Creating a Workplace Where People Can Bring Their Whole Self to Work

The Challenge

Levi Solicitors recognised that legal work can involve demanding workloads, tight deadlines and emotionally challenging situations. The organisation wanted to create an environment where colleagues felt comfortable raising concerns, supporting one another and taking time to look after their wellbeing as part of everyday working life.

Approach in practice

Levi Solicitors has focused on creating a workplace where people feel able to bring their whole self to work. An open-door culture encourages colleagues to talk about anything that may be affecting them, while approachable managers and supportive colleagues help create an environment where people know they will be listened to and supported. Recognising that psychological safety is built through everyday experiences, the organisation has worked over several years to develop a welcoming culture where wellbeing is part of everyday working life.

Alongside this culture, Levi Solicitors has introduced simple wellbeing initiatives that encourage people to step away from their desks, connect with colleagues and take meaningful breaks during the working day. A communal jigsaw, located in a central area of the office, gives colleagues an opportunity to spend a few minutes away from their work and contribute to a shared activity. Tech Time Out Tuesday encourages colleagues to switch off from screens for an hour and take part in activities such as quizzes, colouring, conversation, quiet reflection or working together on the jigsaw.

These initiatives are deliberately simple and accessible, creating regular opportunities for colleagues to connect, support one another and build positive relationships across the organisation. By combining approachable leadership with practical wellbeing activities, Levi Solicitors has created an environment where conversations about wellbeing feel natural and colleagues know they can ask for support whenever they need it.

Impact and learning

Employees have recognised Levi Solicitors' ongoing commitment to wellbeing, highlighting its open-door culture and the opportunities to connect and support one another. Staff have reported increased morale and happiness, reflecting the organisation's continued investment in creating a welcoming environment where people feel valued, supported and able to bring their whole self to work.

Key takeaway for other employers

Creating a psychologically safe workplace does not always require large budgets or complex initiatives. Simple, consistent actions that encourage connection, open conversations and regular opportunities to step away from work can help create an environment where people feel supported, valued and able to bring their whole self to work.