The Future of Work: Balancing Energy and Sustainability

In this episode of The People Dividend podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with workplace strategist Penny de Villiers about the future of work, focusing on the importance of redesigning workplaces to prioritize employee wellbeing and sustainable performance. Penny shares her personal journey from experiencing burnout to advocating for a healthier work environment. The conversation explores the current state of employee engagement, the consequences of neglecting wellbeing, and the role of managers in fostering a supportive workplace culture. They discuss the integration of technology in the workplace, the potential of the four-day work week, and practical steps managers can take to enhance their team's wellbeing and performance.

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Key Points:

• Penny de Villiers emphasizes the importance of workplace wellbeing and explains that burnout can lead to significant personal and professional consequences.
• Organizations are beginning to measure employee wellbeing more seriously since investing in this correlates with higher profitability.
• Workplace redesign should focus on creating environments where people can thrive.
• The four-day work week is gaining traction as a viable option as technological integration in the workplace is increasingly alleviating mundane tasks for employees.
• Understanding team dynamics is essential for effective management, yet there is still a gap between leaders’ words and their actions when it comes to prioritizing employee wellbeing. 

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Learn More about Penny de Villiers: https://pennydevilliers.com/about 

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