🎙️ Our HR podcast “OpenUp at the workplace” is available on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.
Key Learnings and Practical Takeaways
Creating a Supportive Culture
- Gijs Coppens defines mental well-being as having something meaningful to do, someone to love, and something to hope for. This holistic view encourages a workplace that integrates purpose, support, and future aspirations into its culture.
- The importance of a workplace culture that actively promotes mental well-being through leadership example-setting, open dialogues about mental health, and inclusive policies.
Empowerment through Flexibility
- Flexibility in work arrangements and understanding individual needs are crucial in supporting employees’ mental health and productivity.
- Janet Visbeen speaks on the real-life challenges employees face, such as managing family responsibilities alongside professional roles, and how PwC supports staff in navigating these complexities.
Ongoing Education and Development
- Continuous learning and development opportunities are essential for fostering an environment where employees feel valued and equipped to handle workplace demands.
- Leadership is pivotal in shaping the mental well-being of employees. This segment of our HR podcast highlights how leadership is crucial in shaping mental well-being, fostering safe, inclusive, and understanding spaces for employees to express their needs and perform their best.
About our HR podcast guest: Janet Visbeen (PwC)
Partner, Member of the Executive Board, Chairman of the Tax & Legal Board, PwC Netherlands
Janet’s work at PwC consists of advising listed organisations, start-ups and organisations in transformation (M&A or reorganisation) on their remuneration strategy, incentive design, corporate governance, and international tax structuring. Her advice includes tax, financial, legal, commercial and ESG aspects in order to provide clients with a fully integrated solution. As of 1 July 2022, she is a member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Tax & Legal Board and responsible for the Human Capital portfolio.
‘I am convinced that culture and leadership are the key differentiators for creating a successful, value-driven organisation.’
OpenUp at the workplace with PwC – Episode Guide and timestamps:
00:00 – 03:39: Introduction and Defining Mental Well-being
Gijs Coppens discusses his perspective as a psychologist on what constitutes mental well-being, emphasising meaningful activities, relationships, and future aspirations.
03:40 – 09:08: Initial Guest Interaction and Personal Insights
Jesper introduces Janet Visbeen and they discuss her experiences and insights related to personal and professional well-being, including the impact of leadership and workplace culture.
09:08 – 18:03: Challenges and Strategies at PwC
Janet talks about specific challenges related to mental well-being at PwC, such as work-life balance and stress management. She outlines strategies implemented at PwC, including leadership training and flexible work policies.
18:03 – 25:58: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
Janet elaborates on the diversity and inclusion initiatives at PwC, discussing how they contribute to mental well-being by creating a supportive and respectful workplace environment.
25:58 – 42:30: Future Goals and Technological Impacts
Discussion of future goals for enhancing workplace well-being at PwC, including the integration of technology and AI, and how these tools are expected to influence workplace practices and employee mental health.
42:30 – 50:43: Leadership and Conclusion
The episode concludes with a focus on the role of leadership in supporting mental well-being. Janet and Jesper reflect on the need for ongoing improvement and the importance of leadership in fostering an open, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
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If you liked this episode, check out episode #2 with Lindsay Ross, CHRO at Bitpanda here.
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