Why menopause training for your managers is non-negotiable

• June 16, 2024
• Kayley Wilson
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I’m told that middle managers and line managers can often be the stumbling block for those looking for menopause support. The lack of understanding and awareness from managers, can lead to a breakdown in communication and trust, resulting in women leaving the workplace and taking all their skills, knowledge and experience with them.

Can your organisation afford to lose these women? Especially in the current market where finding great staff is time and cost exhaustive?

Here are some of the reasons you may want to consider specialist workplace menopause training.

1. Supporting Employees: Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life that can bring physical and psychological changes. By providing managers with training on menopause, they can better understand the challenges their female employees may face during this time and offer appropriate support.
2. Retention of Talent: Menopause can impact productivity and job satisfaction if not properly managed. Women experiencing symptoms such as hot flashes, fatigue, or mood swings may struggle to perform at their best without support. By providing managers with training to recognise and address these issues, companies can retain valuable talent and maintain workforce diversity.
3. Reducing Absenteeism: Menopause symptoms can sometimes lead to increased absenteeism if employees feel unable to cope with work responsibilities. Managers who are trained to recognise and support employees experiencing menopause symptoms can help reduce absenteeism by offering flexible work arrangements, accommodations, or access to support resources.
4. Improving Employee Wellbeing: Supporting employees through menopause can contribute to overall employee wellbeing. When employees feel supported and valued by their managers and the company, they are more likely to experience higher job satisfaction, better mental health, and improved work-life balance.
5. Enhancing Organisational Culture: Companies that prioritise inclusivity and support for all employees, regardless of gender or life stage, tend to have a more positive organisational culture. Menopause training for managers demonstrates a commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued and respected.

If your business strategy is to support talent retention, reduce absenteeism, promote inclusivity and contribute to a positive, open and fair organisational culture, menopause training your managers is a must.

Why not get in touch and arrange a call to discuss how we ca help your business.