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NABS CEO Sue Todd shares her thoughts on supporting teams on the IAB UK Podcast. "The more we can do in the space of prevention, the better for everyone. It's much better for us all if we educate and train people." Save the podcast for your morning commute 👇 https://lnkd.in/ejDgXYs8 

Join NABS! We have an opening for an Senior Support Advisor in our compassionate support team. You'll be providing confidential and tailored guidance, alongside practical and emotional support, to clients via the NABS Advice Line. Sound good to you? 👉 Apply now - https://lnkd.in/dRKJt9jn Deadline: Friday 21 February

Emotional support including burnout, anxiety and stress topped the list of reasons for contacting advertising industry's wellbeing charity, NABS in 2024. The service saw an increase in demand with 22% more people calling than in 2023. Total number of calls to NABS soared to a record 5,200. "People are experiencing extraordinary levels of uncertainty and change. Our industry wants to know how we can survive at this pace while still having a positive experience at work." - Sue Todd, CEO at NABS Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eXJPrsCX

Learn essential managerial skills in our free workshop; Managers' Mindsets - Mental Wellness Conversations on 26 February. We know that having conversations about mental health isn't always easy, but as a manager it's crucial to be able to address mental health in the workplace. Take part in the free workshop to get equipped with the necessary skills to feel more confident as a manager when having mental wellness conversations. ⏰ Book now, limited places available: https://lnkd.in/eNc-aGUU

"People are experiencing extraordinary levels of uncertainty and change. Our industry wants to know how we can survive at this pace while still having a positive experience at work," says NABS CEO Sue Todd. Our 2024 figures reveal a record number of calls to the NABS Advice Line - over 5000 calls. Emotional support - stress, burnout and anxiety - being some of the callers' concerns. If you, or your colleague, is in need of support, please share our Advice Line contact details. The support team, the people who answer the calls and respond to emails, are a group of empathetic and compassionate individuals, ready to advise and offer guidance. Call: 0800 707 6607, Mon-Fri 9-5.30pm Or email support@nabs.org.uk Read the Campaign UK article here - https://lnkd.in/e8fJvjU7

In 2024, NABS received over 5,200 calls to the Advice Line - that's an 18% increase YoY. Those calls are from people in our community experiencing burnout, stress, redundancy, amongst other issues. Sue Todd, NABS CEO says: "Now more than ever we all have to dig in to develop and support adland, to ensure that everybody who needs help can find a way forward.” 💰 Donate to NABS today to make sure we can keep supporting those in need - https://lnkd.in/efwkDbc6 Or DM us if you'd like to fundraise for NABS! 👉Read our 2024 stats here - https://lnkd.in/eSmt7i2R

Spring into action with a free NABS workshop in March. Our workshops are carefully curated to help you reflect, thrive and achieve your goals. Want to work on your personal brand? Grow confidence? Learn tools to use in times of pressure? We've got you sorted. In March, you can also take a deeper dive into topics including ADHD and navigating challenging conversations. Plus, we have two sessions specifically designed for managers seeking training to support themselves, and their teams; Coaching Essentials and Effective Pressure Management. ⏰ Check out the calendar and book before it's too late - https://lnkd.in/eMwyYQqQ

Natalie Bell is CEO at MG OMD and one of our industry's most prolific leaders, with a string of accolades to show for it. With her focus on people and mental wellness, she's well-placed to talk about leading with empathy. Natalie also has a moving story to tell: that of living with her mother's alcohol addiction, and how this has affected her. Listen now to find out how: 🟠 Alcohol use disorder is a spectrum, and we need to talk more about what this complex condition looks like; 🟣 We still need to do more to make it OK to drink a little, or not at all, at industry events 🟠 Our industry needs to give more resource and support to managers, so they can support themselves and their teams. 🔊 Listen now - https://lnkd.in/egK6HKSb Or search 'NABS Podcast' wherever you get your podcasts.

Dreaming of long summer days? So are we! We're gearing up for the ultimate summer celebration - Stranger than Summer 2025! No summer in adland is complete without our signature mix of live entertainment, music, fairground rides, and this year… even a beach! Join us at City Central at the HAC on Thursday 5 June, tables are selling fast and we don't want you to miss out. 👉 Book your ticket now - https://lnkd.in/dsQAX2uF

Learn how to create safe team environments with our free workshop, Holding Safe Spaces, on 19 February. Holding Safe Spaces is for managers at every level, looking to build their empathetic leadership skills. In the coach-led discussion, you'll learn about boundary setting, active listening and leave with a trusted coaching model. ⏰Book your free place here - https://lnkd.in/dTPAQvRg