Decoding Workplace Happiness: Insights with Heather Haslam

In this episode of Insights@Work, Shawna Gee welcomes Heather Haslam, vice president of marketing for ADP Canada, to discuss the Happiness@Work Index. Dive into the insights on what makes workers in Canada happy and areas where improvements can be made. Learn about the evolution of the Index over the past two years and discover intriguing trends, including the surprising happiness levels across different regions and generations. We explore the positive impact of work-life balance, flexibility, and career advancement options, and why understanding employee sentiments is crucial for better business decisions. Heather shares how external factors, like economic changes and seasonality, influence workplace happiness and why knowing what matters to each employee is key to engagement and productivity. This episode provides valuable perspectives on how leaders and employees alike can enhance workplace satisfaction. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the factors driving happiness at work and explore opportunities for growth and improvement. Want more workplace insights? Explore Canadian payroll, HR, and workforce trends from ADP Canada - including guidance, practical tools and the latest thought leadership and research at adp.ca Copyright © 2025 ADP, Inc. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (April 29, 2025).