Rachna Krishnan, CEO of the Women’s Center

October 9, 2024

Presented by The Women's Center

Building Workforce Resilience Through Holistic Wellness and Purpose

Rachna Krishnan, CEO of the Women’s Center, discusses the evolving concept of resilience in the workplace, particularly in the post-COVID era. She highlights how the lines between home and work have blurred, making holistic wellness a priority for both individuals and organizations. Krishnan emphasizes the importance of fostering resilient individuals and communities, as resilient employees tend to be more engaged and productive at work. She points out that creating a supportive, purpose-driven environment where employees can bring their "whole self" to work is key to enhancing retention and engagement. Moreover, corporate social responsibility initiatives are vital in building a sense of purpose and “stickiness” within organizations, which helps to retain talent. Krishnan also touches on the challenges leaders face in capturing the hearts and minds of the new, more purpose-driven generation of workers, noting that holistic wellness programs and opportunities for meaningful involvement are critical to bridging that gap.

Key Takeaways:

1. Focusing on mental health and overall well-being enhances employee productivity and engagement, while bridging personal and professional life.
   
   
2. CSR initiatives are key to fostering workforce "stickiness" by giving employees a sense of purpose and involvement beyond their daily roles.
   
   
3. Assessing resilience involves evaluating personal functionality in daily life, with corporate engagement surveys providing insight into workforce retention and satisfaction.