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Why Europe Fell Out of Love with Work - and How to Fix It
Europe is facing a work engagement crisis In this eye-opening 4-part series, leadership consultant Søren Jensen sits down with Gallup’s Pa Sinyan to reveal why – and how leaders can turn it around. With over 30 years of global experience, Pa Sinyan shares surprising truths from Denmark and across Europe: What great managers actually do, how leadership shapes wellbeing, and the small shifts that unlock big potential. Compact. Honest. Insightful. Each episode is just 20 minutes. Recorded in 2022, but more urgent than ever. From September 1st, 2025, Søren Jensen will focus all his work on “The Power of the Smile.” Visit from September 1st powerofsmile.dk for an exclusive English summary of his book, “7 Rules for a Better Work Life.”
Episodes
4 episodes
Chapter 1: Quality of Life vs. Work Engagement – The Danish Paradox
Denmark ranks among the very best globally in overall quality of life — yet surprisingly, Danish employees report some of the lowest levels of engagement at work. In this eye-opening first episode, Pa Sinyan, Gallup’s Managing Partner for Europ...
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Chapter 2: Leadership Matters – The Power of Clear Communication
Despite Europe’s strong business foundations, many leaders still underestimate the impact of effective leadership. In this episode, Pa Sinyan highlights the crucial role of coaching and clear communication. Surprising as it may be, only half of...
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Episode 2
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18:48
Chapter 3: Sparking Growth – The Mindset Shift That Can Transform Work
In Denmark, 60% of employees feel they lack encouragement for their development, and many don’t see opportunities to learn and grow. In this inspiring episode, Pa Sinyan discusses the urgent need for a mindset shift—one that puts personal growt...
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Episode 3
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17:29
Chapter 4: Building Europe’s Silicon Valley – Unlocking Untapped
What if Danish leaders, employees, and society could boost engagement by just 10% and reduce active disengagement by 5%? In this final episode, Pa Sinyan explores the enormous potential that lies within Denmark — and Europe as a whole. Join us ...
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Episode 4
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24:00