February 2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse – a symbol of vitality, courage, and powerful forward movement. And while lunar calendar traditions might not feature in your strategic planning documents, the qualities this year represents are exactly what most workplaces desperately need right now. Think about it: vitality in the face of widespread...
The HSE’s intensified focus on work-related stress is a clear signal that managing psychological risk at work is no longer a “nice to have” – it is a legal, commercial and moral imperative for every employer. For insurers and their clients, this shift fundamentally changes how workplace mental health and stress must be understood, evidenced...Continue reading
February 2026 marks the beginning of the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac – a time traditionally associated with energy, freedom, and bold forward movement. Whether you follow lunar calendar traditions or not, there's something compelling about using this symbolic fresh start to reimagine how we approach our work lives. The horse represents...
The Year of the Snake – a symbol in Chinese astrology that represents transformation, wisdom, and the art of shedding what no longer serves us - is coming to a close. And whilst you might not typically look to the lunar calendar for workplace insights, there's something profoundly relevant about this particular theme for anyone...Continue reading
Have you ever watched a snake shed its skin? It's not a comfortable process – the snake becomes temporarily vulnerable, its vision clouds, and it must rub against rough surfaces to peel away what once protected it. Yet without this uncomfortable transformation, the snake cannot grow. 2025 has been the Year of the Snake in...