Future Forward Institute

Employee-centered workplaces aren’t just a trend—they are the key to achieving sustainable growth and financial success. Our latest research shows a clear correlation between these workplace practices and improved business outcomes. Younger generations are not only demanding flexibility and purpose, but they are also driving the need for businesses to evolve. As we discuss in the research report, companies that focus on empowering their employees through inclusive leadership, mutual respect, and a culture of listening see stronger retention, higher productivity, and improved profitability. Thank you to Julie Kratz for her insightful article in Forbes, where she shares our founder, Dr. Angela Jackson's perspective on the importance of employee-centered practices in today’s workplace. Explore the article here: https://lnkd.in/eDArfYZu Dive deeper into the findings in our full research report: https://lnkd.in/gN_7i2RR #EmployeeCentered #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #Inclusion #WorkplaceWellbeing #TheFutureofWork #WorkplaceInnovation

The future of work is here—and the organizations that put people first are the ones leading the way. In her latest podcast with Debbie Goodman on On Work and Revolution, Dr. Angela Jackson discusses her new report, The Competitive Advantage of a Win-Win Workplace, highlighting how aligning employee success with business growth is the key to thriving in today’s landscape. ?? When employees thrive, businesses thrive. The takeaway? Doing good is good for business—and the data proves it. ?? Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eQSYQZEu What’s your vision for the future of work? Join the conversation! #FutureOfWork #WinWinWorkplace #LeadershipTransformation #EmployeeEngagement #BusinessSuccess #WorkplaceInnovation

?? The Win-Win Workplace is now available for pre-order! The workplaces of tomorrow will be built by leaders who understand that thriving employees drive bottom-line success. Drawing on years of research, case studies, and my own experience, I wrote this book to show you how to: ? Create a culture where employees thrive—and your business succeeds ? Use actionable strategies to reimagine employee benefits, hiring, and leadership ? Build workplaces that attract and retain top talent by centering employee voices ? Drive innovation and growth through human-centered business practices Pre-order now to unlock exclusive bonuses: ? A seat at the Win-Win Workplace Book Club for live training on the book’s concepts ? A ticket to an In-Conversation Book Tour Stop in a city of your choice ? A virtual ticket to the Opening Day Virtual Book Launch Party, featuring a surprise guest and Q&A. Join our founder, Dr. Angela Jackson, in transforming the way we think about work and leadership. The future belongs to businesses that prioritize their people. Thank you for your support—together, we can create a movement for better workplaces. ?? Pre-order now: https://lnkd.in/eZ9Wx5rQ #WinWinWorkplace #Leadership #ThrivingEmployees #FutureOfWork

Work is broken. The signs are everywhere: quiet quitting, burnout, and resignation. But what if we could transform it into something better? A few years ago, Dr. Angela Jackson was living a fast-paced corporate life, but a car accident forced her to pause and reconsider everything. That experience reshaped her perspective on leadership and the future of work, leading her to focus on helping organizations build environments that truly support their employees. ?? In her recent interview with Ryan Berman on The Courageous Podcast, she shares the insights from that journey and how they have shaped the approach outlined in her upcoming book, The Win-Win Workplace, published by Berrett-Koehler Publishers. ?? Listen now and explore how we can transform the future of work for the better. ?? Listen here: https://lnkd.in/e-Mh8A8E #Leadership #EmployeeWellbeing #WinWinWorkplace #FutureOfWork #Podcast

Dr. Angela Jackson Future Forward Institue Director is joining Kallidus next week about how the U.S. election and other external factors impact our workplaces. Attendees will also get a sneak peak at Dr. Jackson's new book from Berrett-Koehler Publishers The Win-Win Workplace: How Thriving Employees Drive Bottom-line Success. https://lnkd.in/eNahQkQw

My colleague Stuart Andreason joined Alison Omens (JUST Capital) and Dr. Angela Jackson (Future Forward Institute) to talk live about the win-win possibilities for companies who treat their employees well, based on our joint work. Link to the event below. Link to the report: https://lnkd.in/epmAuFuA

We are thrilled to be partners with CLO Exchange and to have our founder Dr. Angela Jackson share the research from her forthcoming Berrett-Koehler Publishers Publishers book The Win-Win Workplace that provides Chief Learning Officers a strategic guide for making the business case for investing in learning and development! https://lnkd.in/eZ9Wx5rQ

Must read article by Holly Corbett at Forbes that highlights the impact of a people-centered approach on business success. This piece emphasizes the critical importance of prioritizing employee wellbeing as a fundamental driver of business success. It features insights from Future Forward Institute's latest research report, The Competitive Advantage of the Win-Win Workplace. Conducted in partnership with Alison Omens’ team at JUST Capital and Stuart Andreason Andreason and his colleagues at The Burning Glass Institute, this research underscores how organizations can enhance their performance by embracing people-first practices. Key insights include: ■ Actively listening to employees fosters greater engagement and satisfaction. ■ Continuous learning and development are essential for maintaining agility in a competitive landscape. ■ Redefining success metrics to encompass social and environmental impact is vital for sustainable growth. Thank you, Holly, for bringing attention to this essential discourse and our collaborators for their ongoing support. A special thanks to Patti Constantakis at Walmart.org for supporting the Competitive Advantage of the Win-Win Workplace research. Explore the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gKfpTVXM

The Competitive Advantage of the Win-Win Workplace—a collaboration between The Burning Glass Institute, JUST Capital and supported by Walmart —shows how investing in people is not only the right thing to do, but also a smart business move. This report brings to life the fact that companies who center their employees’ well-being actually see greater profits, stronger retention, and better performance across the board. Here’s what you will find: - The report introduces 9 strategies that show how aligning employee success with business growth is a win-win. - Real-life examples from companies like Intel and Cigna prove that supporting your team leads to incredible results. - The takeaway? Doing good is good for business—and we’ve got the data to back it up. If you want to learn more, check out the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dzhqbZ5D Thanks to the reports co-authors Dr. Angela Jackson coauthors Kyle Albert, Olivia Gunther, Guy Berger, Ph.D. and Ashley Yuan for your partnership.