Thrive
Research meets real life™
Our Mission
At Thrive, our mission is simple: to make more people thrive, more often, across more organisations. For nearly 10 years, we have been at the forefront of workplace wellbeing, helping businesses of all sizes improve mental health, resilience, engagement, and productivity through evidence-based solutions that deliver lasting change.
The Story Behind Thrive
Thrive was founded by Dr Frank Magwegwe, a respected financial wellness, resilience & wellbeing expert. His vision was to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application, delivering solutions that improve both employee wellbeing and organisational outcomes. Since its founding in 2016, Thrive has worked with many organisations, from SMEs to global corporations, combining research-based insights with a tailored approach to create thriving workplaces.
Grounded in the Science of Wellbeing
Thriving at work means more than providing employee benefits – and we have the data and research-based evidence to prove it. Poor mental health, disengaged teams, low productivity and high absenteeism is estimated to be costing South African organisations in excess of R250 billion every year, in spite of increased investment in mental health and wellbeing programmes. Not only does Thrive help organisations understand what’s not working within their employee wellbeing strategy: together, we help organisations build a culture of wellbeing.
Thrive aims to make employee wellbeing a cornerstone of every organisation we work with. By taking a holistic, strategic, and evidence-based approach to workplace wellbeing, we help organisations unlock the full potential of their people.
Our Solutions
Organisation-wide: Thriving at Work Consulting
A robust, evidence-based strategy for wellbeing is the foundation of a thriving workplace. Our consulting services help organisations take a proactive and impactful approach to enhancing employee wellbeing and building high-performance cultures. We provide bespoke support tailored to your organisation’s needs. Whether you are building a wellbeing strategy from the ground up, enhancing an existing approach, or seeking strategic input for senior leaders, we help you address gaps, optimise initiatives, and align wellbeing with your organisational values and objectives. Our evidence-based approach drives measurable improvements in resilience, productivity, and employee engagement – creating a thriving workplace where wellbeing is at the heart of everything you do.
For Managers: Thriving Workplaces Start with Leaders
Leadership style is one of the leading causes of workplace stress. Our mental health at work training for managers helps identify and refine the habits that may be contributing to stress – ensuring that pressure remains a motivating force rather than a risk factor.
At Thrive, we believe that better team wellbeing starts with supporting managers. Managers play a fundamental role in shaping workplace wellbeing. Research shows that managers have a greater impact on employees’ mental health than therapists or doctors. That’s why our solutions focus on equipping managers with the insights and strategies they need to lead on wellbeing with confidence.
Effective leadership directly influences team dynamics, engagement, and resilience. Through our mental health and resilience training, managers learn to address challenges proactively, model positive behaviours, and foster psychologically safe team cultures. When managers lead well, they inspire stronger relationships, higher performance, and more good days at work for everyone.
Thriving starts with a manager who understands their role in fostering wellbeing. With the right approach, organisations can create a culture of trust, support, and balance that benefits both people and performance.
For Employees:
In today’s fast-paced workplace, equipping employees with the skills to manage their mental health and build resilience is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. When employees can take charge of their wellbeing, they unlock their full potential, perform at their best, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
Our workplace wellbeing training goes beyond learning; it drives lasting behavioural change. By empowering employees to take ownership of their mental health, you are investing in a happier, healthier, and more resilient workforce. From employee training that builds foundational wellbeing skills to wellbeing champions who embed a culture of care across your organisation, our psychology-backed, evidence-based solutions are designed to make a real impact.
Employees who understand how to manage their wellbeing are more productive, engaged, and equipped to thrive in high-pressure situations. They recover faster from setbacks, sustain high performance, and help create a healthier, more balanced workplace. This doesn’t just enhance individual outcomes – it creates a ripple effect that strengthens the entire organisation.
A workforce that understands and prioritises wellbeing sets the tone for a culture of care, collaboration, and resilience. Our training equips employees with practical strategies to manage stress, enhance mental health, and drive meaningful change. By investing in wellbeing, you show employees they are valued as people, not just workers – building trust, loyalty, and a stronger organisational culture.
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