Insights.
Everything October has published on insights — notes, playbooks and research, newest first.
South Africa Workplace Wellbeing Index 2025 Launched.
This is the second edition of our annual Workplace Wellbeing Index, and it’s been incredible to see how much interest, debate, and practical action it sparked across South Africa.
Cost of Poor Mental Health at Work.
Mental health is no longer just a personal matter—it’s a bottom-line issue. For organizations, the cost of poor mental health at work shows up in lost productivity, absenteeism, presenteeism, and higher turnover. The World Health Organization estimates that depression and anxiety alone cost the global economy **over $1 trillion each year** in lost productivity.
7 Early Signs of Burnout in Employees.
Employee burnout is no longer just a personal issue—it’s a business crisis. According to global surveys, burnout drives higher absenteeism, disengagement, and turnover, costing organizations millions each year. For HR leaders and executives, spotting the early signs of burnout in employees is critical to protecting both people and performance.