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We asked our Gen Z employees what kind of workplace culture they want and exactly how important fun is to them at work. Pay attention to their answers because Gen Z is rewriting the rules of work, and it's more than just wanting beanbags and flexible hours! They champion stability, wellness, and empathetic leadership while aiming for top roles—38% aspire to be CEOs. Focusing on work-life balance, community, and ethical AI, they're reshaping what it means to thrive in the workplace. By 2025, Gen Z will comprise 27% of the workforce in OECD countries. Is your business ready for this shift and to welcome the next generation of leaders? Learn more about how Gen Z is redefining the future of work - https://ow.ly/lu7N50TGbl8

HR Leaders: In this month's newsletter we cover all-things Mental Health, ESG, Gen Z and Purpose. Take a look ⬇

World Mental Health Day 2024 focuses on the critical link between mental health and the workplace, with a theme of “Mental Health at Work.” At Top Employers Institute Institute, we’ve seen firsthand how effective workplace wellbeing initiatives can protect and enhance mental health. This World Mental Health Day reminds us to focus on: ⭕Creating supportive environments: Safe, healthy workspaces can protect against mental health risks like stress, stigma, and burnout. ⭕Stigma reduction: Combating stigma and ensuring employees feel comfortable seeking support for mental health challenges are vital. ⭕Practical interventions: Regular assessments, training for leaders, and open dialogue are essential to fostering an inclusive, mentally healthy workplace. Investing in mental health isn’t just about the individual; it improves overall workplace productivity and engagement. How is your organisation prioritising mental health this year? #WorldMentalHealthDay

Are high turnover, absenteeism, or burnout impacting your organisation’s productivity? Finding a comprehensive solution can be a struggle if you're an HR leader facing one or more of these issues. Traditional wellbeing strategies focusing solely on physical and mental health no longer address the full picture. The solution? A holistic wellbeing strategy. This approach covers physical and mental health as well as factors that influence employees' feelings in their workplace. A well-rounded strategy can drive real change, especially when it’s - ⭕ Data-driven, ⭕ Aligned with clear business objectives, ⭕ Truly employee-centric. Start by identifying the key problem in your organisation. Once you know what you're solving for—whether it's reducing absenteeism or improving retention—you can create a strategy that meets both employee needs and business goals. We'll share more insights throughout the month from our research paper "A Step by Step Process To Driving ROI and Growth through Effective Wellbeing Practices." Can't wait? Drop WELLBEING in the comments, and we will send it to you.

As an HR leader, how do you assess which wellbeing investments impact employee engagement and which are budget waste? This isn't easy to prove, but our research points to a “Three Pillar” data-driven approach as the key to making informed wellbeing decisions. Here’s a quick breakdown: ⭕ Holistic Strategy: Organisations must adopt a total wellbeing strategy that covers body, mind, and spirit. Thinking beyond physical health and addressing mental and emotional wellbeing is essential. ⭕ Metrics: Predefined wellbeing metrics are crucial. These allow you to measure trends and ensure the strategy is effective. ⭕Evaluation: Regular evaluation of wellbeing programmes is essential to understanding employee satisfaction and the actual use of these initiatives. It ensures that you don’t face diminishing returns. When you invest in the right areas, wellbeing efforts can have a lasting, positive impact on engagement and productivity. What's your biggest challenge in assessing ROI of your wellbeing programmes?

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ Excited to announce Episode #21 of "Share the Best" featuring a groundbreaking conversation with Tanja Knickel, Global HR Director of John Deere! 🌟 Join host Patrik Rendel as he delves into the world of HR and artificial intelligence with Tanja, who brings nearly 20 years of experience at John Deere. From her unique journey transitioning from finance and accounting to leading HR, Tanja shares invaluable insights on adaptability and lifelong learning. In this episode, Tanja discusses: 🚜 How AI is revolutionizing recruitment at John Deere, making processes more efficient and bias-free. 🚜 The importance of fostering a culture of continuous reinvention in a competitive market. 🚜 Practical tips on managing change and the critical role of communication. 🚜 The strategic significance of embracing AI in the workplace. Tune in to gain practical insights and learn how John Deere is leading the way in HR innovation! 🎧✨ https://ow.ly/xXPy50TFq4P #Sharethebest #TopEmployers #Forabetterworlofwork

📣 HR leaders - discover how you can leverage #ESG frameworks as a strategic driver for cultural and social impact. 📅 Join us on Tuesday, 29 October at 2pm CET, for an exclusive webinar in partnership with AIHR | Academy to Innovate HR where we will dive into the transformative potential of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks for organisations. The webinar will focus on 3 key areas: 1. Bringing ESG to life in HR 2. From reporting to real impact 3. The role of employee activism and voice As always, this webinar will be available in multiple languages, including French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. If you're unable to attend live, don’t worry—simply register, and we’ll send you the session recording directly to your inbox after the event! Register here: https://ow.ly/yXBf50TBaJx

📆 September Highlights from Top Employers Institute 🌍 What a month! Top Employers Institute has been busy connecting and sharing inspiring content around the world. Take a look 👀 ⭕ In Africa Nazia Osman, Nathier Jappie, Alan Hosking, Gareth Renda, Charl Uys, Sandra Botha and Karen Muller had an incredible experience participating as a sponsor at #LeaderEx. We hosted the #Talent track for this years #HRSummit component in Jhb, South Africa! With 15 sessions, 21 speakers and a demo pod; it was an absolute pleasure to connect with many customers, colleagues and partners from the HR industry. ⭕ In the UK Androna Benadè, Samantha Jordan, Claire Matthews, Monica van der Meeren and David Plink attended the Gartner ReimagineHR Conference in London. We were thrilled to meet so many new connections and reconnect with many of our certified Top Employers. Our CEO David Plink hosted a fantastic session on key global trends to future-proof your people strategies - many thanks to all that attended! #GartnerHR ⭕ In Singapore, we held an event called "Navigating the COMPASS Framework," where insights on HR best practices and strategies related to COMPASS were shared by certified Top Employers and Veremark. This newly updated points system by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower is designed to evaluate all work visa applications and renewals, with the latest regulatory changes set to take effect from 1 September 2024. ⭕ In the United States, Jake Canull with guest speaker CEO of Cliquify Amit Parmar discussed strategies on optimising HR spend to maximise business impact. During the webinar they reviewed how to set clear objectives for HR spending as well as measuring ROI on HR initiatives and other ways to manage HR budgets as organisations get ready for 2025. ⭕ In China, on #TopEmployersDay, the team hosted an Appreciation Dinner for guests from the China Top Employers community - delivering value by sharing and connecting with each other for our common goal of creating a better world of work. ⭕ In Poland Katarzyna Konieczna, Iza Mosko, Maciej Moskal, Patrycja Jankowska, Anton Gruenwald and Adrian Seligman welcomed Poland's Top Employers community to our HR Best Practices Conference in Warsaw. Thank you to all speakers and panellists for a truly inspiring event!   ⭕ In the Netherlands, we held a workshop hosted by Jeroen Fleddérus from certified Top Employer De Nederlandsche Bank, featuring insightful discussions on workplace bullying. The event also included an immersive VR experience from IUTY | IT’S UP TO YOU, offering a powerful perspective on how bullying can affect the work environment, as part of the Week Against Bullying initiative. A big thank you to Jonas van Wees, Jeroen Fleddérus, Tom Peeters and Joerie Nijhuis for contributing to a fantastic event, and to all that attended! #TopEmployers2024 #Forabetterworldofwork

⏰ Last chance to become a 2025 Top Employer ⏰ In 2024, over 2 300 organisations were certified as Top Employers. Leading organisations including DHL, Airbus and Saint-Gobain use our certification and insights as the trusted foundation to deliver excellent people practices while attracting, engaging, and retaining top talent. Is your organisation ready to grow as a recognised employer of choice? Join the Top Employers Programme within the next two weeks in order to start 2025 as a Top Employer! 👇 Become a Top Employer: https://ow.ly/ppM950TyNrv

Sep 26th is the global Top Employers Day. There is no better way than celebrating this special day last night in Shanghai with a full-house Appreciation Dinner with our most distinguished guests from China Top Employers community. Thank you all our Top Employers representatives for attending the event, delivering value by sharing, connecting and bonding with each other for our common goal and benefits-creating a better world of work together. #TopEmployersDay #ForaBetterWorldofWork @TopEmployersCommunity