Brian is the Founder of The Work Well Institute, the Course Director and lecturer for the Postgraduate Certificate in Workplace Wellness at Portal, Trinity College Dublin, and the Founder of Workplace Wellbeing Ireland.

As host of the Work Well Podcast, Brian empowers organizations with the tools and strategies to sustainably improve workplace wellbeing. 

In this episode, Brian shares his journey from a tech industry management consultant to a wellbeing advocate. He discusses the challenges and progress in implementing workplace wellbeing initiatives and offers practical advice for organizations aiming to embed a culture of health into their core.

Topics Discussed:

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  Brian's transition from the tech industry to workplace wellbeing and his initial challenges

  
  


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  The evolution of workplace wellbeing awareness over the past decade

  
  


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  The importance of a structured approach to implementing wellbeing initiatives

  
  


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  Insights on merging wellbeing with health and safety regulations

  
  


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  Common mistakes companies make when implementing wellbeing programs

  
  


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  The role of technology and digitalization in workplace wellbeing

  
  


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  Case studies: Successful implementation of wellbeing programs in Irish organizations

  
  


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  Advice for new graduates entering the workforce with a focus on lifelong learning

  
  

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