Articles - Health Wellbeing and Stress

Health and wellbeing have a direct impact on performance, engagement, and customer experience in the contact centre. This page of expert insights, practical advice, and real-life examples explores how to recognise and manage stress, build resilience, and create a supportive environment for every team member. Discover proven approaches to workload management, mental health awareness, and workplace design that promote wellbeing and reduce burnout. The content also shares ideas for leadership communication, peer support, and recognition programmes that help people feel valued and balanced at work.

Award-Winning Tips from Citizens Advice
Award-Winning Tips From Citizens Advice
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5 Ways Technology Supports Contact Centre Agents Every Day
Are Tighter Budgets Compromising Agent Wellbeing?
Are Tighter Budgets Compromising Agent Wellbeing?
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Stop Driving Up Your Sickness Levels!
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The Hidden Cost of Poor Scheduling
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7 Simple Ways to Stay Active at Your Desk Job
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The Real Causes of Burnout in Contact Centres – And How to Stop It
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Why Tinnitus Could Be Affecting Your Work
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How to Reduce Background Noise for Remote Agents
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How to Protect Your Best Agents From Being Poached
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18 Sure-Fire Ways to Boost Agent Resilience
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10 New Ways Tech Is Helping Agents Right Now
Video Image: 3 Ways to Reduce Agent Stress Through Training and Culture
3 Ways to Reduce Agent Stress Through Training and Culture
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10 Quick Wins to Help Agents Recover From a Tough Day
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Are You Taking Enough Care of Your Agents’ Hearing?
Video Image: How Flexible Scheduling Can Help Reduce Agent Stress
How Flexible Scheduling Can Help Reduce Agent Stress
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How to Develop Psychological Safety in the Contact Centre
Video Image: The Benefits of Switching Up Your Agents’ Day
The Benefits of Switching Up Your Agents’ Day
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10 Quick Wins for Cheering Up Your Agents
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How to Rethink Agent Mental Health
Video Image: 3 Ways AI Can Empower Agents and Reduce Stress
3 Ways AI Can Empower Agents and Reduce Stress
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How to Limit Agent Burnout With Empathy-Led Leadership
Video Image: 3 Ways to Reduce Burnout and Keep Agents Engaged
3 Ways to Reduce Burnout and Keep Agents Engaged
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What Will Agent Roles Look Like in 2035?