ERP PROGRESS

JOURNEY TOWARDS “GO-LIVE”

"GO LIVE PROGRESS"

• Process in Live Environment

• Ongoing process changes being documented as per ISO requirement.

• Expected to be fully integrated by end of the May 2018.

Management Review Meeting 2017

On 19th April 2018 Management Review Meeting was held at Wisma Leopad. All the BOD, HOD, BUH, and BM participated in the meeting. The management Review Meeting was Launched by Mr.Guru (CEO Leopad Group) by giving an opening speech. KPI 2017 shows improvement for all the HOD, Branch & BUH.

Mr Guru (CEO) giving an opening speech as a welcoming
                  to all the Leopad members. 

Lumut Branch achieve exceed requirement.

Kulim Branch achieve exceed requirement.

Malacca Branch achieve exceed requirement.

Buka Puasa/ Ramadhan Buffet Dinner 2018

The holy month is approaching soon, its festival season again and yes that means CELEBRATION time.

The Leopad Management is very pleased to invite you for a Buka Puasa/ Ramadhan Buffet Dinner 2018 @ Vasco’s Restaurant, KL Hilton.

                        Date/ Day:                 21.05.18 (Mon)

                        Venue:                        Vasco’s Restaurant, KL Hilton (KL Sentral)

                                                             Lobby Level

                        Time:                           After maghrib prayers (about 7.20pm)

                        Reservation:               Made under RM Leopad

                        Tel:                               603 2264 2264

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri - Maaf Zahir & Batin

                                      

SAFETY AND HEALTH NEWS

SAFETY AND HEALTH 

Safety is a core value for Leopad Group, which works to improve safety through training, information sharing, standard development and advocacy. We are dedicated to promoting safety culture in the field within our office and throughout our personal lives.There were two events organized by the Safety and Health department at Kulim and Malacca Branch.

KULIM BRANCH

LEOPAD KULIM hosted the "1st quarter GSHE Management Meeting and 2017 SHEMS Management Review Meeting" at Hotel Sri Malaysia on 21st April 2018. The meeting was chaired by the COO of Leopad Group.

MALACCA BRANCH

On 4th May 2018, Malacca Branch hosted the Malacca Safety Day and Dinner celebration at Philea Resort, Ayer Keroh. MR.GURU (CEO LEOPAD GROUP) officially launched the event. Mr.Guru also congratulated the Malacca Team for organizing such event. Mr.Guru announced the "Save Man Hours" about 4.7 Million which was successfully undertaken by Malacca Branch for the year 2017. He went on to advice all the workers to increase the Safety Level and work together with clients to reduce safety issues. 

CSR PROGRAM by Malacca Branch

MALACCA BRANCH ORGANIZE CSR PROGRAM FOR SJK(T) LADANG KEMUNING KRU, GADEX.

Malacca branch conduct CSR program for the school students of SJK(T) Ladang Kemuning Kru, Gadex on 18th April 2018 by proving lunch as MCDonalds for the school students.

7 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress in the Workplace

Stress is one of the most daunting obstacles to employee engagement in the modern workplace. Studies estimate that stress costs U.S. businesses an $300 billion annually, and the workplace has been identified as the No. 1 source of stress for American workers.

Workload, lack of job security, and personnel problems gang up and overwhelm employees, dragging down their satisfaction levels. In fact, the negative consequences from stress are so strong that it has been declared a World Wide Epidemic by the World Health Organization. 

While many have tried to construct all-encompassing lists of stress reducing tactics, recent studies have shown that there are not one-size-fits-all stress reducers. Rather, employee-environment fit should be the focus. If it's a good match, the employee is likely to be relaxed. A poor fits results in the opposite.

As managers and companies, we need to examine our employees and the environments we create for them. We need to make sure we are providing an office that fits our team’s definition of “not stressful,” not just what we think that looks like.

We have a few broad ideas that can be used to alleviate workplace stress, but make sure you tailor them to your workforce. Put these ideas into action; and remember, the best strategies start with leadership’s example.

1. Encourage workplace wellness

Exercise and healthy living are two of your best weapons against workplace stress. Exercise takes employees' minds off the stress of their job to focus on the task at hand. It also improves moods by increasing the production of endorphins, the brain's feel-good neurotransmitters.

Encourage employees to go on a walk during lunch breaks, subsidize gym memberships, or bring in a yoga instructor once a month. Consider holding a steps contest among teams for those who own fitness trackers.

Offer healthy snacks in the office, too. Employees feel valued when they think you're looking out for their health: a study by Peapod.com reported that 66% of the thousands of employees surveyed felt extremely or very happy when they're employer regularly stocked the refrigerator and cupboards, and 83% said that having healthy and fresh snack options was a huge perk. Something as simple as keeping fresh fruit or cartons of yogurt in the fridge goes a long way with employees.

2. Revamp the habitat

A lot of stress comes from environment. Think about every aspect of your office space and what it does (or doesn’t do) for the wellness of your team. Simple things like the quality of the coffee or the height of the cubicle walls can affect employee engagement. Update the office with an upbeat color scheme, additional plants, or new silverware. If you have the space, think about adding a ping pong or football table to allow employees to take their mind of their stress for a few minutes. Any changes that increase employee enjoyment will leave them feeling less stressed.  

3. Allow for flexible hours and remote working

You hired your employees because you have confidence in their ability to do their jobs well and in a timely manner - now let them prove it. Your office shouldn’t feel like a cell, but rather a place that facilitates getting a job done. Let your employees know that their job is defined by the quality and timeliness of their work, not when they punch the clock.

Allow your employees to work from home, and give flexibility for start and end times. This freedom is great for office morale, and the policy shows employees that you trust them enough not to babysit.  

4. Encourage social activity

Employees spend a lot of time together, and the more comfortable they are, the less stressed out they need to feel. As they get to know their coworkers, expectations and communication barriers are broken down, greasing the wheels for easier future interactions. If people enjoy spending time with coworkers, they’ll be less stressed at work.  

5. Create quiet time

Stress can't be completely avoided, but you can help alleviate it when it arrives. Ensure your employees have a place where they can take a break. Our research shows that more than 80 percent  of disengaged and hostile employees preferred the opportunity to have stress-relief breaks, such as a nap, massage, or required break. A small room, a lounge space at the end of the hall, and even an outdoor bench can be perfect places to find refuge from the chaos of the daily grind. Think about longer, retreat-style vacations, which can serve the same purpose.  

If your organization can afford to do so, consider implementing "No Meeting Mondays" or something similar, essentially blocking off time for employees to focus in on individual task and keep from getting bogged down with meetings or overwhelmed by a heavy workload.

6. Provide onsite or telephonic counseling

Many companies have also begun providing counseling as a way for employees to help deal with stress; in a recent study, almost half of workers felt they needed help in learning how to handle the stresses of their jobs. This strategy – in or out of the office, in group settings or individually – can help employees prepare for what stress will come their way.  

7. Recognize your employees

Employees love being praised for a job well done, and recognizing their success results in a serious boost in engagement. Each employee has a different personality, so be mindful when considering how and when to recognize. Some employees appreciate a call-out during a meeting or praise in a company-wide email, while more reserved types might prefer a card on their desk or a thank you in person.

However you choose to recognize, your employees will appreciate that you are aware off their success and want to share it with others. This makes them happier and more comfortable, in turn lowering stress levels

https://www.quantumworkplace.com/future-of-work/7-ways-employees-can-reduce-stress-in-the-workplace

5 Tips To Reduce Workplace Stress

We have all suffered stress in the workplace at one time or another. For some, it is something they struggle with every day, for others it may be a once off bout of stress during a busy working period etc. Either way, it is important for us to know what stress is, how it affects us individually and what we can do to reduce workplace stress.

It is important for us as employees and employers to be able to recognize workplace stress before it has an effect on health, well-being, and productivity.

“Unfortunately, workplace stress does not just stay at work; it comes home with the employee and can have a detrimental effect on home life and relationships.”

Stress can lead to a number of health issues for the individual:

• High blood pressure
• Auto immune diseases
• Heart disease
• Insomnia
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Weight loss
• Stomach issues
• Headaches

Unfortunately, workplace stress does not just stay at work;

 it comes home with the employee and can have a detrimental effect 

on home life and relationships. I’m sure you would agree that this is

 not an acceptable way to live.

Common causes of workplace stress

It is critical to be able to recognize the common causes of stress at work

so that you can take action to reduce stress levels where possible. 

Workplace stress can be caused by a number of factors, ranging from heavy workloads and over-promotion to bullying and a blame type culture.

Excessively high workloads

When an employee’s workload becomes so much that they just cannot get it all done, it causes a huge amount of stress. With a high workload and unrealistic deadlines, it can make employees feel rushed, under pressure and overwhelmed. With this amount of work, it can be very easy for an employee to make a mistake, which in turn will cause more stress!

Poor Management

We all need clear direction when we know what it is expected of us, and then we are more confident in our role. Weak and ineffective management can leave employees feeling like they have no direction. Over-management can cause employees to feel undervalued and can affect self-esteem.

Bullying or harassment

Bullying or harassment in the workplace can have a serious and very negative impact on an employee’s well-being. It can cause psychological and physiological damage. Employees affected by this can change from being happy, confident and in control at work to becoming isolated, depressed and insecure. In turn, it can lead to absenteeism and long-term sick leave.

Poor company culture

Every company culture differs slightly, but the important aspects should stay the same, no matter where you work. Working in a company that is based on fear and uncertainty will for sure end up with a stressed employee. For example, a blame culture within a company can make employees feel afraid to make a mistake or afraid to ask for help.

Concerns about job security

No job is 100% secure, we all know that, but as humans, we all need some sense of security. We can’t spend our time worrying about whether we will get paid; have our job next week or what career opportunities are there for us. Time spent worrying about these things is time that we are not fully focussed on our jobs. When we feel insecure, we begin to feel stressed.

The above are only a few examples of what can cause stress in the workplace. Different things will stress different people out and that’s ok, that is what makes us unique! For whatever reason you feel stressed, then that is your pain point, don’t compare it to others.

It is important to remember that you cannot control everything in your work environment, but that does not mean that you are powerless, even when you are in a tough situation. Whatever your goals or work demands, there are always steps that you can take to reduce workplace stress and protect yourself from the negative effects of stress. This will improve your work life and strengthen your well-being in and out of the workplace.

How to reduce workplace stress

1. Inform your manager

Let them know the cause of your stress. Ask for their help and guidance. Be honest and let them know what the issues are. If you don’t tell them, how can they help?

If you feel you can’t confide in your direct manager, find someone in authority or someone in HR that you can trust.

2. Find support in your co-workers

Ensuring you have a solid support system at work, can really help you when you are having a rough time. A problem shared is a problem halved! Confide in someone you trust, it’s great to talk things through and get things off your chest with someone who understands the company and the culture. Just make sure you do the same for them if they ever need it!

Sometimes talking to someone who used to work in the role you are in can be a great source of help and advice. You may find out that the role has always had a very heavy workload for example or that the manager was difficult to work with. Either way, having that knowledge will give you some confidence and guidance about what to do next.

3. Support your health and well-being

Eat right, get enough sleep and get some exercise. It’s amazing how different things look when you are feeling good about yourself. If you find it hard to switch off from work, try yoga, meditation or mindfulness. Mindfulness is a great stress reliever because it takes you out of fight or flight mode and brings you into a relaxed state of mental clarity and calm.

4. Track your stressors

Consider writing down the things/situations that create the most stress for you and how you respond. By recording your thoughts, feelings and what was happening at the time, how you reacted etc., you will be able to find patterns relating to your stress and find a way to manage them.

For example, when you were feeling stressed, how did you react? Did you walk away, take it out on someone else, raise your voice, make a coffee, go for a walk?

5. Set your boundaries

Living in a digital world, it is very easy for us to feel that we need to be available 24 hours a day. It is critical to set some work-life boundaries for yourself. It could mean making it a rule that you don’t check work emails after hours or not taking phone calls after a certain time.

By setting some clear boundaries between home life and work life, you are making sure that you separate the two and you will reduce the potential for work-life conflict and the stress that goes with it.

https://eazysafe.com/blog/stress-management/5-tips-to-reduce-workplace-stress/