Today’s conversation between our hosts Adam Spencer and Matt Carter from Mates in Construction sheds light on the importance of addressing mental health in the construction industry. 

Matt Carter's personal story of struggling with poor mental health and witnessing the devastating impact it can have on individuals in the construction industry highlights the critical need for increased awareness and support for mental health. 

The stigma surrounding vulnerability and the reluctance to talk about personal struggles in the workplace only perpetuate the problem. 

However, through the efforts of organizations like Mates in Construction, who provide training and support for those in the industry, there is hope for change. By promoting open and honest conversations about mental health, and encouraging individuals to trust their intuition and seek help when needed, we can work towards creating a more compassionate and supportive work environment. 

Investing in the mental well-being of employees not only benefits individuals but also has a positive impact on productivity and the overall success of the business.

Listen to the episode as the hosts emphasize the importance of investing in people's mental health and creating a supportive workplace culture.

Discussion Points:

• 00:00 Welcome to Tradie Business School Podcast
• 01:58 How Do You Know if You’re Having Suicidal Ideation? 
• 04:50 Matt's Background in the Construction Industry
• 07:49 Deaths in the Construction Industry
• 10:11 Suicide Prevention and Getting Help Sooner
• 16:31 The Importance of Trusting Your Intuition
• 19:08 Investing in General Awareness Training
• 21:48 Suicide First Aid Day
• 24:28 How Common is Suicide in the Workplace?
• 27:31 The Importance of Private and Confidential Conversations

Resources:

• Chat us at ​​hello@tradiebusinessschool.com 
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• Visit MATES in Construction at https://mates.org.au/ for more information.

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