ThoughtFull Blog EAP for Small Businesses and Startups

With the high workload and constrained resources, it can be difficult for small businesses and startups to consider factors like employee wellbeing and work culture.  However, prioritising proper mental health support can be especially critical in small businesses and startups, where employee well-being is vital to the sustainability and success of the business. Just one individual struggling with mental health concerns can have a significant effect on a small business’ productivity, business performance and overall morale. It is no wonder that smaller companies are increasingly choosing to outsource employee mental health support to external providers, usually by way of employee assistance programs (EAP). In this article, we discuss why mental health support is particularly important for small businesses and how EAPs can help build a more resilient and productive workforce.