Total Tools - Proud Official Partner of Movember
Total Tools is proud to be an Official Partner of Movember.
Since 2017, Total Tools has been supporting Movember on the hairy journey to support the fight and raise awareness to help change the face of men’s health and stop men dying too young.
Across our network in 2021, the Total Tools Movember team raised over $311K, finishing 1st in the Team leaderboard together with our 85 participating stores.
In 2022 we are back, and we are determined. We wanted to do more, and we are excited to take this partnership to the next level to support our trade community.
What is Movember?
Movember is the month where men shave off their moustaches and grow them out for a whole month – to raise funds and awareness for mental health and suicide prevention, testicular cancer, and prostate cancer.
With so many Mo Bros on jobsites throughout the country this cause is close to our heart at Total Tools. And while we all know the importance of health & safety on the jobsite…it is equally important to down tools for a moment, check in on a mate and raise funds for the men’s health issues that affect Aussie blokes.
Why should you care?
If you have been following along with this blog on our website or social media channels, you know that there are serious issues facing men in our society today – and they are not going away anytime soon. It is important that we address these issues head-on so that we can make sure they do not affect those who need us most – our loved ones.
How to get involved with Movember?
Check out these ideas on how to get involved on your own way:
Another simple tool that can be used on every jobsite is the ALEC framework:
ASK - Start by asking how he is feeling. It is worth mentioning any changes you have noticed: has he stopped replying to texts? Does he sound different on the phone? Has he gone quiet in the group chat?
LISTEN - Give him your full attention. Let him know you are hearing what he is saying, and you are not judging. You do not have to diagnose problems or offer solutions, but asking questions lets him know you are listening.
ENCOURAGE ACTION - Help him focus on simple things that might improve how he feels. Is he getting enough sleep? Is he exercising and eating well? There is something that has helped him in the past – it is worth asking.
CHECK IN WITH A MATE - Follow up your conversation with a phone call or FaceTime. This helps to show that you care; plus, you will get a feel for whether he is feeling any better.
We’re all about men’s health, and we need your help to spread awareness of the issues that affect men around the world.
You can support our staff who are growing Mo's or grab a Total Tools Movember tee, hat or stubby holder at selected stores and rock-it on the job site to show your support…. Every bit helps!
Get into your local Total Tools and help change the face of men’s health this Movember – whatever you Grow will save a Bro!
Together, we can make a difference!
Total Tools, Every Tool, Every Trade, EVERY MO, EVERY BRO!
Donate to Total Tools Movember team and find out more about how you can get involved with Movember!