Workplace wellness is broken. Free snacks, ping-pong tables, yoga-at-lunch—none of it actually works if your workplace culture is toxic or disconnected. So what does create a thriving, healthy work environment? According to today’s guests, it starts with leadership—and it’s a lot less about perks and a lot more about people.
We’re diving deep into the real future of workplace wellness with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer, co-founders of Workr Beeing and co-authors of the book Leading for Wellness: How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives. These two powerhouse I/O psychologists have spent their careers studying what actually works when it comes to employee well-being, team dynamics, and leadership. Spoiler alert: most wellness programs are missing the mark completely.
Workplace wellness doesn’t start with nap pods or smoothie bars—it starts with people feeling seen, heard, and valued. If you’re a leader, this episode is your wake-up call. If you’re not a leader, it’s your permission to want more than burnout and survival.
Connect with Patricia & Katina:
Website: https://workrbeeing.com
Book: https://workrbeeing.com/book/
Podcast: https://workrbeeing.com/podcast/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciagrabarek/
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katina-sawyer-ph-d/
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