Mental health in the workplace has gained much-needed visibility in recent years. At Sensiba, it’s a topic we talk about openly—and one we integrate into our culture through vulnerability, empathy, and intentional action.
“We are human, and vulnerability is the key to success at our business.”
One of our core values at Sensiba is vulnerability. We reinforce it in 1:1 meetings, team check-ins, and performance conversations. When team members feel safe sharing what’s challenging—personally or professionally—it builds deeper trust and drives healthier collaboration.
To help foster this self-awareness, we’ve rolled out a personality assessment rooted in the Myers-Briggs methodology. The results have been remarkably accurate and insightful, offering new perspectives on working best as individuals and as a team. It’s more than a fun team-building activity—it’s a tool to support communication, growth, and leadership development across the organization.
Vulnerability often starts at the top. Sensiba partner Nick Lew Ton is a passionate advocate for mental health and leads by example. He shares his experiences with the team in open forums, helping normalize difficult conversations and encourage others to ask for help when needed.
The Push-Up Challenge
To further our mental health awareness efforts, many Sensiba team members participated in the Push-Up Challenge—a campaign to support men’s mental health and break down the stigma around seeking help.
Nearly 1 in 10 men experience some form of depression or anxiety, yet fewer than half seek treatment (Anxiety & Depression Association of America, 2024). That silence is what this challenge aims to disrupt.
One of our team members, Tom Faithfull, led the initiative and shared his reflections:
“The challenge raises awareness for mental health and the reality that we all have ups and downs—despite outward appearances. It gives us a healthy outlet to open up through exercise. As someone who’s battled mental health issues most of my life, I’ve seen how much of a difference movement can make. Whether it’s push-ups, dancing, walking, or hitting the gym—every bit helps. I’m proud of the Sensiba team for logging over 5,000 reps in June. Every rep counted, and every conversation mattered.”
Tom’s leadership brought colleagues together around a common purpose and helped spark more open, meaningful dialogue throughout the firm.
Cracking the Code
Sometimes, asking for help is the hardest step. People may struggle to articulate their needs or expect others to “just know.” Using clear, inclusive language makes a difference.
Author and speaker Simon Sinek offers a powerful reminder in a short video on how to say, “I need help,” in ways others can hear and understand. It’s worth a watch—and a share. Have a watch!
What’s Next?
Mental health advocacy doesn’t start and stop with a single initiative. It’s a continuous journey—and we’re committed to building on it.
If your organization is exploring ways to foster a stronger culture of wellness, psychological safety, or vulnerability-based leadership, contact us to learn how we can help.
