Leading for Wellness with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer

We are back and so excited to share our new podcast format with you. Learn more in this trailer and grab your copy of “Leading for Wellness” to complement the show!

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We are taking a hiatus to focus on the book launch and re-launch of our podcast! Listen in to hear our update and stay tuned for all new episodes coming soon.

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Do you spend a lot of time and money on trying to increase diversity and inclusion at work? Your efforts might not pay off – depending on what you do! In this episode, you’ll learn how to make the most of your diversity and inclusion initiatives.

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It can be tough to go to the gym or take your favorite fitness class after a long, stressful day at work. You probably just want to get home and relax. But, is that the right thing to do? Should you workout after one of those days? We discuss new research that may make you want to stop at the gym before heading home!

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Many people might say that sharing personal information at work is taboo. But, recent research shows that it might be beneficial – no matter what the content. Intrigued? Listen in and learn more!

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Gossip has a complicated relationship with the workplace. Surprisingly, sometimes it can be helpful. However, new research shows that hearing gossip about your leader is particularly problematic. We discuss the impact of this type of gossip and why avoiding gossip about your boss is a good idea!

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We are so excited to announce that the writing part of the book journey is complete! We have to get through copy editing but the content is all there! We are so excited. Listen in as we discuss our book update and all that we’ve learned so far.

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Many employers believe that holding multiple jobs at once is distracting to employees and will diminish their productivity. But, recent research shows that holding multiple jobs at once might have some unexpected benefits. Should you have multiple jobs?

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You’ve likely heard that some topics are taboo at work, like religion and politics. However, we know these conversations still happen. But is that ok? New research digs into the impact of overhearing political conversations in the workplace on employee well-being. We discuss the findings and what you can do at work to make a difference!

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When it comes to revealing a potentially stigmatized identity to coworkers, there are risks. Yet, if people only focus on risks of coming out, the joys of doing so could be overlooked. In this episode, we focus on research that highlights the positive experiences that members of the LGBTQ community had after coming out at work, and encourages allies to promote the types of work environments that supports coworkers in living authentically.

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Your leader can make all the difference in how you manage work and family life. A new meta-analysis looks at all the great research on Family Supportive Supervisor Behaviors (FSSB) to understand the impact on employees and leaders. We’ve got some good news – supportive leaders have better outcomes! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: […]

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We all have needs – in work and in life. But, some of our needs run deeper. Those are human needs! We all have them and if we don’t support them, our wellbeing worsens. Is your work helping to support your needs?  Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Tusl et al. (2024) Learn more about […]

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Managing a chronic health condition can be extremely difficult. Yet, people have to do it all the time in their personal lives and at work. Luckily, some new research is providing some insights on how to better manage energy while coping with a chronic health condition. Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: den Kamp et […]

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When people act as allies, they often assume that their actions will inspire others. But, new research shows that may not always be the case. In fact, these acts might make observers feel deflated instead. What makes courage catchy? Find out in this episode!! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Thoroughgood et al. (2024) Read […]

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Psychological capital is a set of resources that can help improve your performance and your well-being. We love promoting this concept and encouraging people to develop their psychological capital. However, can there be too much of a good thing? New research shows there may be such a thing as too much psychological capital. Listen in […]

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Are you interested in hearing tips from one of the top wellness leaders in the world? We were! And we learned a ton and now you can too. Listen to learn how Geoffrey Roche (Director of Workforce Development (North America), Siemens Healthineers) makes workforces happier and healthier, the right way. Additional Resources: Connect with Geoffrey […]

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Have you ever thought about how air pollution impacts the workplace? New research shows that bad air quality can actually impact how people act at work. Toxic air can create toxic leaders! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Khan, Patel, & Barnes (2024) Read more about Air Pollution and Leadership Download our new report: Top […]

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Most people think of financial planning when they think of retirement. But, have you ever considered planning for your social life in retirement? Learn why you should and how to do it! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article:La Rue et al. (2023) Read more about Retirement Want More? Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Want to […]

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How often are you feeling drowsy at work? Can you pinpoint when it happens? New research finds that drowsiness can often occur after virtual meetings. Learn why and how you can avoid that type of fatigue! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Nurmi & Pakarinen (2023) Read more about Virtual Meeting Fatigue Want More? Listen on Apple […]

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You might think that recovery is all about vegging out on the couch and watching Netflix. That is one strategy – but is it the best one? Find out how you can recover better after work in this episode. The answer might surprise you! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Alameer et al. (2023) Read […]

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How do you feel when you spend a little time in nature? Research shows that time in nature or even simple exposure to nature can help people feel better at work. It can even help your performance! We discuss this new research and how you can implement the takeaways to support your and your team’s […]

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Most people think about workload as an objective number of hours you’ve worked or projects you’re juggling. But understanding whether or not your employees actually have a high workload is a little more complex. Learn how to manage workloads better in this episode! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Hasson et al. (2023) Read more […]

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Back to back meetings are everyone’s nightmare. It’s exhausting. Interestingly, new research shares why excessive meeting time can be bad and we share tips to help manage it! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Zhang et al. (2023) Read more about Balancing Meeting Time Listen to our chat with Steven Rogelberg and the Surprising Science […]

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Do people in your organization treat each other humanely? Or is it every person for themselves? Learn why you might want to increase humane behavior at work – especially if you think there’s no hope for your organization. Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Beham et al. (2023) Read more about Humane Workplaces Want More? Listen […]

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Can we help mid-level leaders? Researchers recently discovered that mid-level leaders have more physical health issues than other levels of leaders and non-leaders. But why? We dive into some possible reasons behind this, what the science says, and how organizations can help! Research and Additional Resources: Research Article: Hu et al. (2023) Read more about […]

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Do you speak up at work? Do you like to share positive and constructive feedback? Unfortunately, speaking up can impact your sleep! We discuss new research that finds that speaking up in the wrong conditions can lead to insomnia. We share how you can avoid insomnia and how leaders can help! Research and Additional Resources: […]

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Have you ever had your work conditions change? Did a good workplace get worse in some way? Or has a toxic workplace gotten better when a problematic person left? New research talks about the impact of a change in work conditions and well-being. We discuss what leaders should focus on to prevent negative change and […]

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Do you take breaks throughout the day? Do you notice it help your productivity? It can be tricky to take breaks while working remotely. We can feel guilty for taking the time for ourselves when we are ‘on the clock’. However, taking breaks is really good for you, even when remote! We discuss new research […]

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New research is digging into the idea of sleep profiles. Basically, researchers are trying to understand different sleep patterns of people (beyond night owl/early bird). We discuss the early findings around sleep profiles and how they related to work, exhaustion, and burnout. Maybe you’ll be able to identify your sleep profile too! Research and Additional […]

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 Are you a leader who suffers from overwork? Good news – your recovery isn’t selfish. It actually boosts your team’s capacities to perform and innovate. Learn more about leader recovery and how to motivate yourself to take time for you! Research and Additional Resources: Want More?          

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We spend most of the time discussing solutions to wellness challenges or ways to create healthy workplaces. But what is the state of well-being at work? Specifically, how well is America at work? Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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Traumatic events can have serious consequences on you and others. And they can happen at work. Learn how to recognize if you’ve experienced trauma at work, and how to make sure your relationships stay strong, so you can cope! Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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Remote work isn’t going anywhere. Some managers are struggling with managing effectively in this environment. One thing we do know – micro-managing is never a good idea! We discuss new research on monitoring remote employees and the impact on wellness. Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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Did you know that resilience can be trained? It can! But, it takes a unique approach to do it the right way. Learn how to train your team to be more resilient – including a top tip for leaders that really makes training stick! Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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Unfortunately, bullying happens in the workplace and can have major negative impacts on the bullied employees. Luckily, new research finds that coworker support can help mitigate the problems caused bullying. We dive in and talk about the findings and how to implement them on the job. Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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You’ve probably heard that being humble is a good thing. But, is it always good to be humble toward everyone? Find out the pros and cons of being humble at work in this new episode.  Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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We had a great time at SIOP 2023, the conference run by the Society of Industrial/Organizational Psychology. It’s always a great time and a great learning experience to get together with others in our field. Luckily, you can also learn from our experience! We share the trends from the field, what we learned, and some […]

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Are you struggling with your sleep? Have you considered how your interactions at work might impact your sleep? We discuss new research that highlights how speaking up can hurt your sleep and what you can do to help create a culture where speaking up is positive! Research and Additional Resources: Want More?

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Looking for jobs can be super stressful. It takes a lot of time and facing rejections is always hard. Plus, your future feels a little less stable and uncertain as you job hunt. Thus, it’s crucial for job seekers to focus on recovery from the search. And, new research highlights how recovery can help job […]

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Feeling a part of a community is a great way to boost well-being. Luckily, there is an easy way to quickly build community at work. Want to know how? Listen to learn more! Research and Additional Resources: Want More?            

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