Andrea Zahno
ch. des Travers-Bancs 9 1092 Belmont email: tel. +41 21 534 59 04 mobile + 41 78 746 98 18 Andrea ZahnoMaster of Science, Psychologist FSP « My experience, on the basis of my high level positions in both large international firms and in the public service sector, confirms something that many studies and statistics show: it is that, confronted with the complexities of the professional world and its demands and pressures, the number of people reaching the limit of their mental capacity to deal with these is constantly increasing. Many companies have realized the economic and human costs of this trend and organize seminars on stress and conflict management or on communication for their staff. Of course this reinforcement of personal resources is to be welcomed and it can be useful in some situations. However, studies on the effectiveness of this type of action tell us that they have practically no lasting effects. If investment in a project to promote health in a company is to be effective, it is vital to have a vision of the system and a proper understanding of the interdependencies between the various factors influencing the overall health of employees. This covers company culture and the specifics linked to the activity, the way the company is organized, procedures, interpersonal relations and personal resources. The analysis of these various elements allow an overall and coherent concept to be drawn up to promote health. This is an effective approach to fostering significant cost controls and the monitoring of results. » |