196. HR's Wake-Up Call: When Workplace Disconnection Turns Tragic

***No more headaches with managing your leave process. Head over to ⁠⁠⁠Cocoon using this link: https://bit.ly/46QzEYm to learn more and get up to a fifty percent implementation fee discount. In this episode, Traci issues a critical wake-up call to HR leaders and workplaces regarding the dangers of employee disconnection following the tragic death of a Wells Fargo employee. Traci dives into the tragic incident, exploring how workplace isolation, lack of check-ins, and missed wellness protocols can result in such a heartbreaking outcome. She also reflects on broader themes of loneliness and disconnection, especially in remote or hybrid work environments. Traci emphasizes how companies can foster more connected, caring, and vigilant workplaces, highlighting steps HR leaders can take to ensure the well-being and safety of their teams. Mentioned in this episode: Forbes article: Why the death of the Wells Fargo employee found at work is so jarring HR Dive article: The epidemic of loneliness and workplace isolation Connect with Traci here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/HRTraci⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HRTraci.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Trigger Warning02:45 The Tragic Story of Denise Rudeholm at Wells Fargo10:30 Workplace Disconnection and Isolation in Remote and Hybrid Work16:15 How Loneliness Impacts Employee Well-being22:45 Actionable Steps to Foster Connection and Well-being in the Workplace29:00 Final Thoughts and Call to Action We hope you found this discussion insightful and relevant. If you resonate with the message, we invite you to leave a review and share your thoughts. Your feedback helps us spread the word and reach more passionate listeners about creating better workplaces. Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and give this episode a 👍🏼! Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraci Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hrtraci/support