The Human Blueprint: Building Workplaces That Care

Work and Wellbeing mental health

Overview

In life, we are constantly under the influence of our surroundings — and their impact on each of us is often far greater than we realise.

Just as our home reflects our mental state, our work environment deeply affects whether we feel positive or negative throughout the day.

The chain reaction begins the moment we leave home: heading to a place we may like or dislike, surrounded by people we connect with — or not — with the obligation of a full workday ahead.

The Hidden Link Between Work and Mental Health

When we think about mental health and try to connect it directly to the work environment, it’s often difficult to grasp the full dimension and complexity of the problem.

There are several psychosocial risk factors directly or indirectly associated with it: excessive workload, lack of control over one’s tasks, limited participation in decision-making, poor management of organisational changes, and job insecurity are among the most relevant.

Adding interpersonal dynamics introduces even more combustible elements: poor communication, lack of managerial or peer support, and even cases of harassment.

All of these can seriously damage how someone perceives their workplace — with consequences for everyone involved, particularly the employee’s mental wellbeing.

Why Companies Must Care

Companies have a responsibility to create healthy and positive work environments — not only as a moral duty but also because research consistently shows that mental health is directly linked to performance.

Workplaces where people feel good both mentally and physically are, quite simply, higher-performing workplaces.

It’s a simple equation: if you enjoy what you do, feel healthy, and are treated with respect, you’re far more likely to be motivated and productive.

Generational Shifts and Shared Needs

According to Glassdoor, by 2030, one-third of the global workforce will be Generation Z, who already surpassed baby boomers in 2024. The challenge arises when companies assume that only employees must adapt to corporate values — rather than building mutual understanding.

ManpowerGroup’s Global Talent Barometer found that 47% of Gen Z workers are unafraid to switch jobs in search of better conditions, and 52% report work-related stress — significantly higher than the 33% of baby boomers who report the same.

But the key issue isn’t age — it’s stress. Criticising an entire generation achieves nothing. Flexibility, psychological safety, and work-life balance — the topics often raised by Gen Z — are universal needs that benefit every employee, regardless of age.

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First, we cared. Then, we listened. And after that, we acted transparently.

Tackling Issues, Not People — The Advannor Way

At Advannor, we believe in addressing issues, not people — and that’s what makes us stand out in the corporate world.

Advannor Engineering is a company built by people. Our value lies in the great solutions created by individuals who, in turn, improve the lives of others. The common denominator is always people. Instead of making our employees’ lives harder, we choose to provide full, personalised support and treat everyone with respect, equality, and flexibility. Our most valuable asset is the group of extraordinary individuals who have trusted us with their time, skills, and energy to make this company better every day.

Advannor listens to its people and provides them with the flexibility needed to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is tailored to the needs of a dynamic and energetic team — prioritising wellbeing, health, safety, and growth.
Every employee has access to:

Urban Sports Club membership, offering a wide range of sports at no personal cost.
Comprehensive health insurance.
Flexible benefits, which can be used for childcare, education, retirement, or investment plans.

Our teams are supported through regular follow-ups and an open-door policy, where dialogue remains transparent and everyone is treated equally.

Advannor is, above all, human. We understand that diversity of opinion and perspective is vital to creating an open-minded, collaborative atmosphere.

People are complex — there are no perfect solutions for every individual. Yet, in our experience, simple steps make a huge difference. First, we cared. Then, we listened. And after that, we acted transparently. Taking care of our people isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a crucial part of our blueprint for success in the corporate world.

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