Stress Awareness Month: Supporting Contractors Beyond the Numbers

April is Stress Awareness Month, a timely reminder that looking after our mental wellbeing is just as important as managing our professional lives—especially for contractors navigating the dynamic world of self-employment. At Icon Accounting, we understand that thriving as a contractor goes beyond just staying on top of your finances. That’s why we’re proud to offer iPerks—a benefits platform designed to support your overall wellbeing.

Whether it’s tackling the pressures of deadlines, staying motivated while working remotely, or simply maintaining a healthy work-life balance, iPerks is here to help you make your contracting journey as stress-free as possible.

✨ Mental Health Support – Peace of Mind, Every Step of the Way

iPerks includes a wide range of resources to help you stay mentally resilient. From mindfulness guides to practical exercises in reflection and gratitude, these tools are designed to help you manage everyday stresses and prioritise your mental health—no matter where you are in your journey.

Explore some of the latest mental wellbeing features:

��️ Fitness Programmes – Stay Active, Stay Energised

Keeping your body moving is one of the most effective ways to combat stress. Whether it’s a morning stretch, a five-minute mood boost, or advice on healthier eating habits, iPerks offers easy-to-follow plans tailored to your lifestyle—especially for those working from home.

Stay energised with these fitness resources:

�� Professional Development – Boost Your Skills, Boost Your Confidence

Personal growth plays a key role in managing stress and building self-confidence. Through iPerks, you’ll gain access to over 4,000 free courses across a broad range of topics, from business and coding to personal productivity. You can also tune into insightful podcasts and browse learning tools to keep your development journey on track.

Start learning today with these picks:

⚖️ Work-Life Balance – Because Success Means Balance

Struggling to switch off? Creating healthy work-life boundaries is crucial to long-term wellbeing. iPerks features practical tools and articles to help you recognise and change habits that may be contributing to stress—so you can truly recharge.

Build better balance with these resources:

Here for You—Every Step of the Way

At Icon Accounting, we’re proud to go beyond the numbers. By offering iPerks as part of our service, we aim to give our clients the tools they need to succeed—not just financially, but personally and professionally.

This Stress Awareness Month, why not take a few minutes to explore what iPerks can do for you? Your wellbeing is the most valuable investment you can make.

We’re with you—financially, professionally, and personally.