In this Brandon Hall Group™ Excellence at Work Podcast, Rachel Cooke, COO of Brandon Hall Group, discusses with Todd Smith, Executive Director of Enterprise Learning and Development at Estée Lauder Companies, and Dr. Lauren Hodges, Founder of Performance on Purpose, how organizations can create comprehensive wellness programs that enhance both personal and professional performance. The conversation explores Estée Lauder’s award-winning Enterprise Athlete program, representing an innovative approach to employee wellbeing and development.
Key Discussion Points:
- Program Evolution: How Estée Lauder transformed Johnson & Johnson’s Corporate Athlete program into their own Enterprise Athlete initiative, scaling it from an in-person executive program to an accessible digital experience for thousands of employees
- Total Person Design: The program’s holistic approach to energy management across physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, helping employees optimize their performance in both professional and personal life
- Digital Transformation: Creating a flexible learning ecosystem that combines instructor-led training, digital modules, and team-based experiences to meet diverse learning needs and preferences
- Implementation Strategy: Using micro-actions (“too small to fail”) and storytelling to help employees build sustainable habits and overcome limiting beliefs
- Cultural Integration: Embedding wellness goals into performance management and creating a common language around energy management throughout the organization
The corporate wellness landscape continues to evolve, with organizations seeking ways to support employee wellbeing while driving performance. Smith’s and Hodges’ insights reveal how organizations can create comprehensive wellness programs that deliver measurable results while preparing for future workplace challenges.
About Estée Lauder Companies:
The Estée Lauder Companies is a global leader in prestige beauty, with a long-standing commitment to employee development and wellbeing. Through innovative programs like Enterprise Athlete, the company demonstrates its dedication to supporting employees’ total person development. The Enterprise Athlete program combines scientific research with practical application, helping employees manage their energy and enhance their performance across all aspects of life.
Connect with Estée Lauder Companies:
LinkedIn: @esteelaudercompanies