Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel Why Are We Here? Building a Better Culture at Work with Jennifer Moss
Jan 27, 2025
In this engaging conversation, workplace culture strategist Jennifer Moss, author of "Why Are We Here?", sheds light on forging a healthier work environment. She discusses the urgent need to combat burnout, emphasizing hope, purpose, and community as foundational qualities. Jennifer offers strategies to enhance employee well-being, including celebrating small wins to boost motivation. The dialogue also explores the evolving landscape of remote work, the importance of DEI initiatives, and fostering a genuine sense of belonging among employees.
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Hopelessness in Young Workers
- Many young people, aged 18-30, experience hopelessness multiple times a week.
- This makes it challenging to engage them in future-focused work initiatives, like AI adoption.
Building Hope Incrementally
- Build hope through small wins and celebrate incremental progress.
- Instead of focusing on large milestones, acknowledge and appreciate daily achievements.
Women and the Mental Load
- Women often carry a heavier mental load with work and family responsibilities, leading to "pajama hours."
- Recognize this as real work and prioritize rest to avoid burnout.
