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The September Reset: What Do Your Employees Really Want From Work?

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Caroline MastertonClient Relationship Director September has a way of feeling like a fresh start. The summer holidays are over, routines return and attention naturally turns towards the months ahead. For employees, it can be a time to reflect on what’s working, what isn’t and what they want from their work and wider lives. For employers, […]

From Burnout to Balance: Embedding Self-Care into Your Employee Value Proposition

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Caroline MastertonClient Relationship Director As leaders, we know that small, everyday actions can make a big impact on our people’s wellbeing. From protecting time in your diary, to prioritising mental health conversations – self-care isn’t a luxury, it’s a leadership tool. This August, as we reflect on Wellness, we’re taking a closer look at how […]

Eargym: Bringing The Focus Back To Hearing Health

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Caroline Masterton Employee Benefits Director  At Parallel, we’re always exploring new ways to support our clients and their people in living healthier, more balanced lives, and that means looking beyond the expected. When we think about employee benefits, we often focus on the tangible elements: private medical, dental care, mental health support. But sometimes the most […]

Why Your Smile Matters More Than You Think

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Louise Dangerfield in conversation with Alice Garside – Squeaky Clean Alice In connection with National Smile Month – 11th May to 11th June 2026 Six years ago, I found myself on a dental journey I never expected. A missed diagnosis of early-stage gum disease by my dentist quickly spiraled into a long and costly process […]

Cost of living and its impact on employees: Top tips for managing your money

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Maji – a holistic financial wellbeing providerwith Alison Brown, Health & Wellbeing Specialist With the rising cost of living, many employees are feeling the strain on their finances. Inflation, increased energy bills, and higher everyday costs are creating financial pressures that can impact not only personal wellbeing but also work performance. Research shows that 13% of UK adults […]

Breast Cancer Awareness Month – All You Need To Know

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Guest Blog – Check4Cancer Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK, with over 55,000 new cases reported each year and approximately 11,500 deaths annually [i]. While 76% of those diagnosed survive at least 10 year [ii], recent figures suggest that at least 23% of cases are preventable through early screening […]