The difference training managers makes
Started by Amanda Opie
350 points
Amanda Opie
Training line managers in mental health isn’t a “nice to have” – it’s transformative.
Right now, only 29% of organisations provide this training.
And the difference shows:
✅ 73% of employers who do train managers say they’re confident to have sensitive conversations and signpost support.
⚠️ That figure drops to just 57% where no training is offered.
At MHScot, we see this every day. Managers are the linchpin of workplace wellbeing – they set the tone, notice early warning signs, and create the space for honest conversations.
When managers are trained, the benefits ripple outwards:
• Greater confidence
• Reduced absence
• Stronger workplace culture
Investing in manager training isn’t just about wellbeing – it’s about smarter, more sustainable business.
350 points
Amanda Opie
Training line managers in mental health isn’t a “nice to have” – it’s transformative.
Right now, only 29% of organisations provide this training.
And the difference shows:
✅ 73% of employers who do train managers say they’re confident to have sensitive conversations and signpost support.
⚠️ That figure drops to just 57% where no training is offered.
At MHScot, we see this every day. Managers are the linchpin of workplace wellbeing – they set the tone, notice early warning signs, and create the space for honest conversations.
When managers are trained, the benefits ripple outwards:
• Greater confidence • Reduced absence • Stronger workplace culture
Investing in manager training isn’t just about wellbeing – it’s about smarter, more sustainable business.