As the future of work takes shape, employee well-being is no longer a side initiative; it’s a core leadership priority. In an environment defined by constant change, rising burnout, and evolving expectations, the question isn’t if you should prioritize holistic health, but how.
In a global study of more than 30,000 workers, McKinsey Health Institute researchers identified strongly influential “enablers” that promote holistic health within organizations—such as psychological safety—and then explored interventions that leaders can use to drive these enablers: adaptability training, purpose workshops, and peer mentoring being among them. According to Shail Thaker and coauthors, prioritizing employee health can help transform work into a source of life enhancement. Explore these insights to learn more about creating the conditions that empower people.
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