Listen "Employee engagement: a crisis or novelty?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Healthy, Hurried Human podcast, Michelle and Katherine sit down with Kristan Leach, founder of The Mind Shyft, to explore the complex and often misunderstood topic of employee engagement. Together, they examine whether engagement is truly in crisis—or if it’s simply being reframed in today’s rapidly evolving workplace.Kristan shares her perspective on what genuine engagement looks like, the cultural and organizational challenges that can undermine it, and why leaders must go beyond surface-level perks to foster authentic connection. The conversation touches on practical strategies for building trust, aligning vision with employee purpose, and balancing accountability with empathy. With insights from both personal experience and organizational practice, Kristan encourages leaders to rethink how they measure and cultivate engagement in ways that actually improve retention, performance, and workplace culture.This episode offers both inspiration and actionable takeaways for leaders navigating the shifting dynamics of today’s workforce.
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