What HR Needs to Know About Workplace Wellbeing in 2025

85% of workers believe their employer has a responsibility to help them tend to their wellbeing.

Episode #7 – Marni McDowell, Senior Director, Global Wellbeing & Experience, Micron Technology

In this episode, we speak with Marni McDowell, PhD , Senior Director of Global Wellbeing & Experience at 美光科技 , about how workplace wellbeing has become a critical part of talent management and leadership. Marni discusses the shift toward preventative wellbeing strategies, how leaders can model self-care to set the tone for their teams, and why a holistic approach to employee wellness is essential for retention and engagement.

What you will learn:

• How workplace wellbeing has evolved from perks to a business strategy
• Key advice for future wellbeing leaders
• The top 3 wellbeing trends shaping 2025
• Why wellbeing is essential for engagement, performance, and retention
• How organizations can prevent burnout through workplace design
• The leadership behaviors that create a culture of sustainable performance

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

?? Wellbeing is Now a Talent Strategy

→ Employees expect workplaces that support mental, emotional, and social wellbeing—not just a paycheck

?? The Shift to Preventative Wellbeing

→ The best companies address burnout and stress before they become major issues, rather than offering resources after the fact

?? Leadership Has a Direct Impact on Wellbeing

→ A poor relationship with a leader can negatively impact an employee’s wellbeing more than some health conditions

?? Leaders Must Lead by Example

→ Leaders who prioritize their own wellbeing and set boundaries create healthier, more engaged teams

?? We couldn't do it without you!

Thank you Marni McDowell, PhD for sharing your time, expertise, and vision with our listeners.

Also our episode and series partner, Wellhub and their brilliant team Cesar Carvalho (he/his) , Carolee Gearhart , Bruno Annicq , Ellen Hochberg , Victor R. , Thiago Pessoa ,

Lívia de Bastos Martini , Gustavo Ramos and Christopher Dean .

A big thank you to our previous guests:

• Episode #1 - Tina Steck, Global Head of Well-Being at Unilever
• Episode #2 – Mark Kelly, Global Head of Benefits and Wellbeing at Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
• Episode #3 – Stella Gavinho, Group Head of Wellbeing at Entain
• Episode #4 - Steven Forti, Chief Wellness and Resiliency Officer, Hospital for Special Surgery
• Episode #5 - Felizitas Lichtenberg, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion, Wellbeing and Sustainability at SumUp
• Episode #6 - Yulia O'Mahony, Director, Global Head of Health & Wellbeing at Philip Morris International (PMI)

Upcoming Guests Include

• Kasia Curry , Global Wellbeing & Health Compliance, Baker Hughes
• Chester Elton , NY Times Best selling author “Anxiety at Work”, LinkedIn Influencer, Thinkers50 Top Management Thinker and Leadership Coach

To name a few :)

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