A new profession has been added to large companies around the world: that of the Chief Happiness Officer. What is the role of the chief happiness officer and why is it so important?

The Chief Happiness Officer is a kind of catalyst for corporate change. CHOs have a versatile role. It not only ensures that employees are happy and satisfied with the workplace, but creates an environment that promotes productivity, motivation and engagement. Ultimately, CHO is tasked with cultivating a culture where employee well-being is at the center of everything.

This new profession is a response to growing concerns about burnout, stress and employee turnover in companies around the world (especially American ones). With increasing attention being paid to the link between employee happiness and company performance, the role of the CHO is becoming increasingly crucial.

The CHO's responsibilities may vary depending on the organization, but generally include:

  1. Develops Wellness Programs: CHOs are responsible for designing and implementing wellness programs that go beyond simple office gym initiatives. These programs can include mindfulness courses, personal training sessions, employee assistance programs and much more.
  2. Foster a positive culture: CHO works to promote a positive and inclusive culture. This can mean encouraging recognition, collaboration and transparency among employees, as well as celebrating individual and team successes.
  3. Monitors organizational spirit: CHO regularly collects feedback from employees to assess organizational spirit and identify potential problems or areas for improvement. This may include anonymous surveys, active listening sessions and other forms of feedback.
  4. Promotes Happiness at Work: CHO works to create a work environment that is rewarding and stimulating for employees. This can include creating welcoming workspaces, promoting a healthy work-life balance, and organizing social events and team-building activities.
  5. Support personal and professional development: CHO is committed to supporting the personal and professional development of employees by providing training and development opportunities and promoting a culture of continuous learning.

Becoming a CHO requires a combination of experience, skills and a good knowledge of organizational well-being. There is no standard path to becoming a CHO, but experience in human resources, psychology, business management or related fields is usually required.

Salary depends on various factors: experience, role-specific responsibilities, size and industry.

According to Glassdoor data, the average annual salary for a CHO in Italy ranges from €42,770 to €47,029 per year.

Would you like a Chief Happiness Officer at your job or have that role yourself?