Watch this dynamic 45 minute discussion featuring Seth Serxner and Vic Strecher to learn about Wellbeing 3.0 and how it fits our “future of work” world. Hear the latest data linking proven wellbeing strategies to today’s most pressing employee experience and mental wellbeing metrics. And get 5 practical steps you can take this year to transform wellbeing in your organization.
Continue readingWatch – Wellbeing 3.0 – Harnessing Purpose to Reimagine Workforce Wellbeing
Learn How ProMedica Harnesses Purpose to Reimagine Workforce Wellbeing. In this 30 minute discussion, ProMedica’s Amy Jerome and Leah Budke joined Kumanu’s Eric Zimmerman to discuss how ProMedica harnesses purpose to reimagine workforce wellbeing. They explore how purpose has become a crucial element for a holistic, employee-centric wellbeing experience.
Continue readingFour powerful ways to cultivate a more positive and supportive culture
New year, new prescription for Dr. Carr. This month, he dives into way you can connect to and strengthen your life purpose may be the best resolution you can make this year. As always, there are steps for leaders to take to start helping their team quickly.
Continue reading3 Ways Benefits Leaders Can Rethink Employee Wellbeing
What do you and your employees consider first when it’s time to consider benefits? Health insurance, childcare, perhaps continuing education credit? Why not wellbeing? You’d think two years into a pandemic, employee wellbeing would top the list and be at the forefront of benefits leaders’ minds
Continue readingFour ways to exercise your and your team’s gratitude muscles
Dr. Carr shares his thoughts on why Thanksgiving is an important time to look back and forward, be present, and remember the things that make us human. Dr. Carr shares some strategies and tips to help leaders lead with more purpose and bring out the best in their people’s work and lives.
Continue readingPurposeful Leadership Through a Challenging Season
Dr. Carr is back with another Dr. Carr’s Corner. This month, he tackles the loneliness and isolation that the holiday season brings. For many people, this year’s holidays might be even more difficult to navigate. How can leaders and organizations help? Find out in this month’s edition.
Continue readingPurpose at work: How high-performing teams and organizations are built
As the pandemic continues to disrupt and transform society, people are taking time to assess what matters most to them. Many are rethinking what work means to them, how they spend their time, and whether they are valued. It’s leading to a dramatic increase in transitions and turnover in the workplace.
Continue readingVaccine Hesitancy — How Employers Can Influence Acceptance
Kumanu Founder and CEO Vic Strecher, Ph.D., MPH, Patrick L Hill, and Anthony Burrow recently published a research paper Sense of purpose in life predicts greater willingness for COVID-19 vaccination. A summary of the findings and practical steps employers can take to improve vaccine hesitancy is discussed below. With a strong purpose, one’s mindset can shift toward an interest in protecting yourself — not just for you — but to be able to remain purposeful every day.
Continue readingResearch Minute – Retain talent with Purpose
How can you close those gaps and make your organization a place people want to stay? Start by re-centering your approach around the new wellbeing drivers: meaning, purpose, connection, authenticity, inclusion, and growth. Employees who report their employer supports their personal purpose are 3.5 times as likely to have a strong sense of dignity at work — and as a result, they are 2.3 times more likely to stick around / not leave for greener pastures.
Continue readingWatch — Employee needs have changed. Has your wellbeing strategy?
The cracks were there; events of the past year widened them. Today, 2 in 3 employees struggle with anxiety, 1 in 3 face food insecurity, 4 in 10 lack purpose at work, 1 in 4 plan to leave. And 2 in 3 leaders report programs today fall short. Wellbeing is changing. For good. Join us to learn how to offer more of what employees expect today: authenticity, equity, and programs centered on social and emotional wellbeing. See new research and real-world results from diverse settings.
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