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Tools to feel safer at work

15-minute sessions focusing on strategies you can use to stay emotionally and physically safe at work.

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    Mindset

    2025-11-10T16:45:00+00:00

    Your frame of mind is the most important factor in how you understand and respond to a situation. Learn how your mindset can help protect your wellbeing, manage stress and stay resilient.

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    Communication

    2025-11-10T16:35:00+00:00

    Communication is a powerful tool. Join us for practical advice on using body language, tone and words to manage challenging situations in store, on the phone and while lone working.

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    Reset

    2025-11-10T16:47:00+00:00

    In this final session, we offer practical tools to help regulate emotions, reset between interactions and protect your long-term wellbeing.

What you need to know in two minutes

Short, focused sessions – each packed with a practical tip you can put into action right away.

  • Three Ps to let go of

    Three Ps to let go of

    2025-11-10T17:24:00+00:00

    Exploring the impact of challenges. Letting go of these ‘mental stories’ helps you move forward freely.

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    Three things minds need

    2025-11-10T16:57:00+00:00

    The key to a healthy mindset. Boosting these needs builds confidence and resilience at work.

  • Circle of influence

    Circle of influence

    2025-11-10T17:04:00+00:00

    You can’t control others’ behaviour, only your own response and mindset. Focusing on what you can influence helps reclaim a sense of power in tough moments.

  • Listen up

    Listen up

    2025-11-10T17:16:00+00:00

    True listening means focusing on understanding, not just waiting to reply. Reflecting back what you hear shows care and can help prevent escalation.

  • Deep attention

    Deep attention

    2025-11-10T17:13:00+00:00

    Your attention—both verbal and non-verbal—is powerful in de-escalating tough moments. Staying calm, composed, and attentive helps customers feel seen, heard, and valued.

  • Generous empathy

    Generous empathy

    2025-11-10T17:15:00+00:00

    A customer’s behaviour reflects their own struggles—not you. Choosing empathy helps you remain calm, grounded, and focused on finding solutions.

  • Becoming anit-fragile (1)

    Becoming anti-fragile

    2025-11-10T17:00:00+00:00

    Resilience means bouncing back; anti-fragility means growing stronger through challenges. Building wellbeing through S.P.I.R.E helps you thrive.

  • Sleep to recover

    Sleep to recover

    2025-11-10T17:23:00+00:00

    True listening means focusing on understanding, not just waiting to reply. Reflecting back what you hear shows care and can help prevent escalation.

  • DARE

    D.A.R.E

    2025-11-10T17:11:00+00:00

    Introducing the four steps to reset after stress. This quick tool helps you process, regulate, and refocus after difficult interactions.

Managing challenging situations

25-minute sessions packed with the latest insights, practical steps to handle challenging situations in the moment, and tips for recovery afterwards.

  • Part one

    Managing challenging situations - part one

    2025-07-09T08:02:00+01:00

    No one should have to face abuse at work. Let’s explore the latest findings on abuse in the retail sector, including how common it is, where it tends to happen, and why some people act this way.

  • Part two

    Managing challenging situations - part two

    2025-07-09T08:01:00+01:00

    Dealing with abuse can be tough. The first step to calming things down is recognising when a situation is getting worse. Join us for some practical tips on how to handle these moments effectively.

  • Part three

    Managing challenging situations - part three

    2025-07-09T08:03:00+01:00

    Recovering after a challenging situation is just as crucial for your wellbeing as handling it in the moment. In this final section, we’ll offer more tips on what to do when faced with these challenges and how to bounce back afterwards.

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    How to keep calm under pressure

    2022-06-17T09:58:00+01:00

    Navigating stressful scenarios, managing conflict and how to thrive under pressure. 

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    Take five: how to stay safe in store

    2022-10-05T13:55:00+01:00Exclusive content from

    Verbal abuse from customers can be frightening and stressful. Cliff Lee, director of wellbeing services at the Retail Trust, explains how to stay safe and look out for your colleagues.