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Odgers Berndtson: Human Sustainability: A Strategic Imperative for CHROs

In today's landscape, human sustainability has emerged as a critical priority, intertwining with HR, people, and culture agendas. It encompasses initiatives promoting physical, mental, and social health, diversity and inclusion, continuous learning, and ethical labor practices, aiming to help individuals thrive while aligning business operations with environmental and societal sustainability goals.

This focus is backed by compelling statistics: 68% of employees prioritize wellbeing over career advancement, while 81% of the C-suite echoes this sentiment. However, despite widespread recognition of its importance, only 12% of executives claim their organization leads in this area.

HR leaders face the challenge of driving change to embed human sustainability amidst rising burnout rates and workforce dissatisfaction. To succeed in HR leadership roles, candidates must showcase their understanding of human sustainability through successful initiatives fostering employee wellbeing and driving financial success. Read the full article for actionable insights and strategies to navigate this evolving landscape.

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Ramona Kraft, Elaine Roper
Thought leadership category