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Ron Friedman Takes on Bad Workplaces


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Did you know that over 80% of the world’s employees are disengaged at work? That figure is both enormous and depressing. Unfortunately, too many workplaces can be a mediocre environment — the kind of environment that saps people’s spirit, engagement, motivation and life.

That’s why I’m thrilled to talk to Ron Friedman, PhD, the author of The Best Place to Work: The Art and Science of Creating an Extraordinary WorkplaceIn this conversation we explore:

  • The three human psychological needs required for a great work experience
  • Why Employee of the Month awards are disincentives
  • The barriers to organizational change
  • The impact of design and setting on employee interaction

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    Best of MBSBy Michael Bungay Stanier