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CEOs Are Getting 8+ Hours Sleep While Your Employees Get 6 – Here's What That Means
Plus: Why Agentic AI is turning your employee experience strategy upside down...
Inside This Issue:
So here's a reality check that might sting a little: while 93% of CEOs rate their wellness as "excellent" or "good," only 63% of your employees can say the same. New research just dropped some numbers that should have every EX leader paying attention.
We're talking about C-suite executives getting 8+ hours of sleep (66% of them!) while the average employee manages just over 6 hours. And get this – 84% of CEOs are actively in therapy. The old "grinding till you drop" badge of honor? Dead.
But here's the kicker: this wellness revolution hasn't trickled down to your workforce yet. The perception gap is real, and it's creating business risks we can't ignore. Your employees are watching leadership prioritize their health while dealing with higher workloads and rigid structures.
Time to bridge that gap, don't you think?
Featured Insights:
The numbers don't lie – today's CEOs are sleeping better, moving more, and investing in mental health like never before. But while leadership thrives with their newfound wellness priorities, a stark disconnect emerges with employee wellbeing. This isn't just an optics problem; it's a tangible business risk that demands HR's immediate attention.
Forget everything you thought you knew about workplace AI. We're moving beyond simple automation into an era where AI agents don't just assist – they actively reason, make decisions, and operate as team members. This isn't coming someday; it's reshaping employee experiences right now, and the implications for frontline workers are massive.
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From Our Vault
How to Remove Unconscious Bias in Recruitment
Still relevant, still critical – our deep dive into the blind spots that cost you great talent. With 75% of job seekers experiencing bias during recruitment, this guide remains essential reading.
The Extra Point
Quick reminder: If you're still treating "culture fit" as gospel in your hiring process, you might be falling into the affinity bias trap. When we prioritize candidates who mirror our existing team, we're not building diverse, innovative workforces – we're creating echo chambers. Challenge yourself this week: what does "culture add" look like instead of "culture fit"?
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