120. Tackling Workplace Loneliness with Louise Johnstone Forster and Prina Shah

Ways to Change the Workplace with Prina Shah

Louise, CEO of Advocare, discusses workplace loneliness with Prina, focusing on its impact and solutions. Through her experiences at Chorus, she highlights the prevalence of loneliness among professionals, emphasizing the need for diverse and inclusive environments. Referencing Dr. Vivek Murthy's book "Together," they explore the health implications of loneliness and the importance of quality connections. Louise stresses the role of leadership in fostering a supportive workplace.
Main Topics:
•(00:00) Louise Forster - CEO of Advocare
•(06:01) Signs of Lonliness in Workplace
•(15:53) Impact on Employee Productivity
•(29:07) Technology's Impact on Loneliness
•(40:40) How Leadership Can Help Build Connections
Additional Resources:
• Louise on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louforster/
• Advocare - https://www.advocare.org.au/
• Dr Vivek Murthy - https://twitter.com/Surgeon_General
• Hofstede Cultural Dimensions - https://geerthofstede.com/
Support the show

If you are seeking professional advice or would like to change your company culture through training, consulting, speaking and coaching, get in touch with Prina Shah today. Email Prina.
For More Info on Prina Shah & her Services:
Grab a copy of Make Work Meaningful and start creating your own legacy at work and leave me a review.

Subscribe to the Ways to Change the Workplace Podcast for more actionable insights.

Prina Shah LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/prinashah/
Prina Shah Website⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.prinashah.com/
Prina Shah Facebook⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/groups/waystochangetheworkplace
Prina Shah Instagram⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/prina.shah/
Prina Shah YouTube⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.youtube.com/@prinashahconsulting

Prina (Helping you find GREAT ways to change your workplace...