Ep 98: Betul-How Employers can Improve The Work Environment

In Episode 98 of Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite, host Nick Jonsson welcomes Betul Genc, Country Manager at Adecco Singapore, for an in-depth discussion on how employers can create healthier work environments that genuinely support employee mental wellbeing.

Betul brings a people-first leadership perspective shaped by her extensive experience in workforce solutions and organizational development. In this episode, she explores how mental wellbeing is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a core business priority. As workplace pressures increase and expectations evolve, organizations must move beyond surface-level initiatives and take meaningful action to support their people.

Betul discusses how a positive and inclusive workplace culture plays a critical role in employee mental health. She explains that psychological safety—where employees feel heard, respected, and supported—is foundational to engagement and productivity. Leaders who foster trust through transparency and empathy create environments where individuals are more likely to speak up about challenges before they escalate into burnout or disengagement.

Practical strategies are a key focus of the conversation. Betul highlights the importance of open communication between managers and employees, ensuring that mental health is part of everyday dialogue rather than a taboo topic. She also emphasizes flexible work arrangements as an effective way to reduce stress and improve work-life balance, especially in a rapidly changing professional landscape.

Access to mental health resources is another crucial element Betul addresses. From employee assistance programs to training managers in mental health awareness, she explains how structured support systems help individuals manage stress while signaling that wellbeing is taken seriously at an organizational level. These measures not only improve individual resilience but also strengthen overall team performance.

Leadership accountability is central to driving lasting change. Betul shares how leaders must model healthy behaviors, set realistic expectations, and actively challenge stigma around mental health in the workplace. When senior leadership openly prioritizes wellbeing, it sends a powerful message that people are valued beyond their output.

The episode also explores how improving mental wellbeing directly impacts business success. Betul connects supportive work environments to lower turnover, higher engagement, and stronger employer branding. Organizations that invest in their employees’ mental health are better positioned to attract and retain top talent while maintaining sustainable performance over time.

Listeners will gain practical insights into how small cultural shifts can lead to meaningful impact—from how meetings are run to how feedback is given and how success is defined. This conversation is especially relevant for business leaders, HR professionals, and managers seeking to build workplaces where people can thrive emotionally as well as professionally.

Tune in to discover how employers can transform the work environment into a space that nurtures mental wellbeing, strengthens organizational culture, and drives long-term success.

Contact Betul Genc to collaborate with her.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betul-genc-88270452/

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