All Seasons

Season 1

  • S01E01 Workplace Well-Being: The New Frontier

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    What's the next competitive frontier in business? It's the relationship between employee experience and company success. Learn about the exciting new research showing a clear link between employee well-being and your company's bottom line.

  • S01E02 Mindfulness at Work: The Power of Presence

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Continue your look at mindfulness in the workplace with Mike Robbins. Understand the difference between recognition and appreciation, and why appreciation in the workplace can increase employee satisfaction, retention, productivity, and overall mental health. Learn how the mindfulness practice of gratitude can make a difference in your life.

  • S01E03 Positive Outlook, Positive Performance

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Can starting your day off with a few smiles really make a difference in your work performance? Yes! Discover how positive emotions can impact our brain structure and chemistry, resulting in significant psychological, cognitive, social, and health benefits that can improve work performance.

  • S01E04 Fostering Employee Optimism and Hope

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

  • S01E05 The Advantage of Workplace Relationships

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Our brains are wired for social interaction, and research has confirmed that our relationships with others significantly impact both our ability to thrive and our work performance. Find out how to foster high-quality social connections among employees and how those connections can have a positive impact.

  • S01E06 Encouraging Generosity and Compassion

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Scientists now believe nature rewarded not only the fittest, but also the kindest. Explore how to foster generosity and compassion in the workplace, and the many ways in which these qualities lead to stronger relationships and greater productivity. Also, explore the benefits of self-compassion.

  • S01E07 Creating an Inspiring Learning Environment

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    We all want to learn and grow throughout our careers, yet some people are more open to learning new concepts and skills than others. Find out how leadership can create an environment of psychological safety, curiosity, and creativity, which will inspire all employees to learn, grow, and thrive.

  • S01E08 Engaging Your Workforce: The Power of Flow

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    We're familiar with the concept of athletes and artists experiencing "flow" or being "in the zone." They report performing almost effortlessly while time goes by unnoticed when they are fully engaged in their work. Discover how creating more opportunities for flow at work and adopting a strengths-based leadership approach can benefit both your employees and your organization.

  • S01E09 The Need for Meaning: Making Work Matter

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Many people look to their work for a sense of fulfillment and meaning. But meaning doesn't come from the specific task performed; it is derived from an individual's understanding of the task's purpose. Explore the many ways to help employees understand how their work and the company's collective activities serve colleagues, customers, and community.

  • S01E10 Promoting Workplace Resilience

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    The modern workplace can be a stressful environment. But whether that stress is harmful or helpful depends on an individual's mindset - a mindset that can be changed. Examine specific strategies that can help develop resilience. A more resilient workforce can lead to increased performance and decreased employee turnover.

  • S01E11 Strategies for Employee Health

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    The research is clear that a few well-planned front-end investments in employee health can prevent significant costs later on. Explore the many ways in which workplace environment and culture can promote better health through exercise, eating habits, sleep, rest, and relaxation.

  • S01E12 Autonomy: Empowering Employees to Succeed

    • January 1, 2018
    • The Great Courses

    Autonomy - the feeling of being in control and having the ability to accomplish your goals - is one of the most powerful components of well-being, and companies where employees have greater autonomy significantly outperform competitors. Learn the best ways to give up a bit of control, even though it's difficult for most of us. It will be well worth the effort.