Overcoming the loneliness of line managers: peer learning and problem solving

About this episode

This episode discusses the isolation line managers face and the importance of peer learning for their wellbeing.

In this episode of the Evolve Workplace Wellbeing Podcast, Dr Helen Fitzhugh of the University of East Anglia speaks with Dr Katie Elizabeth Green, Senior Lecturer in Leadership Development at Manchester Metropolitan University. Katie draws on her extensive research for the Good Employment Learning Lab to offer insights into the isolation line managers can feel, their wellbeing and the ripple effects of that for team wellbeing. She offers insight into the value of programmes to foster peer le...

People in this episode

Host: Dr Helen Fitzhugh

Guest: Dr Katie Elizabeth Green

Topics covered

• line managers
• workplace wellbeing
• peer learning
• isolation
• leadership development

Keywords

• line managers
• workplace wellbeing
• peer learning
• isolation
• leadership development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of East Anglia, Manchester Metropolitan University, Good Employment Learning Lab

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