Research & Insights

14 min read | October 9, 2024

The centered organization survey methodology

Learn how BetterUp conducted research on the impact of political tension on workplace dynamics, using data from over 250,000 members and multiple national surveys. Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | January 23, 2024

Shaping the future of work with purpose: Insights from Adam Grant and Alexi Robichaux

Alexi Robichaux and Adam Grant explore how purpose fuels performance and drives momentum in a future-ready workplace. Read More

Research & Insights

14 min read | December 13, 2023

Leading for purpose and performance: Insights from The Collaborative

Insights from the inaugural event of the Center for Purpose and Performance, exploring the future of purpose and performance at work. Read More

Well-being

15 min read | April 28, 2023

From service member to civilian: Unlock this key talent pool with successful transitions

Veterans are an undervalued talent pool. Key to tapping into their skills: holistic transition support for service members from leaving through onboarding. Read More

Research & Insights

16 min read | March 22, 2023

Fueling organizational performance through BetterUp’s Human Transformation Platform

Today we need transformation to drive sustainable business performance. The Human Transformation Platform scales personalized growth across the enterprise. Read More

Research & Insights

9 min read | November 3, 2022

Do more than survive — thrive in turbulent seasons

A coaching culture is key to building resilient employees. Here are 3 reasons why your organization can't miss out on the benefits of a coaching culture. Read More

Well-being

21 min read | October 31, 2022

When the leader’s cup runs dry: How burnout undermines mission and how to fix it

In the Federal government, leaders are committed to mission and often try to push through stress. But their burnout hurts their teams. Here's what to do. Read More

Research & Insights

4 min read | October 28, 2022

For many LGBTQIA+ workers, the office can be a lonely place

Our work arrangement can significantly impact our sense of belonging. But LGBTQIA+ employees face additional challenges that leave many feeling isolated Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | October 13, 2022

Considering a return-to-office mandate? Here’s what it could cost you

For workers who value the flexibility of remote and hybrid work, a return to the office mandate may not make them feel welcomed, understood, or supported. Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | October 11, 2022

Work has changed in countless ways, but gender bias persists

Women and gender-diverse employees aren’t getting credit for their work. This is just one of many ways gender bias can show up in the workplace. Read More

Research & Insights

14 min read | October 10, 2022

World Mental Health Day highlights the pervasive, and personal, need for mental health support

World Mental Health Day focuses on mental health in an unequal world. BetterUp research finds widespread need for mental health support but different pressures, different... Read More

Research & Insights

5 min read | October 4, 2022

Supportive managers boost LGBTQIA+ professional confidence by 39%

LGBTQIA+ employees face striking disparities in the workplace, but manager support can play a part in helping them achieve professional success Read More

Research & Insights

5 min read | September 29, 2022

Dealing with difficulties pays dividends

Having difficult conversations and navigating unpredictable situations in the workplace isn't pleasant, but it can serve as an opportunity for growth Read More

Research & Insights

3 min read | September 28, 2022

Unpredictability? Workplace difficulties? It all means growth

When we face difficult situations, it can feel overwhelming. The silver lining is that with every difficult situation we navigate, our resilience grows. Read More

Research & Insights

7 min read | September 20, 2022

Why workplace friendships are key to managing negative emotions on the job

The latest data reveals that workplace friendships boost productivity, engagement, and helps workers mitigate the effects of stress and burnout. Read More

Research & Insights

9 min read | September 15, 2022

The mental health needs of working parents are more nuanced than employers may realize

Employers offering well-being support need to factor in the diverse needs of their workforce if they want to build strategies that are effective. Read More

Well-being

5 min read | September 13, 2022

The hidden benefits of self-compassion

New BetterUp research reveals that self-compassion doesn't just help individuals, it actually contributes to the success and creativity of teams. Read More

Research & Insights

8 min read | September 8, 2022

European workers are lonely and have a 74% stronger intention to quit. Learn how to keep them.

Workers in the UK, Germany, and France are lonely. Discover the state of connection at work and the impact it's having on your business with data from over 1,000 people in... Read More

Research & Insights

10 min read | September 6, 2022

Parents are turning to these proven strategies to improve their mental wellness

The mental and emotional well-being of working parents plummeted during the pandemic. Here's what they are using to preserve and bolster their mental health Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | August 30, 2022

A pay cut for better mental health benefits? Most parents say yes.

More and more, working parents across generations prefer their employers to offer expanded mental health benefits over pay increases. Read More

Diversity & Inclusion

13 min read | August 29, 2022

For true inclusion and belonging, focus on the locus

Research shows inclusion is a predictor of whether DEIB investments will drive results, for your employees and your bottom line. Individual sense of control matters. Read More

Research & Insights

5 min read | August 25, 2022

LGBTQIA+ folks still aren’t comfortable bringing their full selves to work

Most of us have difficulty bringing our full selves to work. But for the LGBTQIA+ community, discrimination and discomfort can make it even harder. Read More

Research & Insights

14 min read | August 24, 2022

Coaching during crisis: New BetterUp research shows coaching helps employees navigate change and uncertainty

New research from BetterUp demonstrates the effectiveness of coaching as a tool for supporting employee well-being and performance during times of rapid change and... Read More

Research & Insights

7 min read | August 23, 2022

Understanding locus of control is key to harnessing happiness

Our research reveals that the way people view the amount of control they have in their lives can drastically impact their level of happiness. Read More

Research & Insights

13 min read | August 22, 2022

Struggling with control issues? Coaching can help

If your employees are struggling with change, it's time to examine locus of control. Dig into the data behind coaching and control — and why it matters. Read More

Research & Insights

7 min read | August 19, 2022

Why connection is crucial for employees of color

Employees of color have long experienced the effects of a lack of inclusion in the workplace. Here's how companies can help bridge the connection gap. Read More

Research & Insights

9 min read | August 11, 2022

With hybrid work on the rise, employers gain new opportunity to support employees

Hybrid work has become the preferred arrangement in the post-pandemic era, but it's not without its challenges. Here's how employers can make it work. Read More

Culture

7 min read | August 4, 2022

A strong coaching culture makes dollars — and sense

The numbers don’t lie — coaching culture is a competitive and cultural edge for companies. Organizational agility and individual up-skilling depend on it. Read More

Employee Experience

11 min read | July 28, 2022

How to build a culture of connection with Shawn Achor and Farrell Redwine

Farrell Redwine, CHRO at Nordstrom, and author Shawn Achor explain how connection fuels performance, boosts well-being, and retains top talent. Read More

Culture

7 min read | July 26, 2022

The true costs of layoffs: morale, commitment, readiness … your future

Many companies are turning to layoffs because of increasing economic uncertainty. But layoffs come with extra costs that can put organizations at risk. Read More

Research & Insights

17 min read | July 25, 2022

Innovations in coaching: Growth through connection for an evolving world of work

We sat down with coaching industry experts to discuss where the industry is headed, the impact of technology, and the role ethics play as the field matures. Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | July 21, 2022

The new skill set needed to succeed in the hybrid workplace

While they have always been critical for in the workplace, hybrid arrangements make soft skills even more valuable Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | July 19, 2022

Managers are falling for this cognitive bias when giving performance reviews

Data reveals that the proximity bias can influence managers to view their in-person employees more favorably than remote and hybrid workers. Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | July 14, 2022

After years of intense change, employee goals have changed too.

Over the course of the pandemic, employee’s turned their attention away from career-focused coaching topics to those related to personal well-being Read More

Research & Insights

14 min read | July 12, 2022

How companies are using coaching to build connection, community, and commitment

Research shows connection in the workplace has real impact on the business. Learn how some companies are succeeding by building community through coaching. Read More

Research & Insights

7 min read | July 7, 2022

When it comes to caregiving benefits, parents value time and money most

Not all benefits are created equal. Here's a look at why working parents prefer flexible hours and pay increases above everything else. Read More

Research & Insights

6 min read | July 5, 2022

Declining capabilities in productivity and wellness signal a need for worker support

Cognitive agility, resilience, emotional regulation, focus, and strategic planning are in decline across the work force. Here's what organizations can do. Read More

Research & Insights

8 min read | June 30, 2022

Personal growth starts with looking inward, but eventually shifts outward

As we begin thriving cognitively, emotionally, and socially, our focus shifts from working on ourselves to making an impact on others. Read More

Research & Insights

10 min read | June 28, 2022

How to build a healthy organization with Josh Bersin and Rajiv Chandran

Author and analyst Josh Bersin & Accenture’s Chief Learning Officer Rajiv Chandran teach how to build Healthy Organizations that support employee well-being. Read More

Employee Experience

14 min read | June 28, 2022

Trends in the Federal workforce: A review of the 2021 FEVS

BetterUp’s Government team of Ph.D. behavioral scientists conducted an analysis, identifying trends in the 2021 FEVS for leaders across federal government. Read More

Culture

12 min read | June 21, 2022

43% of us don’t feel connected at work. Here's what to do about it.

Employees everywhere aren't getting the type of social connection they want or need. Learn why that matters and what you can do to boost your own. Read More