Listen "312: Really Understanding Workplace Wellness: How to Lead for Impact with Patricia Grabarek & Katina Sawyer"
Episode Synopsis
What if your wellness program is actually making burnout worse? 😮 In this episode, Nikki teams up with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer—organizational psychologists, authors of “Leading for Wellness,” and co-founders of Workr Beeing. They dive into what workplace wellness really means (hint: it’s way more than yoga and meditation apps) and how leaders play a critical role in making it stick. With research-backed insights and real-world stories, they challenge us to ditch the quick fixes and build people-first cultures that fuel performance and well-being 🌿📈. Additional Resources: Get their book - “Leading for Wellness” Connect with Katina on LinkedIn Connect with Patricia on LinkedIn Learn more about Workr Beeing Watch Gut + Science (and more) on YouTube! Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Wellness is holistic – It’s emotional, mental, physical, and life-balance—not just perks. Leaders matter most – Leadership drives day-to-day wellness impact. Tailor to individuals – One-size-fits-all doesn't work; personalization is key. Wellness = ROI – Healthy teams perform better and stay longer. Leaders need care too – Burned-out leaders can’t build healthy cultures.