Being human: The most transformational move of all
In a world where work culture is rapidly evolving, will your organization be one that leads in human transformation — or merely follows?
In the midst of ever-increasing work intensity, technological advancements, and the search for purpose in work, companies must transition toward a more human-centered workplace. Balancing workloads, improving human-technology interactions, and clarifying the purpose and logic of work are all keys to sustainable transformation. In this chapter of The Human-Centric Enterprise, developed by Mercer and Thinkers50, Melissa Swift explores these factors in detail — providing insights into how organizations are creating workplaces that not only drive productivity but also prioritize human well-being and a sense of purpose.
Three steps toward a high-functioning, productive environment
Creating a human-centered work environment means managing three critical, interrelated dimensions properly:
- The intensity of work
- Interactions between humans and work technology
- The purpose and logic of work.
Organizations that can focus on these three dimensions and get the basics right to make concrete progress will be the workplaces to which workers gravitate in the future — and the envy of their competitors.
Organizations must stop pitting “how work gets done” against “how we honor our humanity” — allowing economics and empathy to thrive together.