Jan-Emmanuel De Neve

Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, an Oxford economist and well-being expert, dives into the troubling decline of happiness among America's youth, especially post-COVID. He highlights alarming trends contrasting Gen Z's struggles with the rising joy seen in regions like Lithuania. The discussion includes the impact of social media on mental health and the urgent need for practical strategies to enhance community connection. De Neve also emphasizes innovative education approaches, advocating for happiness skills in curricula to empower young people toward a brighter future.

Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, a Professor of Economics at Oxford and co-editor of the World Happiness Report, dives deep into the importance of workplace wellbeing. He reveals how employee happiness is crucial for performance, retention, and recruitment, yet often overlooked. With insights from a vast dataset of 25 million workers, he discusses key drivers of workplace satisfaction and how AI can play a role in enhancing job fulfillment. Transforming wellbeing from a perk to a strategy is essential for organizational success.

Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Professor of Economics and Behavioural Science at Oxford and director of the Wellbeing Research Centre, discusses findings from the 2026 World Happiness Report. He covers global rankings, Finland’s strengths like trust and nature, falling youth wellbeing in the UK, the effects of social media, policy levers such as social infrastructure, and AI’s risks and opportunities for jobs and mental health.