In this episode of Tap’d Talks HR, we speak with Lord Mark Price, former Managing Director of Waitrose, Deputy Chairman of the John Lewis Partnership, government Trade Minister, and founder of WorkL. With over 40 years of leadership experience, Lord Price shares why happiness at work matters, not just for employees, but for productivity, profitability, and long-term success.
Drawing on insights from his bestselling book Happy Economics and his upcoming release Work Happier, Lord Price reveals:
- Why the John Lewis Partnership made happiness its “supreme purpose” nearly a century ago
- The six essential drivers of workplace happiness (and why free pizza nights aren’t one of them)
- The role of managers in shaping micro-cultures that define organizational success
- Practical steps HR leaders and individuals can take to build happier, more resilient workplaces
Whether you’re an HR professional, a business leader, or simply passionate about the future of work, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how happiness drives performance.
