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The Pingpong Table vs. the Conference Table HOW CREATING A FUN WORK ENVIRONMENT INCREASES PRODUCTIVITY
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About 10 years ago, Volkswagen set up a simple psychological experiment in a subway in Stockholm. One night, they turned the steps of a staircase right next to an elevator into piano keys. The next day, when researchers observed what happened, they found that 66% of commuters used the musical stairs despite the greater physical effort. From their results, the Volkswagen researchers concluded that people will naturally choose a more fun environment. So, what does this mean for business owners and managers? It means there is scientific evidence, through this and other research, that indicates fun work environments are more conducive to productivity than you might think. It turns out that the solution to your productivity problem might be better solved with a pingpong table than a conference table. So, what does a “fun” workplace look like? While it might vary from workplace to workplace, some examples include having a games area for employees on break, going out together as a team, taking part in fun team-building exercises, or even just decorating the office. It’s really up to you what environment you think employees would enjoy the most. All in all, creating a more fun work culture and environment has benefits. Happy employees are more engaged according to a Harvard Business Review study. The same study also showed that disengaged workers are more likely to be absent from work and more prone to accidents and errors by wide margins. While it may sound counterproductive, spending money on ways to keep your team engaged with your business and with each other could actually save money in the long run. So, talk to your employees and staff. Find out what engages them and make your business a place they look forward to working at every day.
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