PROJECT
PORTFOLIO
STUDENT VERSION
BSBPEF201
SUPPORT PERSONAL
WELLBEING IN THE
WORKPLACE
Contents
Section 1: Self-reflection 5
Section 2: Develop a plan 7
Section 3: Review 9
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Student name:
Assessor:
Date:
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Section 1: Self-reflection
Identify what situation you will According to the described scenario, this task is related to the
be applying for this task. evaluation of an individual's problem-solving and decision-making
skills in the workplace. The task involves determining the best course
State if you are relating it to
of action to take when faced with difficulties such as unexpected work
your job, your college work or
hours and a difficult colleague impeding the individual's ability to take
the scenario provided.
breaks during the workday.
Outline all your work On days when I am not at university, I have started a new job. As a
commitments that you have in result, if you study and work part-time, you must know how to
a working week. balance your personal and professional lives, because my work
This could include job roles schedule is from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and there is no overtime work
and duties, hours of work, because it is an eight-hour job. I also have a problem with a co-
responsibilities, overtime, or worker who harasses me and tells me that I can't sleep because the
work that must be completed work isn't done on time. Also, I arrive home late because my
outside of normal working schedule is longer than I anticipated; additionally, I take the train from
hours. Or, course timetables, home to work in the morning and the same in the afternoon outside of
homework, required hours of normal work hours. As a result, I don't get home until 6:30 p.m. every
self-study. It should include if night, and the hours I work are much longer than I anticipated, so I
you have to catch a bus and work on days I don't go to college so I can attend classes and study
any travel time. in my spare time. I connect to my evening classes, which are held
twice a week from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., when I get home.
Outline all your personal It can be difficult to balance all your commitments over the course of
commitments that you have in a week, especially if you have a lot of them. So, you must find a way
a working week. to balance your obligations to your family, your sports club, your
volunteer work, and your social life. Because family is the most
This should include
important thing in life, you almost always must adjust your schedule
commitments to family,
to meet the demands that are placed on you. Try to attend your
sports clubs, voluntary work,
sports club at least twice a week and to participate in community
social outings or anything
service at least once a week. You are committed to bettering your
relevant. health and well-being. He strives to go on as many enjoyable trips as
he can with the people she loves about because he places a great
value on establishing strong ties with the people in his life. Many of
these tasks and commitments can be difficult to balance, but you try
to make sure that you keep up with them all. You enjoy spending time
with the people who matter most to you, but you also work to pursue
the interests and connections that are important to you personally. To
meet all of your obligations and be prepared for whatever that comes
your way, you will need to be well-organized. Even if it can be difficult
to accomplish so, if you put in the work, you can still achieve a decent
balance between all of its qualities. All you need to be able to do is
organise things, be flexible, and effectively manage your time. When
attempting to satisfy all obligations at once, effective time
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management is a must. responsibilities and obligations. Making the
most of the time you have available and not overwhelming yourself
are both important considerations. You won't be able to do anything if
you overdo it. You must be prepared to adapt because there is
always a chance that plans will alter. In order to fit everything that is
important to you into your schedule, you need make sure that you
leave adequate time for everything. You should build some flexibility
into your plans to account for the possibility of unanticipated
occurrences occurring at any time. While managing all its functions
can occasionally appear intimidating, it's actually not impossible. All
you need to do is be conscious of how you spend your time and open
to rearranging your daily schedule.
List four factors that may be Longer hours worked than anticipated may result in stress,
impacting on your wellbeing exhaustion, and fatigue, which may have an adverse effect
in relation to your workplace. on your physical and mental well-being. Academic difficulties
You are to include personal may result from it affecting your capacity to focus and pay
and workplace factors. attention throughout class.
Insufficient breaks: Constantly being pressured by a co-
worker to forego your scheduled lunch or tea break can
cause both physical and emotional tiredness. Your general
welfare may be further impacted by this because it may lead
to hunger, thirst, and fatigue.
Long working hours and the pressure to work through breaks
may result in a lack of work-life balance. Stress and burnout
may result if this interferes with your ability to spend time with
friends and family, engage in hobbies, and engage in
activities that you find enjoyable.
Bad workplace culture: The actions of your co-worker, who is
forcing you to skip your scheduled breaks, may point to a
terrible office environment that does not value the wellbeing
of its employees. This may affect your sense of motivation,
fulfilment at work, and general sense of belonging.
Longer working hours, a lack of breaks, and workplace harassment
Identify any clear relationships
are just a few of the issues that have been identified as having an
between your personal
adverse effect on employee wellness and work-life balance.
wellbeing and the identified
Longer working hours might cause physical and mental weariness,
workplace factors.
which makes it harder for you to concentrate on your studies and
Think of your work-life harms your academic achievement. It might also result in a lack of
balance and how your time for personal pursuits, which would reduce socialising and
personal life may be affected ultimately lower wellness and satisfaction.
by your work life. Since taking breaks on a regular basis is crucial for sustaining focus
and productivity, working without breaks can also result in physical
tiredness and a decline in mental wellbeing.
Increased stress and worry brought on by a coworker's harassment
can have a severe influence on your personal welfare and academic
performance.
Overall, these workplace variables can have a big impact on your
personal and work-life balance, which could result in burnout, low job
satisfaction, and general health problems. It could be crucial to
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discuss these concerns with your employer in order to come up with
a solution that promotes a healthier work-life balance.
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Section 2: Develop a plan
List the factors impacting on Longer hours worked than anticipated may result in stress,
your own wellbeing as exhaustion, and fatigue, which may have an adverse effect on
identified in your self-reflection your physical and mental well-being.
task.
Insufficient breaks
Ensure that these are the
Long working hours and the pressure to work through breaks
same as what you identified in
may result in a lack of work-life balance.
Section 1.
Bad workplace culture
Assertive communication is the appropriate communication style. This
Identify the appropriate style
is since assertiveness enables you to express your needs and feelings
and method of communication
clearly and directly while remaining respectful of others.
that you will use to
In this situation, scheduling a meeting with your supervisor to discuss
communicate the issue with
your concerns would be the most effective method of communication.
your supervisor. During the meeting, I can explain the problems I'm having, such as
This may be defined by longer hours and bullying from your colleague, in a clear and calm
whether you attend online or manner.
face to face and any It is critical to remain objective and avoid being accusatory or
communication needs you or defensive. For instance, "I have been under pressure from a colleague
your supervisor may have. not to take my assigned lunch or tea breaks, which is affecting my
ability to work efficiently."
Also, suggest potential solutions or compromises to the problems
you're facing, such as adjusting your work schedule or finding ways to
increase productivity without sacrificing breaks.
Maintaining a professional and respectful tone.
Write a checklist of things that I'd like to speak about the issue of longer working hours. Although I
you would like to say to the agreed to work on my days off from college, the hours I am currently
supervisor. working are much longer than I anticipated. I am having difficulty
balancing my work and studies, and I am concerned that this will have
Remember this will be to
a negative impact on my academic performance. I'd like to request that
support your cause and help
my hours be changed to better suit my needs and allow me to
you to feel empowered about
concentrate on my studies.
your own wellbeing in the
workplace. I'd like to address the issue of extended working hours. Even though I
agreed to work on my days off from college, the hours I am currently
working are much longer than I expected. I'm having trouble balancing
my work and studies, and I'm worried about how this will affect my
academic performance. I'd like to request that my working hours be
adjusted to better suit my needs and allow me to focus on my studies.
I'd like to speak with you about my colleague's harassment. It is not
acceptable for them to constantly press me to forego my scheduled
lunch or tea breaks in order to complete work tasks. Breaks are critical
to my productivity and preventing burnout, and I should not be made to
feel guilty for taking them. I'd like my boss to step in and make sure I
can take my breaks without being interrupted by my co-worker.
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I'd like to request additional assistance or training to help me deal with
the demands of my job. If there are any aspects of my job that I am
having difficulty with, I would appreciate any advice or resources that
could assist me in improving. I am dedicated to doing well in my role,
but I require adequate support to do so.
The strategy that you will use if If I must deal with a negative reaction from a co-worker about my
you have to deal with a allotted lunch or tea breaks, my strategy would be to first calmly
negative response explain to them that taking breaks is not only a legal right, but also
necessary for productivity and overall well-being. If they continue to
harass me, I will escalate the situation to my supervisor or the HR
department, citing the importance of a healthy work environment as
well as the negative impact of harassment on employee morale and
performance. It is critical that I stand up for my rights and not let any
negative reaction discourage me from taking care of myself physically
and mentally.
Identify one formal wellbeing Employee Assistance Schemes (EAPs). Employers typically provide
resource that you think will help EAPs, which provide confidential counselling and support services to
you. employees and their families to assist them in coping with personal
and work-related issues. Counselling, financial advice, legal advice,
You could access this from
and referrals to additional resources are all common services provided
your workplace or ask your
by EAPs. These programmes can be accessed by contacting your
assessor for information
employer or human resources department to see if they provide this
available for students at the
benefit.
college.
the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO). The FWO is an independent
statutory agency that provides employers and employees with
information and advice about workplace rights and obligations. The
FWO also investigates complaints about workplace issues such as
underpayment of wages, discrimination, harassment, and unfair
dismissal. The FWO also provides educational resources and tools to
help employers and employees understand their rights and obligations
under Australian workplace laws. Workers can contact the FWO
directly for assistance and advice, and their services are free of
charge.
Identify one informal wellbeing The Australian Council of Trade Unions is an informal welfare resource
resource that you think will help that assists workers in Australia (ACTU). The ACTU is Australia's peak
you. trade union body, representing workers' interests across industries.
They offer a variety of resources and assistance to workers, including
You could research wellbeing
information on employment rights, workplace safety, and wage theft.
resources from your local area,
The ACTU also campaigns for better working conditions, fair pay, and
an online course, or videos,
job security. They can provide information on how to join a union,
podcasts or articles.
which can provide workers with additional support and representation
in negotiations with their employers. The ACTU is an informal resource
because it is not a government agency but rather a workers' rights
advocacy group.
Attach: A link to sourced material or a saved file from an
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appropriate formal wellbeing resource.
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A link to sourced material or a saved file from an
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appropriate informal wellbeing resource
A link to sourced material or a saved file from an appropriate formal wellbeing resource.
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Section 3: Review
There are currently no adjustments or comments needed because
Review the email that you
the email has gotten positive feedback.
received with feedback on
Communication plan:
how the meeting went.
The communication plan was clear, describing your goals, strategies,
Include a review of your: and methods for communicating with stakeholders, including your
supervisor and colleagues. His communication plan was flexible and
Communication plan
adaptable to changing circumstances.
Communication Good communication is essential for success in any professional
environment. It's crucial to communicate with your co-workers and
Formal and informal supervisors in a clear, succinct, and professional manner. Always
wellbeing resources follow through on pledges and promises and communicate in a timely
manner.
Resources for Formal and Informal Wellbeing: It's critical to give your
wellness top priority in both your personal and professional spheres.
Employee support programmes and services for mental health
offered by your workplace are examples of formal resources. Informal
resources can include talking to friends, family, or peers for support,
taking care of oneself, or looking for a mentor for advice and
assistance. Prioritize your physical and emotional health, and ask for
assistance if you require it.
Identify any communication I should have made it more clear during the interview process what
issues that you had. my expectations were for work hours and breaks as a new employee.
I didn't completely discuss the details with my employer because I
thought the position would work out well for my schedule. Due to my
lack of communication, my availability and the actual demand of the
job were misunderstood.
I should have brought up my colleague's behaviour right away and
voiced my worries about how it might affect my health and wellbeing.
Still, I attempted to avoid conflict and occasionally skipped breaks.
This simply encouraged my colleague's behaviour to worsen,
eventually becoming harassment. I need to have been more adamant
in expressing my boundaries and requesting assistance from my job.
List any communication The manager acknowledged that the initial explanation was not
issues that your supervisor entirely clear; he believes that I did not emphasise the possibility that
may have identified. the hours would be greater than anticipated enough. Second, I ought
to have brought up the matter of the colleague's harassment as soon
as it came to my attention. I should have explained to the colleague
that pressuring a co-worker into skipping lunch or tea breaks is
unacceptable. Last but not least, I should have helped the worker by
keeping in regular contact with him to see how he is handling the
workload and any potential problems.
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Discuss if your strategy to The strategy used was calmly expressed to the supervisor, it was
deal with a negative response explained to him that taking breaks is a legal right and necessary for
was successful. productivity and well-being is a good starting point. Getting good
results.
Reflect on whether you think I feel that my communication technique and style are generally
you used the most suitable for the interactions I have with users, but I am aware that
appropriate style and method there may be circumstances where a different strategy is required. I'll
of communication during keep working to deliver clear, practical information in an appropriate
communications with your and respectful manner, while also trying to respond to users' needs.
supervisor.
Attach:
The email sent to you by your assessor ☐
Email
From: Assessor
To: Agustin
Subject: Feedback
Dear Agustin,
I hope all is good in your world. I wanted to express my gratitude for your exceptional work thus
far and the communication and development plan you sent my way. Since I am so happy with
your work at this point, I have no recommendations or suggestions.
Continue your wonderful effort!
Best regards,
Assessor
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