The 5 PILLARS of Organizational Health
Purpose + Fuel + Movement + Mind + Tribe
Dr. Partha Nandi’s 5 Pillars of Organizational Health transform organizational performance on a systemic level.
Focus on these pillars to:
- Increase employee and customer engagement and loyalty
- Achieve greater performance and profitability
- Become more resilient
- Adapt to change more quickly
- Lower absenteeism and healthcare costs
- Enhance risk tolerance and product development
1.
Purpose
Define and communicate a clear mission aligned to business goals, along with an inspiring culture that great employees want to join. Consider how Dove’s and CVS’s strong sense of purpose helps drive engagement and profitability.
2.
Fuel
Provide the environment and resources with which employees can thrive. Broaden physical wellbeing to include mental, emotional, and financial well-being. Delta Airlines and Semco excel in these areas.
3.
Movement
Beyond encouraging physical and intellectual activity: foster healthy work-life balance and a culture of continuous, professional growth. Companies like Intuit and Patagonia reveal how movement drives retention, engagement, and innovation.
4.
Mind
Cultivate a culture of mindfulness and mental health with programs that reduce stress, enhance focus, and promote emotional resilience. Symantec and Headspace lead in how they are enhancing workplace productivity through health by integrating mental health practices into the workplace.
5.
Tribe
A commitment to community promotes collaboration and a sense of belonging among employees, customers, and stakeholders. Valve and Mars show how strong tribes can lead to exceptional financial results and thriving workplace cultures.