Een speels antwoord op de crisis

Abstract

For many people, the experience of daily work has changed a lot during the COVID-19 crisis. Suddenly, people found themselves sitting at home and interacting mainly online. The fun has been taken out of our jobs, partly because there’s much less direct contact with colleagues and clients. Understandably, many people also worry more and this has a clear impact on their work. What can organisations do to make sure their employees preserve their energy, enthusiasm and focus? The answer to that question can be found in stimulating positive and proactive work behaviour. In this article, the authors explain how the innovative approach of Playful Work Design helps employees stay energetic and enthusiastic, even if the work they are doing is temporarily less appealing.