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309: The Evolution of Work (And the Surprising Role of Pets in Culture & Retention) with Michelle Yates
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Work’s changing fast—hybrid setups, flexible perks, and even pets making boardroom appearances 🐶💼.
Michelle Yates from Pet Partners joins Nikki to dig into why intentional culture design (with a pet twist!) is the new frontier for engagement and retention. From pet insurance to office mascots, discover how the joy of animals is shaping the future of meaningful work 🐾✨.
Additional Resources:
The Power of Pet Perks - Research with HABRI (Human Animal Bond Research Institute)
Learn how to create pet-friendly workspaces with the Dogs at Work Guide!
Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn
Learn more about OnePack Plan by PetPartners
Watch Gut + Science (and more) on YouTube!
Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn
Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn
Learn more about PeopleForward Network
Key Takeaways:
- Pets at work boost morale and mental health.
- Culture design must be intentional and people-first.
- Personalized benefits like pet insurance drive retention.
- Even non-pet owners value pet-inclusive workplaces.
Works Cited:
- KRC Research conducted an online survey on behalf of OnePack Plan by Pet Partners among n=1,000 employed US adults 18-65. The sample included n=750 pet owners and n=250 non-pet owners. The study was fielded between August 19 - August 22, 2024.
- Cohen Research Group in conjunction with OnePack Plan by PetPartners and the Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) conducted an online survey over a two-week period from February 22 to March 7, 2024, with 1,021 HR professionals working for medium or large companies in the United States and Canada. By design, half of the respondents work at companies currently offering pet health insurance to their employees and half did not offer it to them.
For terms and conditions visit: www.petpartners.com/sample-policies. Products are underwritten by Independence American Insurance Company, (NAIC #26581), and produced by PetPartners, Inc. (NPN #7612549; CA license #0F27261 PPI Pet Insurance Agency, Inc.).
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