Tips, gossip, state secrets and coffee requests @johnjohnstonmi or [email protected] | View in your browserSNEAK PEEK— Public affairs pros are increasingly suffering from poor mental health — but what’s behind the change? TALKING SHOPGRIM READING: Bulging inboxes, tiny teams and a dash of political chaos has contributed to a surge in poor mental health among PR and public affairs pros, according to a grim new survey. Pre-pandemic, the proportion of PR pros who worked full time in an office was 70 percent. Unsurprisingly, those enjoying the home comforts reported a better work-life balance, feeling more relaxed and improved mental health due to escaping the commute. SUBSCRIBE to the POLITICO newsletter family: Brussels Playbook | London Playbook | London Playbook PM | Playbook Paris | EU Election Playbook | Berlin Playbook | Global Playbook | POLITICO Confidential | Sunday Crunch | EU Influence | London Influence | Digital Bridge | China Watcher | Berlin Bulletin | D.C. Playbook | D.C.

Source: The Times May 16, 2024 10:13 UTC