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NABS NABS is here to improve the wellbeing of everyone in the advertising and media industry.

NABS’ ambition is to help create a UK advertising and media industry which truly believes and demonstrates that vital to its own success is the wellbeing of its people. Our purpose is to improve and champion the wellbeing of everyone in advertising and media, to help you, your company and the industry succeed and thrive, at every stage on the journey of your career. In an exciting but pressurised

and volatile industry, we’re passionate about providing expert, impartial and friendly help, advice and career guidance whenever it is needed. We do this through our comprehensive career coaching, networking opportunities, grants and Masterclasses on things like working parents and resilience, an Advice Line which exists to offer a supportive ear, and events which bring all sides of our community together to network and learn. So, if you’re looking to navigate a successful career path, in need of someone to turn to for some helpful, informed advice and guidance, hoping to build your confidence and self-belief, or keen to give something back to our advertising family, call us, meet us, use us!

Happy holidays from all of us at NABS!We’ll be in your corner throughout the festive period. Here’s how you or your indu...
23/12/2025

Happy holidays from all of us at NABS!

We’ll be in your corner throughout the festive period. Here’s how you or your industry colleagues can get support over the winter break:

- Message our Support Bot for 24/7 instant guidance.

- Contact our friendly and empathetic Advice Line team.
They’ll be checking emails and call back requests regularly (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day – although if you leave a message on one of those days, the team will respond as soon as they can).

Call: 0800 707 6607
Email: [email protected]

If you need urgent emotional or mental health support, contact:
Samaritans 116 123
Shout 85258
NHS 111

Give to NABS this Christmas and help mental wellness soar this Q4.By generously donating to the Christmas Giving appeal,...
17/12/2025

Give to NABS this Christmas and help mental wellness soar this Q4.

By generously donating to the Christmas Giving appeal, you’ll be helping NABS deliver vital services to everyone in advertising, marketing and media all year round. From mental wellness support to redundancy guidance and a friendly listening ear when people need it most.

We couldn’t do any of this without our incredible community. Thank you for helping us keep showing up for our industry together this Christmas.

Every penny counts and if you're able to give more, £100 gives a therapy session for someone living with mental health issues.

👉 Donate here: https://www.nabschristmasgiving.org.uk/

Our advisors are hearing from a lot of people facing redundancy right now - and we know how tough that can feel. Losing ...
16/12/2025

Our advisors are hearing from a lot of people facing redundancy right now - and we know how tough that can feel. Losing a job is never easy, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. We’re here with clear, practical advice on where you stand and what to expect.

As a starting point, our redundancy guides are designed to be simple and supportive, taking just a few minutes to help you get your bearings.

If the changes in our industry have left you feeling uncertain, check out our events calendar and book a free workshop designed to support your mental wellbeing and help you move forward:

13 Jan – Confidence & Gravitas
20 Jan – Create Your Personal Brand
21 Jan – Explore: Money and Mental Wellness
28 Jan – Managers’ Mindsets: Mental Wellness Conversations
29 Jan – Connect: Together Through Anxiety

Remember it's the role that's redundant, not you.

👉 Read the guides here - https://nabs.org.uk/advice/redundancy/

11/12/2025

New on the NABS Podcast: Merry Christmas, it’s the Yay List - with James White, Michelle Sarpong and Sue Todd.

Get cosy, festive and fundraisy as we celebrate NABS’ amazing donor community with the publication of the Yay List, in partnership with - this year’s industry list to be on.

Grab an eggnog and a mince pie and settle down for a celebratory chat with top NABS supporters James White and Michelle Sarpong, along with NABS CEO Sue Todd. ‘Yule’ get tips for supporting yourself from now until the New Year from our trio of brilliant industry leaders.

🔊 Listen via link in bio, or wherever you get your podcasts

Donate to the NABS Christmas Giving appeal and show your support for mental wellness in our industry. Last year, NABS re...
09/12/2025

Donate to the NABS Christmas Giving appeal and show your support for mental wellness in our industry.

Last year, NABS received 5,200 calls from people across the industry. That’s proof that looking after our collective mental wellness has never been more important. By generously donating, you'll be helping us to deliver vital services to our community all year round to keep everyone moving forward.

Every penny counts and if you're able to give more, £50 provides an essential food package for someone out of work.

👉 Donate now: https://www.nabschristmasgiving.org.uk/

04/12/2025

New on the NABS Podcast: From burnout to mental wellness advocate with Bally and Annabel McCaffrey.

Stephen Ballinger, known best to the industry as Bally, is chief commercial officer at Astus. He is also a huge advocate for mental wellness after experiencing a breakdown. He now checks in on himself and his team daily and encourages us all to do the same.

Also, joining us for this episode is NABS Head of Support, Annabel McCaffrey.

With Bally and Annabel, we discuss strength in vulnerability, checking in with yourself and much more.

🔊 Listen here - https://nabs.org.uk/podcasts-and-talks/bally/ - or wherever you get your podcasts

04/12/2025

New on the NABS Podcast: From burnout to mental wellness advocate with Bally and Annabel McCaffrey.

Stephen Ballinger, known best to the industry as Bally, is chief commercial officer at Astus. He is also a huge advocate for mental wellness after experiencing a breakdown. He now checks in on himself and his team daily and encourages us all to do the same.

Also, joining us for this episode is NABS Head of Support, Annabel McCaffrey.

With Bally and Annabel, we discuss strength in vulnerability, checking in with yourself and much more.

🔊 Listen via link in bio, or wherever you get your podcasts

Start the year with support that sets you up to thrive with our free January workshops.Our free workshops are here to he...
02/12/2025

Start the year with support that sets you up to thrive with our free January workshops.

Our free workshops are here to help you build confidence and momentum in 2026 - whether that means finding your voice, managing pressure, or shaping your personal brand.

Led by expert coaches, each session gives you practical tools to reflect, reset and feel more in control of your work, wellbeing and direction for the year ahead.

⏰Book now: https://nabs.org.uk/events/month/2026-01/

This Giving Tuesday, choose to give to NABS. We're inviting you -our industry friends- to donate to the NABS Christmas G...
02/12/2025

This Giving Tuesday, choose to give to NABS.

We're inviting you -our industry friends- to donate to the NABS Christmas Giving appeal and help ensure nobody has to face tough moments alone.

Last year, our services were accessed over 14,000 times. Help us to continue supporting our industry by donating to the appeal.

Every penny counts and if you're able to give more, £100 gives a therapy session for someone living with mental health issues.

👉 Donate here: https://www.nabschristmasgiving.org.uk/

27/11/2025

NABS friend, James Cornish, has brought together an incredible team of adlanders to take on the first-ever x NABS 24 hour challenge. In pairs, they’ll complete the ATHX experience 8 times, in 1 day. Yes, that’s 8 times.

And it’s all to raise vital funds for NABS so we can keep supporting people through the good times, the tough times and everything in between.

If you can, show your support and donate to their JustGiving page - link in bio

26/11/2025

New on the NABS Podcast: How to lower the stress around pitching (and work) with .

Rachel is the MD of and a proud dyslexic and neurodivergent leader. Rachel is also, excitingly, the new chair of Fast Forward, NABS’ flagship training course that teaches people how to pitch in real time.

With Rachel, we discuss asking for help, preventing burnout, pitching, and much more.

🔊 Listen via link in bio, or wherever you get your podcasts

P.S. Fast Forward has a Black Friday offer! DM for more details

26/11/2025

New on the NABS Podcast: How to lower the stress around pitching (and work) with Rachel Peace.

Rachel Peace is the MD of Hearts and Science and a proud dyslexic and neurodivergent leader. Rachel is also, excitingly, the new chair of Fast Forward, NABS' flagship training course that teaches people how to pitch in real time. (which currently has a Black Friday offer!)

With Rachel, we discuss asking for help, preventing burnout, pitching, and much more.

🔊 Listen here, or wherever you get your podcasts - https://nabs.org.uk/podcasts-and-talks/ep37-rachel-peace/

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