 Forbes.com recently published an article discussing workplace trends for 2023. As we all know, our ways of working have changed significantly over the last several years forcing employers to pivot and reexamine how we get work done in this new age. It’s been challenging but it has made us focus on what is truly important—people! Several trends focused specifically on people and three struck a chord:
It is unfortunate to say that employers have lost the human side of work over the last several decades. Strong performance is rewarded by more demands, more work, more hours, more commitment to the organization instead of more human-focused recognition such as a living wage, support for strong mental health, paid time off to refresh and be with family, flexibility, etc. But employee demands are now moving toward humanity—what is needed by people to be healthy and happy. Employers must shift if they want to secure the best people. Employee Well-Being Is a Human Imperative A recent Surgeon General report suggests that 81% of workers will be looking for workplaces that support mental health. Mental health and wellbeing has been brought to the forefront of workplaces letting employers know that work, workplaces, coworkers, etc. can impact a person both positively and negatively. Workplace stress is on the rise, and it must be addressed. Many employers are looking at ways to reshape their workplace culture, benefit programs, and employee support resources to make employee wellbeing a priority. |
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