University of Wisconsin–Madison

News for Managers

The EAO News for Managers provides user-friendly advice on dealing with a variety of workplace issues and working effectively with your Employee Assistance Office.

Latest Issues

  • August 2023

    In this issue of the EAO newsletter, the EAO introduces the new Office Manager and discusses the Suicide Prevention Month and resources for Suicide Prevention.
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  • July 2023

    This month, the EAO shares a framework for managing through change.
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  • June 2023

    In this issue of the EAO newsletter, the EAO talks about resources to support managers in fostering inclusion in the workplace.
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  • May 2023

    In this issue of the EAO newsletter, we discuss ways that managers can harness the power of eustress to be more successful in the workplace.
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  • April 2023

    In this month’s supervisor newsletter, we share key messages ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month.
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  • March 2023

    In this month’s supervisor newsletter, we define critical incidents, talk about common reactions to stress, and ways that supervisors can use employee assistance benefits to support their team.
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  • February 2023

    In this month’s issue of the EAO Supervisor newsletter, we continue our discussion of habits and dive deeper into habits in the workplace.
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  • January 2023

    In this month’s issue of the EAO Supervisor newsletter, we discuss the ways that habits are formed and begin sharing tips and strategies to take control of your habits.
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  • December 2022

    In this month’s issue of the EAO Supervisor newsletter, we discuss the science behind empathy and ways to build a more empathetic workplace culture.
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  • November 2022

    In this month’s issue of the EAO Supervisor Newsletter, we discuss ways that Universal Design principles can be used to foster an inclusive working environment.
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  • October 2022

    In this month’s issue of the EAO Supervisor Newsletter, we discuss healthy ways to cope with disappointment and not get stuck.
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  • September 2022

    In the September issue of the EAO newsletter, we focus on setting realistic expectations.
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  • August 2022

    In this issue of the EAO Supervisor Newsletter, we discuss the ways in which supervisors can promote a resilient workplace in the back-to-school season.
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  • July 2022

    Imposter syndrome impacts many employees at UW-Madison, but not all supervisors understand what it looks like. This month, the EAO shares some information on this common phenomenon, as well as some strategies to cope.
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  • June 2022

    Traumatic events like a mass shooting can be extremely stressful. In the June issue of the EAO Supervisor Newsletter, we discuss ways to cope after a traumatic event.
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  • May 2022

    In the May issue of the EAO newsletter, we provide resources to process recent violence in Texas, California, and New York, and bust myths about mental illness.
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  • April 2022

    On campus, burnout is often named as a top challenge to maintaining a healthy and engaged workforce. But what exactly is burnout? And what can supervisors do to help with it? In the April edition of the EAO Supervisor newsletter, we offer tips for understanding, recognizing, and addressing burnout.
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  • March 2022

    As a supervisor, you can have a role in supporting caregivers in your team by learning what a caregiver is, increasing your awareness of the struggles working caregivers can face, and providing resources for those who may need it. When caregivers get the support that they need, they can be their best selves at work and with their loved ones. The EAO has compiled the following list of resources available for caregivers on campus.
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  • February 2022

    The end of winter can be a stressful time for many people. As we settle into the semester, it is common to feel tired, restless, or burned out. All employees, including supervisors, have been reaching out to our office for assistance with these concerns. If you or your colleagues are experiencing a sense of restlessness, you are not alone. This newsletter includes links to resources available to UW employees that can support you during this time of year.
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