A Human Infusion ??

Hey there! There’s been a big push for human-centered workplaces?lately, and I’m here for it – all signs point to the need for a human touch. A new study found?workplace loneliness is on the rise, but human-centered practices can help combat it. And one piece this week recommends empathy and vulnerability to create the "blameless" culture Gen Z needs to thrive.?

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If you're looking for ideas, there's a must-read rundown on fostering human-centered leadership below. I've also included tips on tapping into an underutilized source of comms content you may be missing out on. Let’s dive in!

Content champions???

Comms content doesn’t create itself, and let’s be honest – you can't do everything. Give yourself a break with some employee-generated content. Get started with these pro tips?on content ideas, identifying and encouraging contributors, ensuring quality, and leveraging technology.?

Later, loneliness????

A new study shows workers (including 80% of women) feel lonely because of their jobs, and?65% of them want top-down action to help prevent these feelings. Orgs can do their part to banish loneliness by encouraging manager empathy and cultivating supportive workplaces.?

Take it from the top???

Employees who describe their leaders as “human” are 37% more likely to report high engagement. But what exactly does that look like, and how do you encourage busy leaders to adopt human-centered behaviors? This digestible resource walks you through it.

The blame(less) game???

One expert says a “blameless” culture that provides a sense of safety is key to productivity and innovation, especially for Gen Z. How to make it happen? Embracing vulnerability, treating employees as individuals, and aligning personal goals with organizational ones.?

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