The Truth About Employee Wellbeing: Is Your Company Getting It Wrong? | Dr Zofia Bajorek 🚨

This episode is brought to you by Wellhub - connecting employees to the best partners for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleep. Check out their latest report all about the return on investment for wellbeing: https://wellhub.com/en-uk/resources/research/return-on-wellbeing-2025/In this episode of the Working Well Beings podcast, Dr Zofia Bajorek discusses her extensive experience in the health and wellbeing field, emphasising the importance of evidence-based practices in workplace wellbeing. She highlights the dichotomy between superficial wellbeing perks and the need for substantial changes in organisational culture and management practices. The conversation delves into the critical role of line managers in fostering employee wellbeing, the challenges they face, and the necessity for proper training and support. Additionally, the discussion touches on the potential impact of AI in management and the ongoing need for a human-centric approach in workplace practices.00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Zofia Bajorek01:59 The Dichotomy of Wellbeing Practices06:02 Understanding Evidence in Wellbeing11:52 The Role of Line Managers in Wellbeing18:05 Challenges Faced by Line Managers24:08 The Importance of Managerial Support29:47 The Future of Wellbeing and AI in Management