Written by Saima Ahmad, Ph.D., and Melissa Wheeler, Ph.D.

Gone are the days when “fun at work” meant a ping-pong table in the break room, ordering in pizza, or a mandatory holiday party. Today, forward-thinking organizations are reimagining workplace culture by embracing two distinct but complementary approaches: contrived fun (manager-led initiatives) and playful work design (organic, employee-driven creativity). If you want employees to go the extra mile, create environments where they feel energized, connected, and motivated.

We give so much of our lives to work, shouldn’t it be more enjoyable? As burnout rates soar and quiet quitting becomes the norm, leaders are finally exploring ways employees can........

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