Creating Thriving Workplaces with Tamara Myles: The Importance of Meaningful Work and Positive Culture

<p>In this episode, Nick Glimsdahl talks with Tamara Myles, a positive psychology researcher and instructor, about how companies can create thriving workplaces that support the well-being of their employees. Tamara discusses the importance of eliminating toxic cultures and the role of meaningful work in enabling individuals to thrive. She also shares some practical steps that companies can take to foster positive cultures and promote the well-being of their employees.</p><p>Key takeaways:<br>Toxic cultures are the number one cause of turnover, and it's important for companies to address and eliminate toxicity in their workplaces.<br>While eliminating negativity is important, it's not enough to enable thriving; it's also important to create positive, supportive environments that enable individuals to learn, grow, and feel a sense of belonging and meaning.<br>Some practical steps that companies can take to foster positive cultures and promote employee well-being include providing opportunities for learning and growth, valuing diversity and inclusion, and promoting work-life balance.</p><p>Links:<br>Read Tamara Myles' article "Creating Thriving Workplaces: The Surgeon General's Call to Action" at https://www.hbr.org/<br>Learn more about positive psychology and its applications in the workplace at https://www.tamaramylesteam.com/<br>Follow Tamara on Twitter at https://twitter.com/tamaramyles</p><p><br>ABOUT NICK GLIMSDAHL<br>Subscribe to my bi-monthly newsletter<br>Find Press 1 For Nick on YouTube<br>Find me on Twitter<br>Find me on LinkedIn</p><p><br>LISTENER SUPPORT<br>Purchase Nick’s books: <br>Reasons NOT to Focus on Employee Experience: A Comprehensive Guide<br>Apparel: https://www.teepublic.com/user/press-1-for-nick <br>Support this show through Buy Me A Coffee</p><p><br>BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:<br>Learn about all the guests' book recommendations here: https://press1fornick.com/books/ </p><p><br>BROUGHT TO YOU BY:<br>VDS: They are a client-first consulting firm focused on strategy, business outcomes, and