To help us start the conversation, we invited Dr. Tracy Brower, Sociologist and Author, to explain the sociology of work — the scientific study of how people affect their work and how their work affects them back. It is an important topic for employers to understand because it can impact the psychological safety and mental health of employees, as well as the company’s reputation and bottom line. 
Tracy’s research shows that when an organization fully grasps the sociology of work, its employees are happier, healthier, and more productive, and the business grows and thrives. 
We discuss:
The significant data and research (i.e., real science!) that demonstrate how work can impact employees’ mental health and happiness
Why prioritizing employee well-being is a business imperative
Actionable advice for creating a psychologically safe work environment
How leadership can help employees avoid burnout 
Why employees at every stage of life appreciate a reimagined safety culture  


Visit www.tracybrower.com for more resources on the sociology of work, mental health in the workplace, and psychologically safe work environments.
The Employee Safety Podcast is hosted by Peter Steinfeld, SVP of Safety Solutions at AlertMedia. 
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