It may be one of the brightest silver linings of the COVID-19 pandemic: A newfound emphasis on employee mental health and well-being. According to a recent study by Fisher Phillips, nearly 60% of employers say the pandemic has opened the door to mental health conversations in the workplace. And 65% of employers now say mental health plays an integral role in the health of their business, a 27% jump from just 5 years ago.
Make no mistake; such recognition is sorely needed. The U.S. Surgeon General’s…