There is no magic formula for creating a happy and engaged workforce. 

Every employee has unique needs and values, and understanding those differences is the key to building thriving teams. 

Kelly Mackin, CEO of Motives Met, explains why a one-size-fits-all approach to engagement doesn’t work. Her firsthand experience in a toxic work environment inspired her to develop a framework for understanding the 28 human motives that drive well-being. By uncovering what matters most to each individual, both leaders and team members can co-create a healthy culture where everyone feels seen and supported. Kelly also shares how leaders can begin taking small but meaningful steps to create a more personalized approach to work-life harmony.

 

Join us as we discuss:

(00:00) Meet HR Superstar: Kelly Mackin

(02:02) The impact of toxic workplaces on well-being

(07:52) Debunking well-being myths

(10:42) How to create space to honor everyone’s needs and motives

(22:42) Success story of motives being met at work  

(26:13) Make a work-life harmony playbook with your team

(30:44) Workplace well-being is mandatory

 

Resources:

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Kelly Mackin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-mackin-52793110/

Motives Met assessment tool: https://www.motivesmet.com/the-motives-met-human-needs-assessment/

Work Life Well-Lived: https://www.motivesmet.com/book/