Why Europe Fell Out of Love with Work - and How to Fix It

Pa Sinyan / Søren Jensen
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Europe is facing a work engagement crisis  In this eye-opening 4-part series, leadership consultant Søren Jensen sits down with Gallup’s Pa Sinyan to reveal why – and how leaders can turn it around. With over 30 years of global experience, Pa Sinyan shares surprising truths from Denmark and across Europe. Compact. Honest. Insightful. Each episode is just 20 minutes. Recorded in 2022, but more urgent than ever. Read more on powerofsmile.dk - and follow Søren Jensens project: New Ways to Break the Paradox of Modern Happiness.   

Episodes

  1. 10/13/2022

    Chapter 1: Quality of Life vs. Work Engagement – The Danish Paradox

    Denmark ranks among the very best globally in overall quality of life — yet surprisingly, Danish employees report some of the lowest levels of engagement at work. In this eye-opening first episode, Pa Sinyan, Gallup’s Managing Partner for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, shares fresh insights from Gallup’s 2022 global employee engagement study. Together, we explore why this paradox exists and set the stage for discovering how to transform work into a source of purpose and fulfillment.

    20 min

  2. 10/12/2022

    Chapter 2: Leadership Matters – The Power of Clear Communication

    Despite Europe’s strong business foundations, many leaders still underestimate the impact of effective leadership. In this episode, Pa Sinyan highlights the crucial role of coaching and clear communication. Surprising as it may be, only half of Danish employees know exactly what’s expected of them each day. Tune in to discover how empowering leaders with better communication skills can unlock engagement and drive team success.

    19 min

  3. 10/11/2022

    Chapter 3: Sparking Growth – The Mindset Shift That Can Transform Work

    In Denmark, 60% of employees feel they lack encouragement for their development, and many don’t see opportunities to learn and grow. In this inspiring episode, Pa Sinyan discusses the urgent need for a mindset shift—one that puts personal growth and continuous learning at the heart of the workplace. Discover how fostering this culture can unlock motivation, boost engagement, and help both employees and organizations thrive.

    17 min

  4. 10/10/2022

    Chapter 4: Building Europe’s Silicon Valley – Unlocking Untapped

    What if Danish leaders, employees, and society could boost engagement by just 10% and reduce active disengagement by 5%? In this final episode, Pa Sinyan explores the enormous potential that lies within Denmark — and Europe as a whole. Join us as we envision how raising engagement can spark innovation, drive growth, and help build a thriving European Silicon Valley.

    24 min
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Europe is facing a work engagement crisis  In this eye-opening 4-part series, leadership consultant Søren Jensen sits down with Gallup’s Pa Sinyan to reveal why – and how leaders can turn it around. With over 30 years of global experience, Pa Sinyan shares surprising truths from Denmark and across Europe. Compact. Honest. Insightful. Each episode is just 20 minutes. Recorded in 2022, but more urgent than ever. Read more on powerofsmile.dk - and follow Søren Jensens project: New Ways to Break the Paradox of Modern Happiness.   

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