Studies show that happy employees are 13% more productive, experience 37% less absenteeism and have higher retention rates. For municipal leaders, building a culture and climate of health and well-being in the workplace has a direct impact on employee performance and engagement.
To support these goals, Trish Hart of Hart Mind Body Solutions, a health and wellness coach who leads training courses for MIIA, will conduct an interactive workshop during Connect 351 focused on workplace stress management.
The session, “Bringing Balance, Productivity, and Human Sustainability to the Workforce,” will be held on Saturday, Jan. 25, at 1:30 p.m. It will focus on how balancing mental, physical, and emotional health can enhance workplace performance and team dynamics.
Hart will explore the science behind stress and productivity, highlighting how chronic stress impacts the nervous system and workplace outcomes.
“When leaders are regulated and balanced, they create a ripple effect throughout their teams, improving morale, communication, and overall performance,” Hart said.
Participants will gain actionable insights on recognizing signs of stress, setting boundaries, and organizing time effectively. Hart will also share practical strategies, such as mindfulness techniques and breathing exercises, to help attendees tap into their “relaxation response” and maintain peak performance, even in high-pressure situations.
As part of , Hart leads wellness courses for municipal employees around the Commonwealth focused on topics including better sleep strategies, stress management and navigating self-care, creating good habits, and mindfulness. Hart earned her master’s degree in business administration from Boston University and previously worked as an auditor and consultant for Deloitte before transitioning to the wellness field.
