184: A framework for building happier work cultures with Aoife O’Brien

Do you want to create happier working environments and have a positive team culture?Link to survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9RLXFY7  In our latest solo episode, host Aoife O'Brien celebrates her birthday. She shares insights into happiness at work frameworks, with a specific deep dive into the Happier at Work framework, ahead of the launch of Happier at Work HQ.If you'd like to dive deeper into the topics discussed in this episode, we have provided links to related episodes and resources within the show notes. Additionally, Aoife encourages you to share your thoughts and feedback on the changes we're planning for the Happier at Work podcast. Your input is crucial to ensure we continue to deliver valuable content that resonates with you. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9RLXFY7 We truly appreciate your ongoing support and engagement with the Happier at Work podcast. Please feel free to reach out directly to Aoife at aoife@happieratwork.ie to share your insights or request further information. To foster a positive work environment, we suggest incorporating some practical steps into your daily routine. Consider: 1. Practising gratitude: Take a few minutes each day to reflect on what you're grateful for, and express gratitude to your colleagues for their contributions. 2. Recognition: Make sure to recognize and acknowledge your colleagues' achievements. Help them understand the impact of their work on the organisation's objectives. 3. Empathy: Show empathy not only towards your colleagues but also towards yourself. Practising self-empathy allows you to better understand and empathise with others. 4. Reflection: Take the time to reflect on your accomplishments, challenges, and goals. Consider what you can do differently next time to anticipate obstacles and strive for even greater success. On the topic of reflection, Aoife is currently creating a digital planner/workbook specifically designed to guide you through the process of reflection. Stay tuned for more information on this valuable tool that will help you stay on track with your personal and professional goals. Finally, we extend our deepest gratitude to all of you who have taken the time to complete our survey and submit questions for the upcoming listener questions segment. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9RLXFY7  Your feedback and engagement are invaluable to us, and we appreciate your continued support of the Happier at Work podcast.Past episodes: https://happieratwork.ie/14-emiliana-simon-thomas-on-happiness-at-work/  Do you have any feedback or thoughts on this discussion? If so, please connect with Aoife via the links below and let her know. Aoife would love to hear from you! Connect with Happier at Work host Aoife O’Brien:Website: https://happieratwork.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappierAtWorkHQ Instagram:

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Happier at Work® is the go-to podcast for client-facing leaders who want to create thriving workplaces where people and businesses succeed. Hosted by career and workplace culture strategist Aoife O’Brien, each episode explores the psychology of work, tackling the biggest challenges and opportunities shaping today’s workplace—from leadership and career growth to workplace culture, imposter syndrome, and employee engagement. Blending expert insights, psychological research, real-world stories, and actionable strategies, Happier at Work® helps you build a career and workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. Guests include leading psychologists, bestselling authors, and professionals like you who are putting these ideas into practice. Whether you’re a leader looking to create a high-performing team or an ambitious professional navigating career growth, this podcast gives you the tools to drive real change. 🎧 Subscribe now and join the movement!