Mind Over Metrics: Reframing Well-Being as a Core Economic Driver in Modern Workplaces
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Mental Health, Workplace Well-BeingAbstract
Despite rising global awareness of mental health, modern workplaces remain entrenched in outdated metrics that prioritize output over well-being. From Silicon Valley to Hong Kong, productivity losses linked to burnout, depression, and disengagement have reached alarming levels. This paper argues that personal well-being—encompassing mental health, emotional stability, and physical wellness—is not just a social good but an underutilized economic variable. Drawing upon global datasets, economic research, and empirical workplace studies, this paper explores how well-being correlates with individual and organizational productivity. It critiques traditional key performance indicators (KPIs) and managerial frameworks that ignore the human dimensions of labor and proposes an alternative paradigm: one where flexible policies, mental health access, and well-being-driven metrics are institutionalized across industries. Through a multidisciplinary lens that combines economic theory, behavioral science, and policy analysis, the paper makes the case that integrating well-being into performance strategy is not just ethical—it is essential for sustained economic growth.References
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