
Creating a Workplace That Restores Hope with Alexander Kjerulf
Mindful Management · 2025-04-16 · 34 min
Episode notes
In this episode of Mindful Management , host Shenandoah Chefalo speaks with Alexander Kjerulf, Chief Happiness Officer of Woohoo Inc. What You’ll Learn: The business case for happiness at work How to move beyond “perks” to create genuine workplace satisfaction The importance of results and relationships in workplace happiness Ways to measure and track employee happiness How to drive cultural transformation in organizations Strategies to navigate the future of work and restore hope in the workplace Alexander Kjerulf is the Chief Happiness Officer of Woohoo Inc. With a Master's Degree in Computer Science and decades of experience, Alex has evolved from a tech innovator to a global authority on workplace well-being. Through his several books, including the international bestseller "Happy Hour is 9 to 5," and his work with companies like Hilton, IKEA, and Microsoft, he advocates for environments where joy and well-being are the core of business practice. His current venture, HeartCount, aims to transform organizational cultures by ensuring employees feel valued and heard. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review it on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.