In this episode of How It Is, we sit down with Ben automotive industry charity CEO Rachel Clift to unpack automotive mental health and workplace wellbeing across the sector. From rapid post-incident response and a confidential hotline (8am–8pm Mon–Fri with 24/7 support outside hours) to prevention, outreach and measurable ROI (around £7 return for every £1 invested), Rachel explains how Ben automotive industry charity supports employees, dependants and employers with personalised plans, counselling and specialist partners. What you'll learn:- What Ben automotive industry charity actually does for workers, families and employers.- How the hotline & case-managed support work (and when the 24/7 line kicks in)- Why prevention and awareness drive a ~£7:£1 wellbeing ROI- The biggest automotive mental health challenges in dealerships and independents.- How outreach, response teams and industry challenges (e.g., Bangers for Ben) help.- Concrete ways your business can partner with Ben and amplify awarenessIf you work in automotive or lead a dealership this conversation shows there is support available for you and you are not alone. Discover practical ways to partner with Ben automotive industry charity and spread the word so more people get help sooner.You can support Ben or contact them for support below:https://ben.org.uk/linkedinStreaming on all platforms:🎧 Spotify: 🎥 YouTube: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: 🎞 Amazon Music: Chapters:(01:52) – Who Is Ben?(03:00) – Ben’s Mission: Supporting the People Behind the Wheel(06:00) – The Pressure in the Motor Trade(08:10) – Men, Stigma & The Awareness Gap(10:30) – Addiction, Sobriety & Healthier Coping Mechanisms(12:49) – Real-Life Example: When Tragedy Hits a Team(17:30) – The Future of Support: People Over AI(21:40) – Ben Charity Events & Industry Challenges(27:30) – How to Support Ben(29:30) – The Future of Ben: Awareness, Action & 2030 Vision