"We've identified mental health as a workplace issue. Now what? Most companies stop at awareness."

Pete Smith, Founder & CEO of Confyde, joins Dr. Martin and James to discuss a platform designed to move beyond awareness and into action. From confidential check-ins to real-time data on workforce mental health, this conversation explores what early intervention actually looks like in high-risk industries.

INSIDE THE EPISODE:

• Mental health awareness isn't the same as mental health action. Companies have EAP numbers and training programs, but workers still aren't getting help when they need it most.

• Early intervention beats crisis response. Confidential check-ins catch struggles before they become emergencies, and workers actually use them because the barrier to reaching out is lower.

• Data tells you what's really happening. Anonymous responses show how workers actually feel, not how they think they should respond when their name is attached.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Pete Smith is a former professional athlete and coach with over a decade of experience in the mental health space. During his coaching career, he saw firsthand the significant mental health challenges faced by many players and recognized the urgent need for better support. Unable to find an existing solution that met the needs of his team, he took matters into his own hands and created one. In 2022, Pete founded Confyde, a platform that has since provided critical support to teams, programs, administrators, coaches, and athletes, helping them engage in conversation and access the mental health support they need when it matters most.

Connect with Pete on LinkedIn.

RESOURCES MENTIONED

• Trade Mutt (Mental health awareness apparel): https://trademutt.com
• Construction Working Minds Summit: https://constructionworkingminds.com/summit

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