Did You Know...
...1 in 5 women pass on accepting a promotion because of the impact menopause has at work?
...more than 8 out of 10 women don't believe their workplace is equipped to handle menopause-related issues at work.
...there are menopause-related health and safety risks that may be your company's responsibility?
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Menopause is more than just a women's health issue; it's a workplace imperative that directly and indirectly impacts businesses globally.
Menopause awareness in the workplace training is a transformative initiative that provides substantial benefits for both employers and employees. By fostering a supportive and informed environment, employers not only demonstrate a commitment to gender equality, occupational health and safety, diversity, and their legal and ethical obligations. They also create a more inclusive, empathetic, and cohesive working environment where all employees can thrive.
In today's rapidly evolving workplace, it's essential to understand and address the unique challenges menopausal employees face. The key to creating an inclusive, empathetic, and supportive environment is distinguishing between Menopause Awareness Training and Menopause Symptom Support.
Menopause Awareness Training is all about educating your workforce on what menopause is, what it entails, and its social and economic impact. This is how you create a working environment that helps to break stigmas, promote inclusivity, improve communication, and increase empathy and understanding. It also demonstrates how to overcome six of the top challenges that HR, Heads of People, and DEI professionals experience daily.
Menopause Symptom Support, on the other hand, involves providing assistance to employees experiencing menopausal symptoms.
While Menopause Symptom Support is crucial, it becomes even more effective when preceded by Menopause Awareness Training.
"I have had the pleasure of partnering with Tafiq Akhir for six years. I am constantly blown away by his depth and breadth of knowledge about health, nutrition, hormonal balance, metabolism, and fitness. We always receive exceptional feedback from the participants of his wellness presentations, telling us what a great presenter he is and how beneficial the information is that he shares. Tafiq is professional, reliable, and an absolute pleasure to work with! I am a huge fan of everything he does and highly recommend him as a speaker, coach, and trainer."
Nicole Mixdorf, Chief Wellness Officer, Balance by Nature
Why Menopause Awareness Training & Certification?
More than half of the working population will encounter menopausal symptoms during their lifetime. If we include the over 40% of men over 45 who experience male menopause that makes up more than half of the working population. However, this topic has seldom been openly discussed until recently. Various factors, including embarrassment, privacy concerns, inadequate workplace practices, and cultural differences, have contributed to this silence. Regardless of the reasons, many employees suffer from menopause symptoms and would benefit from sensitive listening and effective support in the workplace.
As you can see, menopause is much more than a woman's health issue. It's a woman's life issue and will impact every aspect of her life: mentally, physically, and emotionally. Therefore, it impacts her health, relationships, home, and work. Menopause is also a business imperative when you look at the social and economic impact it has globally.
Menopause awareness training and certification are designed to raise awareness for all members of your staff, enabling you to contribute to creating a more inclusive, supportive, and teambuilding workplace.
It will highlight the impact of menopause and emphasize the significance of awareness and empathy. Additionally, it will challenge the stigma associated with menopause and debunk the myths and misconceptions surrounding this transformative phase in people's lives.
"Tafiq's approach and professionalism is top notch. He has definitely been one of the most comprehensive health and wellness coaches in LA! If you are looking for an A + presentation and nutrition and wellness guidance, I highly recommend him. I approve this comment."
Pernell W., Humam Resources
The Benefits Of Becoming A Menopause-Approved & Certified Company with Mr. Menopause
Improve Overall Morale & Staff Confidence
Increase Overall Productivity & Profits For The Company
Reduce Sick Leave & Absenteeism, Thus Reducing Sick Pay
Avoid Expensive Agency Costs To Cover Absent Team Members
Mitigate Cost To Recruit & Train New Staff
Boost Company Profile & Culture Publicly
Increase Staff Retention & Talent Acquisition
Avoid Lawsuits
& Other Legal Actions
Meet Your Menopause Awareness
& Healthy Aging Specialist
Tafiq Akhir, also known as, Mr. Menopause, is a Licensed and award-winning Menopause Expert, Menopause Awareness Specialist, Healthy Aging Advocate, Author, Speaker, and host of The Mr. Menopause Show. He is passionate about raising awareness by providing proven and fact-based training, resources, and solutions to help companies retain and attract high-level talent and to create an inclusive, safe, and supportive working environment for all employees.
For over 23 years, Tafiq has been one of Los Angeles' most trusted health and fitness experts helping women reshape their bodies. For over 18 years his specialty in hormone health has helped women pver 40 restore their health and renew their lives. And for nearly 9 years he's worked in corporate wellness for companies including LAX, Westfield Mall Century City, and Edmunds.
In his free time, Tafiq enjoys doing anything creative in the fine or performing arts and spending time with his spouse Darryl, and two fur babies, Jasper and Lewie.
Tafiq is also a proud 6-year member of the Board of Directors for the Boys & Girls Club of Hollywood.
"Tafiq's presentation on menopause" was excellent.
In it, Tafiq gave a clear explanation of various causes for our menopause symptoms in a well-laid-out, easy-to-understand explanation.
Further, as a fellow health coach, I can confidently write that Tafiq knows his stuff and can assist women with menopause issues."
- Oralia Acosta, Health Coach
"There was so much good information I would go to this presentation a second time. Tafiq covered a variety of topics including nutrition, the critical role of sleep, listening to your body, and the difference between high and low-intensity exercise."
- M.L., LAX
"I attended Tafiq's webinar and thoroughly enjoyed it! Tafiq was engaging and knowledgeable - incorporating his training as a Menopause Champion with his vast knowledge of nutrition, health, and fitness. He focused on one of the most important aspects - raising awareness of menopause and educating those in the workplace so women in this life stage can get the support they need from those they work with, and companies can improve culture and retention. I would highly recommend others to engage with Tafiq on menopause workplace education!"
Allison Lewin, founder of Menowar and a trained Menopause Champion
What to Expect With Your
Mr. Menopause In the Workplace Partnership
Tafiq Akhir, aka Mr. Menopause, offers a comprehensive blend of research, education & support in collaboration with your team members who lead critical areas like human resources, diversity & inclusion, and training & development to enhance the well-being of your employees while providing a safe and supportive working environment.
eLearning Programs
In-Person Training Options
Policy Support & Framework
Providing Menopause Awareness For Your Company Does Not Need To Be Complicated
Tafiq provides simple yet comprehensive solutions to help your organization become a well-informed, certified, and menopause-approved company with proven and award-winning training in 3 easy steps.
Step One
Assess the need for menopause awareness and support for your company through insightful surveys and evaluations.
Step Two
Provide menopause awareness training for leadership to equip management and department heads with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to help make menopause work in the workplace for all employees.
Step Three
Provide menopause awareness and healthy aging support for your staff to educate them on menopause, how it impacts home and work, how to manage symptoms at home and work, and how to appropriately support each other in the workplace.
Get More Details Below
MR. MENOPAUSE IN THE WORKPLACE TRAINING METHOD
(All Options are Tailored to Your Company Needs and Culture)
Start Here
MenoInsights Assessment
DETERMINE THE LEVEL OF MENOPAUSE SUPPORT YOUR COMPANY NEEDS TO OVERCOME LINKED WORKPLACE CHALLENGES
Get StartedOption One
WorkPause eTraining or Workshop
ELEVATING WORKPLACE WELLNESS W/ MENOPAUSE AWARENESS AT WORK FOR THE ENTIRE STAFF
- Menopause At Work Training
- Menopause Basics
- Workplace Implications
- Legislation
- Benefits of Policy
- Staff Retention
- Ask Mr. Menopause Q&A
- BONUSES: Menopause Needs Staff Assessment
- Menopause At Work (eBook)
- Menopause Experts Group-approved Badge and Certification
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Post-training Survey
Option Two
EmpowerPause eTraining or Workshop
MENOPAUSE & HEALTHY AGING AT WORK TRAINING & CERTIFICATION FOR LEADERSHIP
- Menopause and Healthy Aging in the Workplace
- The Impact of Menopause at Home and Work
- Legal and Ethical Compliance
- Understanding Workplace Fears of Menopausal Employees
- Navigating Menopause Conversations
- Benefits of Menopause Policy
- Ask Mr. Menopause Q&A
- BONUSES: Menopause Policy Template and Guidelines (eTraining and eBook)
- Mr. Menopause Approved Badge and Certification
- Post-training Survey
Option Three
MenoMastery eTraining or Workshop
MENOPAUSE & HEALTHY AGING IN THE WORKPLACE WORKSHOP & CERTIFICATION FOR STAFF
- Menopause and Healthy Aging 101
- Mindfulness, Menopause, and Healthy Aging
- Food, Menopause, and Healthy Aging
- Physical Activity, Menopause, and Healthy Aging
- Psychology, Menopause, and Healthy Aging
- Healthy Aging, Wellness, and Menopause
- Ask Mr. Menopause Q&A
- BONUSES: 6-Month Access to Recorded Sessions
- Mr. Menopause-approved Badge and Certification (1-year)
- Menopause Experts Group-approved Badge and Certification
- Post-training Survey
Mr. Menopause Is Proudly Partnered With The
MENOPAUSE EXPERTS GROUP
I am proudly partnered with the Menopause Experts Group as a certified and licensed menopause champion, showcasing their award-winning and renowned Advantage accredited training. This collaboration allows me to leverage my expertise and passion for menopause health by delivering cutting-edge education and support on menopause-related topics.
The Menopause Experts Group's accreditation reflects my commitment to providing top-tier training and resources for professionals in the field, ensuring that I am equipped with the latest research and best practices to assist companies and individuals navigating the challenges of menopause. Together, we aim to make a significant impact on promoting awareness and understanding of menopause, ultimately improving the quality of life for countless individuals experiencing this stage of life.
By proudly posting your Mr. Menopause-Approved and Menopause Experts-Approved badges on your website and social pages, you show that your company values the contributions of your employees and upholds your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.