Helix Small And Medium Sized Business Network
Driving Performance and Wellbeing in UK SMEs: A Proven Framework for Growth
Co hosts: Sowmy VJ, Author of Eco-economics and Dr. Ram Raghavan.
Objective:
This webinar is designed to introduce UK SMEs to a practical framework that links employee wellbeing with enhanced business performance. By understanding how to engage teams effectively, business owners and HR directors will learn strategies to boost growth, profitability, and employee satisfaction in a high-pressure environment.
1. Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)
• Overview of webinar goals and agenda.
• Briefly introduce the topic and explain the relevance of wellbeing and performance management for UK SMEs.
2. Overview of Current Challenges Facing UK SMEs (8 minutes)
• Discuss rising financial pressures (inflation, energy costs) and their impact on decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Present how these challenges affect both company performance and the wellbeing of owners and employees.
• Poll: Gauge the challenges attendees are currently facing in their businesses.
3. Icebreaker Exercise: The Wellbeing Check-In (5 minutes)
• Interactive Activity: Ask attendees to reflect on and share how they feel their personal wellbeing impacts their work performance (e.g., stress levels, motivation).
• Set the tone for discussing wellbeing and performance by encouraging participation.
4. Presenting the Foundational Framework (10 minutes)
• Introduce a holistic approach that integrates emotions, rational thought, behaviour, and engagement in the workplace.
• Demonstrate how wellbeing underpins these elements and its critical role in driving business success.
5. Improving Sales Performance and Team Engagement Through Wellbeing (10 minutes)
• Discuss how the emotional and rational aspects of employee wellbeing can directly influence sales performance.
• Share success stories of businesses that have implemented wellbeing strategies to increase profitability and engagement.
6. Introduction to the “Wellbeing Engagement Loop” Framework (7 minutes)
• Explain the Wellbeing Engagement Loop and how it helps managers sustain high performance and team satisfaction in challenging times.
• Demonstrate its relevance to managing current financial and operational challenges.
7. Interactive Demonstration (10 minutes)
• Practical Application: Walk through a scenario where the Wellbeing Engagement Loop is applied in a sales team’s day-to-day operations.
• Encourage attendees to participate in the demonstration by sharing their experiences or feedback.
8. Next Steps and Q&A (5 minutes)
• Outline the next steps for attendees to implement the discussed strategies.
• Encourage questions and provide additional resources for further learning.
• Invite participants to stay connected and offer opportunities for continued engagement through future webinars or consultations.