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Optima delivered targeted mental health training and one-to-one coaching to NHS volunteers involved in Project Wingman, under commission from NHS England’s National Volunteering Unit. Project Wingman, recently referenced on BBC…

Written by Susan McAdam   There are many soft skills belonging to the everyday human employee that AI simply cannot replace. Here’s why human capability still drives business performance. At…

By Larraine, CEO, Optima UK Workplace Wellbeing and Navigating Complex Public Health Landscapes Across the UK, local authorities are navigating increasingly complex public health landscapes. Strategic priorities such as reducing…

Written by Luke Coleman   If you’re between 18 and 22 and stepping into your first proper job – whether it’s in an office, a finance team, or as an…

Written by Emma Wildbore   Interviews can be nerve-wracking, but with the right mindset and preparation, you can turn interview anxiety into interview confidence. Whether you’re stepping into your first…

On Wednesday 26 March 2025, local business leaders came together in Worcestershire for the Work Well Live Better Champion Quarterly Face to Face Event delivered by Optima UK, the official…

By Larraine Boorman, CEO of Optima UK   In the current UK labour market and workforce, it’s crucial to look beyond traditional data sources like the Office for National Statistics…

Government policy changes are about to hit UK businesses hard. Rising costs, squeezed margins, and increased salary expectations aren’t just threats – they are business-defining challenges. The real question is:…

Transforming Workplace Wellbeing with a Mental Health & Wellbeing Champion   Programme: Birmingham Workplace Champions. Fully Funded by Birmingham City Council. Official Training Partner: Optima UK   Background A fast-growing…

Mental health support services provided by Optima UK on a national scale as part of a four-year contract with Seetec.   Optima UK is proud to announce its new role as …

Every year, UK businesses lose an estimated £45 billion due to ill mental health in the workplace. This has been known to impact absenteeism, presenteeism, and staff turnover. Employees struggling…

Workplace wellbeing isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a critical factor in your business’s success. With mental health-related issues costing UK businesses billions annually, and happier employees proven to be…