Creating a positive and engaging company culture is essential for attracting and retaining top talent. Playful work design not only fosters trust, psychological safety, belonging, and engagement but also supports employees' mental and physical health. Neuroscience shows that play helps us develop skills needed for transparency and connection. When we play, we are more likely to take risks, be open to feedback, and collaborate effectively.

During this interactive and engaging, yet introvert-friendly workshop, participants will:

• Explore the neuroscience of play and its impact on company culture
• Learn how to incorporate play into routines and behaviors to create a more positive and engaging work environment
• Discover strategies for using play to foster trust, psychological safety, belonging, and engagement
• Develop ideas for creating a playful community that supports your company culture

Learning Outcomes

• Gain a deeper understanding of the neuroscience of play and its impact on company culture
• Learn how to incorporate play into your work routines and behaviors to create a more positive and engaging work environment
• Discover strategies for using play to foster trust, psychological safety, belonging, and engagement
• Develop ideas for creating a playful community that supports your company culture
• Leave with practical tools and techniques for implementing playful work design in your organization

Organizations that utilize playful work design experience increased connection across teams, 12% more productivity, 41% less absenteeism, 21% increase in profitability.

Speaker Bio - Acey Holmes 

Acey, with her vibrant energy and engaging style, infuses workplaces with a sense of joy and connection. As both a TEDx and 4x DisruptHR speaker, she shares innovative strategies that intertwine the pillars with Play and flow, enhancing workplace dynamics and personal satisfaction.

Her unique blend of experience in the educational and clinical (speech-language pathology) fields, coupled with a deep understanding of Play, flow, and neuroscience, enables Acey to translate intricate concepts into relatable narratives. Her sessions are dynamic, offering practical tools for integrating Play and the pillars into daily work life, fostering an atmosphere where creativity and collaboration thrive.

In her role as a consultant, Acey has made a lasting impact on numerous organizations, nurturing creative thinking and deepening connections. Her tailor-made programs are infused with evidence-based practices that not only bolster team morale and connectivity but also encourage a reimagining of workplace culture, positioning BoredLess as a key partner for those looking to breathe new life into their corporate environments.