Unlock the Power of Employee Well-Being: Transformative Insights with Bestselling Author Mark C. Crowley

Unlock the secrets to peak performance and human-centered leadership with Mark C. Crowley, a trailblazer in the field and bestselling author, as he joins the "Do Good to Lead Well" podcast. Discover how prioritizing employee well-being over conventional engagement metrics is transforming organizations globally. Mark's latest book, "The Power of Employee Well-Being," challenges the status quo by asking us to redefine what team flourishing really looks like while providing an evidence-rich and practical roadmap to make it happen.

Our conversation begins by encouraging organizations to shift from outdated annual engagement surveys to the immediacy of pulse surveys, uncovering their impact on leadership accountability and organizational responsiveness. Mark also highlights the necessity of leadership commitment to move beyond performative measures, ensuring initiatives are authentic and impactful.

As hybrid workspaces become the standard, we discuss the critical importance of fostering connection and a sense of belonging, regardless of physical location. From maintaining and deepening the quality of relationships through regular one-on-one meetings to using office time to build social ties, we explore strategies for hybrid success. Plus, with the rising influence of AI, we emphasize the need for transparency and empathy in workforce management, ensuring that technological advancements do not compromise our humanity. Join us in this enlightening episode full of actionable, scientifically supported insights and strategies for leaders committed to driving success by leveraging the power of employee.

What You’ll Learn

- The importance of prioritizing employee well-being in leadership.

- How pulse surveys can provide valuable insights into employee satisfaction.

- The vital role of leadership commitment in realizing the power of employee well-being.

- Strategies for successfully managing hybrid workplaces.

- The transformative impacts of AI on modern workplaces.

- The role of authentic engagement in driving organizational success.

Podcast Timestamps

(00:00) – The Failure of Employee Engagement

(09:27) - Transforming Organizations Through Pulse Surveys

(16:40) - The Impact of Employee Well-Being

(21:18) - Friendship and Belonging at Work (102 Seconds)

(36:40) - Leading With Love in Leadership

(44:24) - Creating Connection in Hybrid Workplaces

(50:24) – Employee Well-Being in an AI World

KEYWORDS

Positive Leadership, Human Leadership, Employee Well-Being, Organizational Success, Engagement Surveys, Pulse Surveys, Workplace Happiness, Hybrid Workplaces, AI, Transparency, Leading with Empathy, Continuous Learning, Fostering Connection, Increasing A Sense of Belonging, Remote Work, Self-Leadership, CEO Success