Go In-Depth Workshop: Uncover What's Missing in Staff Retention and Recruitment (Virtual Only) | November 2023-Creating a Well Being Culture at Work to Improve Staff Retention Part 1

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In this video, the speaker, Dr. Rich Zephir, discusses the importance of employee well-being and its connection to employee retention and recruitment. He emphasizes the need for creating a well-being culture in the workplace and highlights the six building blocks of this culture: peer support, leadership engagement, norms, shared values, culture connection points, and social climate.<br /><br />Dr. Zephir explains that well-being is not just about physical health, but also about factors like work-life balance, stress management, and social connectedness. He suggests that workplaces should focus on creating a sense of community, promoting positive emotions, and establishing shared goals among employees.<br /><br />The speaker shares examples of how organizations can improve their well-being culture, such as implementing peer support programs, encouraging socialization during breaks, and fostering a positive work environment. He also discusses the negative impact of loneliness and the importance of trust in building a supportive workplace community.<br /><br />Dr. Zephir concludes by encouraging participants to reflect on their workplace norms and to consider ways to shape them to better support employee well-being and create a positive work culture.

Keywords

employee well-being

employee retention

employee recruitment

well-being culture

peer support

leadership engagement

work-life balance

stress management

social connectedness

positive work environment

trust in the workplace