267: Creating a Positive Workplace

What does it really take to create a positive and thriving workplace culture?

In this solo episode of the Happier at Work podcast, host Aoife O'Brien dives deep into the core elements that foster happier, more engaged teams. Drawing on both research and real-world experience, Aoife shares the foundational framework of her forthcoming business book, currently titled "Thriving Talent." She explores how factors like psychological safety, value alignment, individual needs, and unique strengths combine to build empowering environments where employees and leaders alike can thrive.

In This Episode, You’ll Discover:

• Why psychological safety is the essential foundation for a positive work environment.
• How you can satisfy individual needs at work, such as autonomy, relatedness, and competence.
• How to have open conversations about frustrations at work with colleagues.
• The importance of reimagining what is possible for your organisation.

Related Topics Covered:

Purpose at Work, Employee Wellbeing, Psychological Safety

 Connect with Aoife O’Brien | Host of Happier at Work®:

• Website 
• LinkedIn 
• YouTube 

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Episode 184: A Framework for Building Happier Work Cultures with Aoife O’Brien

About Happier at Work®

Happier at Work® is the podcast for business leaders who want to create meaningful, human-centric workplaces. Hosted by Aoife O’Brien, the show explores leadership, career clarity, imposter syndrome, workplace culture, and employee engagement — helping you and your team thrive.

If you enjoy podcasts like WorkLife with Adam Grant, The Happiness Lab, or Squiggly Careers, you’ll love Happier at Work®.

Website: https://happieratwork.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aoifemobrien/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappierAtWorkHQ

Mentioned in this episode:

Thriving Talent Book

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