In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, we discuss with Dr. Elia Gourgouris how to create a happy workplace by implementing a robust employee appreciation system. We started by talking about the top benefits of emphasizing employee appreciation. He described how a simple gesture of appreciation could instantly boost workplace productivity and satisfaction. Elia also discusses the importance of appreciation in talent retention and some methods for encouraging your employees to appreciate one another.
If you want to find more appreciation and happiness in the workplace, this episode is for you!
About The Speaker
Dr. Elia Gourgouris, known as The Happiness Doctor- is a Happiness & Corporate Wellness expert and the #1 Best-selling author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness which has been translated into 5 languages. He is an International Keynote speaker. He's been interviewed on National and International TV, Radio, and over 100 podcasts. Dr. Elia Gourgouris is also the Founder of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology.
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Show Notes:
(01:35) About Elia’s background and corporate experiences.
(02:35) What are the top 5 HR challenges that organizations are facing these days?
(05:27) What are the top benefits of focusing on employee appreciation?
(06:55) To what extent is simple appreciation linked to workplace productivity and satisfaction?
(14:26) How can we encourage our employees to acknowledge each other's efforts?
(17:03) Elia’s suggestions to our listeners.
