Business owners who prioritise self-care and wellbeing are more optimistic about the future, according to new research from UKBF.
The results of UKBF’s wellbeing survey, released during the UK’s annual Stress Awareness Month, show that whilst 44% of respondents feel that the Covid-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on their mental health and wellbeing, 80% of business owners are feeling optimistic about the future, as well as their own mental health.
Whilst some of the small business owners we spoke to said maintaining a healthy work-life balance is challenging, more than half devote between four and ten hours every week to their self-care. A further 20% dedicate between one and three hours per week.
Richard Osborne, founder and CEO of UKBF, said: “Despite the unprecedented challenges small businesses faced over the past couple of years, as UKBF’s research shows, the resilience and determination of Britain’s small business owners shines through.”
“Anyone working from home, or running their own business, will find themselves juggling time at work and time out, and it’s great to see so many respondents in the UKBF community are redressing the balance and better supporting their wellbeing,” Richard, who is known as @Ozzy on the forum, added.
To help support anyone starting or running a small business, UKBF has created online guides about easy ways small and micro-business owners can support their wellbeing. We also have advice for employers about developing and nurturing an inclusive wellbeing culture for their employees.
To help improve your wellbeing, check out our guide Five easy ways small and micro-business owners can support their wellbeing. If you are struggling to cope with the pressures of running a small business, check out our guide Overcoming business burnout after a tough year.
The results of UKBF’s wellbeing survey, released during the UK’s annual Stress Awareness Month, show that whilst 44% of respondents feel that the Covid-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on their mental health and wellbeing, 80% of business owners are feeling optimistic about the future, as well as their own mental health.
Whilst some of the small business owners we spoke to said maintaining a healthy work-life balance is challenging, more than half devote between four and ten hours every week to their self-care. A further 20% dedicate between one and three hours per week.
Richard Osborne, founder and CEO of UKBF, said: “Despite the unprecedented challenges small businesses faced over the past couple of years, as UKBF’s research shows, the resilience and determination of Britain’s small business owners shines through.”
Animals and the great outdoors are helping keep down stress levels
The survey revealed a wide range of ways small business owners look after their wellbeing. The most popular activities are crafting, daily exercise, going outdoors and spending time with animals. Maintaining a healthy diet was also key in helping overall health and wellbeing.“Anyone working from home, or running their own business, will find themselves juggling time at work and time out, and it’s great to see so many respondents in the UKBF community are redressing the balance and better supporting their wellbeing,” Richard, who is known as @Ozzy on the forum, added.
To help support anyone starting or running a small business, UKBF has created online guides about easy ways small and micro-business owners can support their wellbeing. We also have advice for employers about developing and nurturing an inclusive wellbeing culture for their employees.
To help improve your wellbeing, check out our guide Five easy ways small and micro-business owners can support their wellbeing. If you are struggling to cope with the pressures of running a small business, check out our guide Overcoming business burnout after a tough year.
