A new wave of corporate “resilience training” aims to prepare fresh-faced Gen Z graduates for modern professional life. But some critics point out that even the most well-intentioned courses cannot overcome enduring workplace stressors and a lack of supportive management.

Human resources departments in Britain now outnumber doctors or lawyers, sparking debates about the implications for the UK’s workforce. While workplaces may be more comfortable, questions linger about whether productivity is being compromised in the process.