Why Wellbeing Belongs at the Heart of Business
In this episode of Walk The Talk, Sarah Mayo sits down with Soji Olufunwa, Executive Assistant at EQ Investors, to explore the importance of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace – and why it matters now more than ever.
From Finance to People
Soji has spent over a decade at EQ Investors, a financial planning and investment management firm based in London and Hove. While his role spans HR, operations, executive support, and strategic projects, it’s his passion for people that shines through. For him, wellbeing isn’t a “nice-to-have” – it’s essential to building a sustainable, high-performing organisation.
Embedding Wellbeing into Culture
Soji shares how EQ Investors has embedded wellbeing into the fabric of the business, from initiatives and programmes to talks and resources that support colleagues. Importantly, this isn’t just about headline events – it’s about creating an environment where people feel safe, valued, and supported every day.
Why It Matters to Him
For Soji, the commitment to wellbeing is both professional and deeply personal. He speaks candidly about the impact of mental health challenges and why normalising conversations around them is vital. Leaders, he says, must show vulnerability and empathy to build trust and resilience across teams.
Lessons in Leadership
Throughout the conversation, Soji reflects on the leadership lessons he’s learned:
- Wellbeing is collective – it takes everyone in an organisation to contribute to a positive culture.
- Small actions make a big difference – whether through check-ins, listening, or creating safe spaces.
- Sustainability requires balance – businesses that look after their people perform better in the long term.
Walking the Talk
This discussion is a reminder that wellbeing isn’t just about individual health, but about building thriving organisations where people can do their best work. As Soji puts it, when you take care of your people, the rest follows.
👉 Tune in to the full conversation on Spotify and YouTube (below) to hear Soji’s insights first-hand.
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