There has never been a stronger focus on happiness at work in organizations all over the world than there is right now.

And this is no wonder: Happy workplaces are more profitable and innovative, attract the best employees and have lower absenteeism and employee turnover rates. Simply put, happy companies make more money.

Also, happiness at work is great for employees making them more successful, healthier and happier in private life as well.

But why exactly is that and what trends are driving so many workplaces to take happiness seriously?

At our 2018 Happiness at Work Conference I gave talk on that question and you can watch the whole thing here and get all the ammunition you need to make the case for happiness in your workplace.