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French business television network BFM Business has turned its spotlight on an increasingly critical issue facing corporate France: the deteriorating mental health of company executives. The network’s special program “Hors-Série Les Dossiers BFM Business,” presented by Carine Dany, brought together leading experts to examine the mounting psychological pressures on business leaders.
Expert Panel Sounds Alarm
Barbara Mayer-Ansquer, commercial director at insurance group Malakoff Humanis, joined the February 15 broadcast alongside Olivier Bachelard, a researcher from emlyon business school, and executive performance coach Grégor Ozbolt. The panel dissected the specific factors undermining executive mental wellbeing in France’s demanding business environment.
The discussion, produced in partnership with Malakoff Humanis, focused on identifying the key stressors that make executives particularly vulnerable to mental health issues. The experts also outlined practical strategies for companies and individuals to address these challenges before they escalate into full-blown crises.
Prevention Takes Center Stage
Rather than simply diagnosing the problem, the BFM Business program emphasized actionable solutions. The panel shared concrete advice for preserving mental health among leadership ranks, recognizing that executive wellbeing directly impacts company performance and employee morale.
The timing of this broadcast reflects growing awareness across European business circles that mental health can no longer be treated as a taboo subject in executive suites. As competition intensifies and digital transformation accelerates workplace demands, the psychological toll on business leaders has become impossible to ignore.
Sources: Bfmtv
