A Whole-Self Mindset Improves Company Culture

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Although the road to bringing our whole selves to work in a genuine and authentic fashion is sometimes fraught with difficulties, it remains—for talent development professionals—the best path forward in blazing a trail for others to follow. In this issue of TD at Work, Emmanuel V. Dalavai, Jeanne Koehler, and Jennifer Meiss share:

Definitions of whole-self principles
The role of psychological safety in supporting that mindset
The four intelligences and how they relate to whole‑self theory
How to foster well-being with an employee-centric framework
How to use data and internal programs to create a culture of well-being
The enduring impact of mutual trust

The Tools & Resources in this issue are a Self-Reflection Worksheet and a Pulse of the Organization Template.

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ISBN: 9781960231178
Pages: 20
Publication Date: December 2024
Formats: Paperback, PDF
Product Code: 252412

About the Authors

Emmanuel V. Dalavai

Dr. Emmanuel V. Dalavai is a seasoned HR professional with 20+ years of relevant experience spanning multiple global industries, including healthcare, aviation/ aerospace, telecommunications, and nonprofit ministry. He has worked in the following areas for international Fortune 100 firms such as Boeing and AT&T: executive human resources, learning, training/talent development, strategy, sales and marketing, and customer service. He has held varying roles of increasing responsibility over his career, including corporate trainer, supervisor, manager, director, and executive director. He is a lifelong learner and president of EVD Enterprises, a consulting firm he started in 2003 that helps global business leaders better understand the complex worlds in which they live. Dalavai practices the principles of two important philosophies: “M-cubed” (making moments matter) and “B-cubed” (building business bridges).

Jeanne Koehler

Dr. Jeanne Koehler is an experienced researcher and organization development professional who serves as an organizational insights research manager in the enterprise research department at State Farm. Recognized for her contributions to adult education and social innovation, she employs action research to connect strategy with funding and support, all aimed at enhancing outcomes for individuals, organizations, and communities. In 2023, she launched Researh2Grow, a consulting firm, that partners with nonprofit and not-for-profit associations to get results that foster continuous learning and broaden their impact. A dedicated educator, she continues to teach graduate level courses most recently through the Benerd College of Education at the University of the Pacific.

Jennifer Meiss

Jennifer Meiss is a talent management leader at State Farm who is passionate about uplifting other leaders. Her team specializes in e-learning design and leadership development.