Are You Having Fun At Work? Start Doing These 6 Things If You Aren’t

“I realized the more fun I had, the more relaxed I was working, and the better I worked.” - Bill Murray

January 27th has been designated as National Fun at Work Day.?

Because

The use of fun has been used by Kings, Commanders, Rulers and Leaders throughout history

1. To raise team morale?
2. To achieve a common goal
3. To build collaboration between colleagues

This isn’t enough, a fun work environment also offers these benefits

• Improves communication skills
• Promotes creativity
• Increases motivation and satisfaction
• Break down the organizational hierarchy
• Encourages advocacy
• Combats isolation and low morale

I know, we all know this, so the real question is how exactly can you have fun at work and still get things done? Here’s how

1. Start happy-boosting traditions with teammates

Spark a little joy in your and your colleague’s life. For example, grabbing a steaming chai or a sutta during a break. Invite a coworker to come along and try involving different team members. Besides making them feel comfortable and welcome, it also gives you a chance to know each other better.

1. Wear clothing that makes you happy

Ever heard, ‘dress for success’. Our clothes highly influence our mood. Wear something that makes you feel happy, calm, powerful.?

It’s kind of like how you see the colour yellow or orange and it invokes happiness, optimism, and warmth or white gives a sense of calmness.

1. Play your favourite music

Research says music can enhance productivity at work and I couldn’t agree more.?

Music can give us more energy and enthusiasm while focusing on everyday tasks, it reduces stress and maintains focus while improving our mood and making us more productive. And, again you know, when we’re happy, we’re more productive.

1. Spruce up your workspace

One of the easiest strategies for making the workplace fun is sprucing up your workplace. Put pictures, display knick-knacks or surround yourself with plants. It can also work as an icebreaker to encourage more socialization.

1. Surprise your team

Who doesn’t enjoy an unexpected, pleasant surprise? The element of surprise can make the workplace more enjoyable.?

• Publicly recognize your team’s achievements
• Plan an office karaoke party, instead of a meeting
• Scrap the weekly team meeting and bring in a motivational speaker
• Invite local food trucks to cater lunch.
• Host Weekend Vibes on weekends (like the SPACE team does)

1. Remind your coworkers to unplug

Your life should not be dominated by work to the point where you live and breathe work. That’s why at the end of the week, it’s best to find fun ways for employees to unwind (like we do with Walkover Bytes/ Happiness email).

P.S. To keep yourself & your team fresh and motivated

Encourage frequent (but keep it small) breaks throughout the day, organise friendly competitions, celebrate small milestones, go out together, do whatever that you enjoy- just don’t forget to have fun (while you are still focused on your work). ;)