Welcome to a dynamic new podcast that's set to transform the way you think about work and its impact on our lives! We are thrilled to introduce you to "Superpowers at Work," brought to you by Siero Media, a groundbreaking series that dives deep into the realm of workplace culture, emphasizing the pivotal role of love and respect.

In a world where the lines between personal and professional life are constantly blurring, creating a positive and nurturing workplace culture has become more essential than ever. 

Each episode is meticulously crafted to bring you candid conversations, expert interviews, and real-life stories that demonstrate the power of love and respect in shaping remarkable workplaces and we couldn’t be more excited to kick it off with Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth. Dr. Hollingsworth, an empathy expert, researcher, and author, sat down with host Sissy Siero to dive into the importance of compassionate workplace culture.  

‍“Part of what feels good about compassion is simply being seen and understood. And it goes a long way in terms of giving us the resilience that we need to keep going when it's not easy,” notes Dr. Hollingsworth.

Compassion isn’t a nice-to-have, nor is empathy, as we continue to navigate more complex, disparate, and complicated workplace cultures. 

Dr. Hollingsworth shared some surprising statistics in her case for focusing on compassion in the workplace: “76% of workers who feel their manager is compassionate are highly engaged at work, highly engaged at work. And that's as compared to 32% of employees who don't have, they feel, a compassionate manager who is highly engaged at work.”

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She adds, "87% of employees say mutual empathy between leaders and employees increases innovation and creativity and efficiency in the workplace. So it just creates this environment where people wanna stay.” 

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When organizations prioritize emotional bonds, shared values, and care in the workplace, they create a work culture where employees feel seen, known, cared for, and respected. This sense of belonging, care, and compassion leads to higher levels of engagement, reduced turnover, increased innovation and creativity, and overall happiness and well-being.

A recent study found that only 13.9% of startups focus on love as a founding principle, but those that do have seen remarkable results in terms of longevity and financial success. These "love startups" not only outlasted other groups financially but also had three times more initial offerings when they went public. 

Dr. Hollingsworth also shares that employees in workplaces where they feel mutual empathy “have an easier time being engaged and staying engaged because work feels like the place where they can be human.”

As leaders, it's essential to cultivate self-compassion, awareness, empathy, and action, reminding ourselves and others of our humanity, our connectedness, and the importance of seeing, hearing, and acknowledging one another. 

It's time to revolutionize how we approach work culture and prioritize the well-being of individuals within our organizations. By leaning into others, actively listening, and providing feedback with heart, we can create a workplace culture of belonging and compassion. Together, we prioritize love, care, and compassion in our organizations for a happier, more engaged, and successful workforce.

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