Johns Hopkins research finds national decline in workplace well-being

Johns Hopkins researchers share new insights related to employee well-being in U.S. organizations. In a comprehensive analysis of more than 4.5 million survey respondents, a new study from Johns Hopkins Carey Business School researchers shows that how employers manage well-being over time is critical to employees.

Associate Professor of Practice Michelle Barton, who co-authored the study, said, “The COVID-19 pandemic heightened employers' awareness of the importance of well-being, and many of the best organizations worked to create a positive work climate. The challenge now will be to integrate those practices into everyday work life, rather than simply as a crisis response.”

The "Well-being at Work" report outlines organizational factors that may affect employee well-being in the workplace. The research shows that successful organizations create a climate of well-being not by providing perks or benefits, but rather by creating a culture where people feel acknowledged, supported, and connected. These insights highlight the impact of flexible work arrangements, stress levels, industry practices, and persistent disparities among groups of people in the workplace.

For more about the “Well-Being at Work” report, visit the Hub.