E174 Richard Ellis Mental Wellbeing at Workplace
Let’s Be Well Together Podcast - Episode 174
Date: May 27, 2025
Participants: John Webster and Sheila Webster
Guest: Richard Ellis
Start Times and Segments:
[0:00:17] What’s On Your Mind: We view discipline as a skill, not a trait. It’s not something you're born with or without — it's something you can build with practice, like a muscle that grows stronger with use. Setbacks don't define your discipline; persistence does. Learning to forgive mistakes and keep trying helps you stay focused on long-term goals, making discipline more sustainable.
[0:9:14] Expanding Minds Interview: [Mental Wellness] Richard Ellis emphasizes that workplace wellbeing fosters psychological safety, empowering employees to be creative, make mistakes, and fully engage. This supportive environment leads to reduced absenteeism, higher retention, and improved productivity. Organizations that invest in wellbeing programs often see a return on investment (ROI) between 1:5 and 1:10. His approach includes running tailored surveys to identify specific challenges and desires within a workplace, followed by customized programs integrating education, coaching, and strategic planning. These programs don’t just make employees feel better—they translate into measurable business gains. Richard also underscores the value of a long-term strategy and behavior-focused coaching, ensuring sustained improvements and adaptability over time. Rather than one-off workshops, he promotes 12-month commitments to ensure impact and accountability.
[0:27:43] Running Popup: John had a surprising thought – that he is ready to die – leading to a feeling of lightness and upliftment. This realization transformed his perspective. He now views each moment as a precious bonus, embracing life with renewed appreciation and joy.
Takeaways:
Richard – Workplace wellbeing creates psychological safety, unlocking employee potential and creativity. Organizations that prioritize wellbeing often see a strong return on investment—up to 10:1.
Richard – Wellbeing programs reduce absenteeism, boost retention, and enhance overall productivity.
Richard – Workshops alone are not enough; lasting change requires coaching, accountability, and follow-up.
Richard – Strategic planning makes wellbeing part of the broader organizational development, not just a side initiative.
Richard – Self-awareness and emotional intelligence are key elements for reducing conflict and improving team dynamics.
Richard – A strong wellbeing culture improves both individual behavior and organizational performance.
Richard – Small, sustainable changes are the foundation for long-term transformation in workplace health.
Guest Information: Our guest from New Zealand, Richard Ellis, began in the health and fitness industry, focusing on energy management, resilience, and well-being. He became an expert in a different subject about two decades ago. He specializes in helping business owners, corporate leaders, and teams unlock their full potential through optimal health and performance. He expanded his impact beyond one-on-one coaching, working with businesses to improve staff well-being and productivity. His approach is simple but effective—helping individuals make small, sustainable changes that lead to massive shifts in energy, focus, and overall performance. He’s known as ‘The Energy Coach’. He engages with thousands of followers and fans across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. He puts out a newsletter to help them create energy everyday by making little changes in their lives.
Links for Richard:
LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richellis/
Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/richsellis
Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/richsellis/
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Thanks for joining us,
(-(-_(-_-)_-)-) Your wellness check-in team
John, Sammy, Cameron, Sheila, Elise, Isabelle, Noura, Julie and Riley