How to Build a Thriving Workplace: A Leader's Guide

The relationship between employee experience and company success is the next competitive frontier in business; learning about the new research that shows a clear link between employee well-being and a company's bottom line.

While most believe multitasking increases their productivity, scientific studies reveal the opposite; why mindfulness is proven to be a better path to emotional well-being and optimal work performance; how to develop and implement mindfulness.

Starting the day off with a few smiles makes a difference in work performance; how positive emotions can impact one's brain structure and chemistry; significant psychological, cognitive, social and health benefits that can improve work performance.

The importance of optimism and hope to a thriving workplace; studies confirm their correlation to the bottom line; the differences between these two concepts; how employees can learn to shift from pessimistic attitudes to more optimistic ones.

Research confirms that one's relationships with others significantly impact both their ability to thrive and their work performance; how to foster high-quality social connections among employees; how those connections can have a positive impact.

Scientists believe nature rewards not only the fittest but the kindest; how to foster generosity and compassion in the workplace; ways in which these qualities lead to stronger relationships and greater productivity; the benefits of self-compassion.

Some people are more open to learning new concepts and skills than others; how leadership can create an environment of psychological safety, curiosity and creativity that will inspire all employees to learn, grow and thrive.

The concept of athletes and artists experiencing "flow" or being "in the zone"; discovering how creating more opportunities for flow at work and adopting a strengths-based leadership approach can benefit both the employees and the organization.

Meaning is derived not from a specific task, but from an individual's understanding of the task's purpose; ways to help employees understand how their work and the company's activities serve colleagues, customers and the community.

An individual's mindset on whether stress is harmful or helpful can be changed; examining specific strategies that can help develop resilience; a more resilient workforce can lead to increased performance and decreased employee turnover.

A few well-planned front-end investments in employee health can prevent significant costs later on; the many ways in which workplace environment and culture can promote better health through exercise, eating habits, sleep, rest and relaxation.

Autonomy is one of the most powerful components of well-being; companies where employees have greater autonomy significantly outperform competitors; learning the best ways to give up a bit of control, even though it is difficult for most people.