Workplaces are demanding increases in the outputs of creativity, innovation, efficiency, productivity, and stress management. The top skills in success (according to the World Economic Forum) include complex-problem solving, novel thinking, emotional intelligence, agility, flexibility, and strategic leadership.
Health status and productivity loss are closely linked to work environments
Multitasking costs the US Economy approximately $650 billion annually in wasted productivity, more than the $73.1 billion/year costs associated w/obesity
Socioeconomic success has been linked to superior decision-making, long-term planning & emotional regulation.
Stress cost companies $200-300 billion per year. This is closely linked to productivity, which is also affected by mood and productivity disorders.