Mental health for small business

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Owning a small business can be a rewarding experience but it can involve long hours, stress, unpredictable cash flow and multiple responsibilities, which can impact your health and well-being.  

If you’re worried about how your business is performing or are involved in a business dispute that’s causing you stress, contact the Commission.  

Providing a mentally healthy work environment, ensuring staff stay physically and mentally healthy, and ensuring your own mental health and wellbeing is being looked after, are all important for your wellbeing and the viability of your small business.  

There are a range of mental health resources and support available to assist you and your staff when your business faces challenging times.  

Resources for small business owners 

NewAccess for Small Business Owners  

Beyond Blue has developed a free and confidential 6-week mental health coaching program for small business owners. In the NewAccess for Small Business Owners program,  coaches with a background in small business work with you to develop practical tools for managing stress, building resilience, and navigating both personal and professional challenges. 

Mental health at work 

The NSW Government’s Mental Health at Work website supports mental health in the workplace. Information includes resource kits for manufacturers and regional and remote businesses.  

One-on-one business coaching  

The NSW Government delivers free one-on-one coaching to help your business create a mentally healthy workplace. Coaching services are delivered online or over the phone. The service focuses on providing hands-on guidance to help your business create a mentally healthy workplace.  

Ahead for Business 

This portal provides resources and highlights the experiences of small business owners through toolkits, training modules, podcasts, videos, blogs and case studies. 

Other support for small business 

Australian Taxation Office (ATO) 

If your mental wellbeing is affecting your ability to pay your tax or super, the Australian Taxation Office may be able to help with setting up a payment plan, deferring a lodgement or payment, or fast tracking your tax return. Contact the ATO to hear about your options as a small business owner or operator.