059 - We need to rehumanize the workplace | Dr Denise Quinlan

In this conversation, Dr. Denise Quinlan discusses her journey in positive psychology, emphasizing the importance of context, cultural sensitivity, and the need for a human-centric approach in workplaces. She critiques the current state of wellbeing science, advocating for collaboration with other fields and addressing societal issues such as polarization and economic precarity. The discussion highlights the shift from shareholder to stakeholder capitalism and the need for organizations to value their employees as integral to their success.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Happiness Research01:00 Denise Quinlan's Journey and Current Work05:10 The Importance of Context in Positive Psychology09:57 Challenges in Applying Positive Psychology12:35 The Role of Work in Fulfillment15:24 Cultural Sensitivity in Strengths Work20:07 Reframing Strengths Conversations25:07 The Need for Diverse Strengths Research30:28 Financial Security and Wellbeing32:49 Resilience vs. Systemic Change33:18 The Changing Nature of Work and Well-being36:06 The Political Economy of Well-being39:35 Long-term Employment and Community Responsibility42:11 Making Work Better: Human-Centric Approaches46:04 The Importance of Leadership in Well-being51:02 Valuing People: Beyond Programs to Processes55:48 The Need for Collaboration in Well-being Science01:00:50 Addressing Polarization and Community Belonging