Why Supporting Employees Holistically Boosts Productivity
Episode Description
EPISODE OVERVIEW Wharton Emeritus Practice Professor of Management Stew Friedman, Director of the Wharton Work/Life Integration Project and Founding Director of the Wharton Leadership Program discusses how corporate leadership has evolved to support employees’ personal and professional lives. Drawing on decades of research and experience, he explains the concept of "total leadership," how work-life integration drives innovation and productivity, and why businesses benefit when they support the whole person—at work, at home, and in the community.
PODCAST OVERVIEW Every day, business scholars answer pressing questions in their research - but what do their insights mean for you? In this podcast, Wharton faculty dive into what inspired their studies and how their findings resonate with the world today. Learn how research insights translate into knowledge you can use, with host Dan Loney.
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Brief Summary
Stew Friedman discusses work-life integration and leadership evolution in the corporate world, emphasizing holistic employee well-being.
Key points
- The Ripple Effect Podcast. Join host Dan Loney as he explores groundbreaking research from Wharton faculty.
- Work-Life Integration Insights. Stew Friedman discusses the evolution of work-life balance and its importance today.
- Total Leadership Program. Friedman shares the success of the Total Leadership program at Ford, enhancing leadership and life integration.
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Episode highlights
- The Ripple Effect PodcastJoin host Dan Loney as he explores groundbreaking research from Wharton faculty.0:36May 27, 2025
- Work-Life Integration InsightsStew Friedman discusses the evolution of work-life balance and its importance today.0:55May 27, 2025
- Total Leadership ProgramFriedman shares the success of the Total Leadership program at Ford, enhancing leadership and life integration.10:53May 27, 2025





