In this episode of SuperPsyched, Dr. Adam Dorsay interviews Dr. Richard Safeer, the Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Wellbeing for Johns Hopkins Medicine, about his book 'A Cure for the Common Company.' They discuss the importance of creating a healthy work environment, the benefits of such investments from a business perspective, and practical strategies for fostering a wellbeing culture. Dr. Safeer shares insights on how to implement cultural changes in workplaces, the impact of leadership on employee wellness, and the significance of small practices that contribute to overall health and productivity. This episode is a comprehensive guide to enhancing workplace culture for better employee and organizational success.

00:00 Welcome to SuperPsyched

00:28 The Importance of Workplace Wellbeing

00:49 Introducing Dr. Richard Safeer

04:15 The Birth of 'A Cure for the Common Company'

05:51 The Business Case for a Healthy Work Environment

10:06 Changing Workplace Culture

14:03 Practical Steps for Cultural Change

18:01 The Impact of Overwork

22:52 Smoking Culture in the Workplace

24:59 Starting the Conversation on Smoking

25:32 Influence and Wellbeing in the Workplace

26:03 Addressing After-Work Culture

26:39 Supporting Social Connectedness

28:30 Case Study: REI's Positive Work Environment

33:41 The Importance of Rituals in the Workplace

38:11 Unintended Consequences of Workplace Benefits

41:53 Destigmatizing Mental Health in the Workplace

45:55 The Power of Self-Awareness

47:57 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Workforce Book