Using Gamification in Employee Training

Healing doesn’t always come in the form of strictly regimented exercises or medical equipment. Sometimes, it arrives in a burst of laughter during an engaging activity or the simple delight of overcoming a challenge disguised as a game. Those moments of genuine joy remind us that physical progress is only one part of rehabilitation. Equally important is reigniting the spark that makes us feel fully alive. In many rehab units, therapy sessions are now taking inspiration from gamification - turning standard routines into playful, goal-oriented experiences. The idea is to keep residents motivated by tapping into their natural sense of curiosity and competition. Whether it’s interactive balance exercises, virtual reality simulations, or tabletop games with a therapeutic twist, this approach fosters mobility, mental well-being, and an overall brighter outlook on the recovery process. The key advantage? When people have fun, they’re more likely to stay committed. In a world where every little step toward healing matters, integrating a bit of playful energy can go a long way in helping individuals reclaim both their physical and emotional strength. Have you seen gamification in rehab or therapy settings? What kind of impact did it have? #innovation #technology #future #management #startups

Reframing work & play: strategies to make work feel more like play 💼⚽   We've all heard: "If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life."   But it is possible, even probable, that by chasing our passions as a career, we will quickly turn them into any other job.   The intrinsic motivation to pursue a given task is undermined by the reward system that inevitably enters the fold.   Play can quickly become work. So, how do we avoid this unfortunate end? Three strategies by Sahil Bloom:   ✅ Keep play as play: ignore the narrative that we need to monetize our hobbies and passions. It's OK to keep some hobbies and passions as hobbies and passions.   ✅ Let work be work: just as it's OK to keep play as play, allow ourselves to let work be work. We need not make work the center of meaning or self-worth.   ✅ Make work feel more playful: Dr. Lepper and his team developed a set of principles for making work feel more playful to adults and children alike:   ➡️ Curiosity: curiosity is a significant driver of play. When we pursue things because we have an innate curiosity for them, it never feels like work.   ➡️ Challenge: we love a challenge. Fostering challenges in work creates a "video game atmosphere" that will make it feel like play.   ➡️ Competence: the desire to learn and improve is natural. Create evidence of improvement and expand competence.   ➡️ Context: context changes place us in new environments. Separate ourselves from the ordinary context regularly.   ➡️ Control: when we feel in the driver's seat, we feel like a real player, not a cog in the wheel.   As Sahil, I am all in for making work feel more playful.   What are your strategies to make work more fun?   Illustration by me 😊 inspired by Moina Abdul.   Extract from an article by Sahil Bloom. Link to the complete sources in the first comment 👇   --------------------------------------- 📰 If you enjoyed this you might also like my newsletter "Journal of Discoveries" I check hundreds of sources on personal development, leadership, management, technology, and innovation each week. I share with you what excites me the most and piques my curiosity. Grow and learn with me 👇 https://lnkd.in/dA-vBx7h

In the not-so-distant past, my children were avid gamers, eagerly anticipating the release of the latest games and spending countless hours striving for the highest scores. It was all in good fun, a recreational escape into the digital realms. However, the landscape of gaming has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, marked by the ascent of play-to-earn (P2E) games, a phenomenon that has gained substantial traction, particularly in places like the Philippines, Vietnam and elsewhere. In regions where conventional employment pays meager wages, P2E games appear as a promising avenue for securing a viable livelihood. Many players find themselves earning more through these virtual adventures than they would in traditional low-wage occupations. Yet, beneath the allure of swift and seemingly effortless income lies a web of potential risks that could plunge gamers into financial turmoil. A primary concern revolves around the volatile nature of cryptocurrency, frequently employed in P2E games. The value of these digital assets can undergo abrupt fluctuations, swayed by the capricious winds of market trends. A plummet in value could swiftly erase a player's hard-earned income, a stark reminder of the uncertainties lurking within the digital economy. Compounding this financial fragility is the substantial entry cost associated with P2E games. Players often find themselves shelling out money for in-game items or characters to partake in these virtual economies. The initial investment, coupled with ongoing expenses, may ensnare individuals in a precarious financial predicament, especially those lacking adequate savings or financial acumen. In the pursuit of potential profits, some players may even resort to accumulating debt, further exacerbating their vulnerability. The ever-evolving nature of the gaming industry introduces an additional layer of risk. Trends in the gaming world shift rapidly, and a once-popular game may lose its luster. Players heavily invested in a particular game could find themselves grappling with less valuable assets, unable to recoup the money they initially poured in. While the prospect of merging gaming with income through play-to-earn games is undeniably intriguing, caution emerges as a paramount consideration. Collaborative efforts among governments, gaming platforms, and other stakeholders are crucial in establishing regulations and safeguards to protect gamers. Equally important is the imperative to educate players about financial literacy and responsible gaming practices. In the absence of these precautions, the enticing promise of swift earnings in P2E games may unwittingly lead gamers into a vortex of financial troubles, entailing debt and instability. Furthermore, the susceptibility of vulnerable individuals to financial desperation raises concerns about potential exploitation, including the alarming risk of being ensnared in human trafficking networks. #humantrafficking #modernslavery

Curious about how gamification can revolutionise education? As a passionate advocate for innovative teaching strategies, I've seen firsthand how gamification can transform the learning experience. By integrating game elements into education, we can significantly boost student engagement and achievement. These points mentioned below highlights why gamification matters👇 Elevated Engagement: Platforms like Kahoot! are revolutionising the classroom by turning traditional quizzes into dynamic, interactive experiences. It's no surprise that these tools have driven student engagement rates to exceed 80%. Enhanced Retention: Incorporating game mechanics into the learning process has proven to significantly improve information retention—by up to 60%. Tools such as Quizlet Live are leading the way, transforming study sessions into interactive and highly effective learning experiences. Tailored Learning Experiences: Gamification platforms like Classcraft offer personalised challenges, creating a unique and impactful learning journey for each student. This level of customisation ensures that every learner is engaged and progressing at their own pace. Data-Driven Insights: The numbers speak for themselves. In 2022, the global gamification market in education was valued at $1.7 billion, with an anticipated growth rate of 27.4% CAGR from 2022 to 2027. This isn't just a trend—it's a significant shift in how we approach education. Share your insights in the comments!

When we hear “play” at work, we think of Fun Fridays, team lunches, or a table tennis table, and those moments matter. But there’s another kind of play we talk about far less. It’s what happens when teams are free to experiment, think beyond the obvious, and adapt on the fly. That kind of play matters most when roadmaps shift, priorities change, and ambiguity is part of the job. 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. They help teams practice tough decisions and unexpected shifts without the real-world risk. It’s a safe way to build confidence under pressure. 𝐎𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. Things like mandatory trainings or help desk ticket resolution. When you turn them into team challenges—with leaderboards, clear goals, and public shout-outs in the all-hands meeting—or role-playing exercises, these low-engagement tasks become visible wins. 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭. Imagine creating a system where every employee can submit ideas anytime, not just during annual innovation drives. But here’s the twist: ideas don’t just sit in a database. They get visibility through peer voting, expert review, and transparent feedback. And the best part? Top teams/ideas earn rewards: time to lead pilot projects, budget for testing, or public shoutouts from leadership. 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. When learning is playful, people retain more, participate more, and most importantly, care more. If we want teams to take initiative, grow into owners, and lead from the front, we have to give them room to play. 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭: 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲. #Leadership #Innovation #FutureOfWork #PlayatWork

Workplace Gamification: Enhancing Employee Engagement and Motivation What if work felt more like a game than a chore? Imagine tracking your achievements, earning rewards, and levelling up, not in a video game, but in your everyday work tasks. Gamification does just that—it transforms routine responsibilities into exciting challenges, making work more engaging and rewarding. Employee disengagement is a persistent issue, with nearly three-fourths of employees reporting feeling disconnected from their work in recent years. Gamification addresses this by injecting fun and a sense of accomplishment into the workplace. By incorporating elements like points, badges, and leaderboards, it taps into the psychological drivers that make games irresistible: the joy of progress, the thrill of competition, and the satisfaction of mastery. The results speak for themselves. Microsoft’s call centers implemented a gamified system where agents earned badges and points for performance milestones. This simple shift resulted in a 12% drop in absenteeism and a 10% increase in productivity, showing how recognition and real-time feedback can energize teams. At Deloitte’s Leadership Academy, gamification turned training into an adventure. Participants completed missions, unlocked badges, and climbed leaderboards, which led to a 47% boost in engagement as users returned week after week to improve their skills. Similarly, IBM saw course completions skyrocket by 226% when they introduced digital badges as a reward for learning achievements. Gamification isn’t just about personal achievement—it promotes teamwork too. Cisco’s social media training program allowed employees to earn badges and levels while mastering new skills. This collaborative, game-like approach not only helped employees upskill but also aligned them with the company’s broader objectives in a fun and engaging way. Even inclusivity gets a boost from gamification. Traditional reward systems often focus on top performers, but gamified strategies create opportunities for everyone to feel recognized. For example, Southwest Airlines’ “Kick Tails” program enabled employees to reward their peers for outstanding contributions, building a culture of appreciation that motivates everyone. However, gamification isn’t without challenges. Poor design can spark unhealthy competition, discourage lower performers, or reduce enthusiasm with overly complex elements. Success lies in tailoring gamification to organizational goals while maintaining fairness and balance. By aligning work with the psychological need for autonomy, progress, and connection, gamification turns ordinary tasks into meaningful experiences. Employees don’t just work—they engage, learn, and thrive. In a world where work often feels routine, could gamification be the key to unlocking your team's potential? #nyraleadershipconsulting

𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬? Last week, during an Executive Presence retreat, I asked senior business leaders a simple question: 𝐻𝑜𝑤 𝑑𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑏𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑦𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑛𝑒𝑠𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑔𝑦 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑜 ℎ𝑖𝑔ℎ-𝑠𝑡𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑠 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑒𝑟𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑝 𝑟𝑜𝑙𝑒𝑠? Their responses were both insightful and practical. Here are the top five creative strategies they shared: 𝟏. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤 One leader shared how he kicks off meetings with a fun question or a quick anecdote. It sets a positive tone and encourages open conversations. “When the room starts with joy,” he said, “we operate with more ease and confidence.” 𝟐. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 Another leader, managing a high-pressure team, introduced short ‘breather breaks’—just five minutes to step away from screens. “Without these pauses, stress builds up and erodes composure. Now, my team comes back sharper and more engaged.” 𝟑. 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦 One CXO spoke about turning brainstorming into a game. “Instead of asking for solutions in a rigid format, I invite ridiculous ideas first. It removes fear, and surprisingly, the best solutions emerge from the most outrageous suggestions.” 𝟒. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞—𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 A senior leader reflected on how his internal mindset affects the team. “If they see me rushing from call to call, constantly stressed, they’ll mirror it. So I started blocking time for deep work and personal rejuvenation—and my team followed.” 𝟓. 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 One business head shared how she acknowledges team members who bring presence and energy to the workplace. “A simple ‘Well done’ or a quick note of appreciation creates a culture of joy and motivation.” The biggest takeaway? Playfulness isn’t just about fun—it’s a leadership tool that enhances clarity, composure, and decision-making. When leaders embrace it, teams thrive. Which of these ideas resonates with you? Share your thoughts! #ExecutivePresence #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #DecisionMaking #MindfulLeadership #LeadershipGrowth #PeakPerformance #StrategicThinking #CXOInsights #BusinessSuccess

Compete With Potential, Not People I’ve heard it everywhere—locker rooms, meeting rooms, mastermind groups: “Keep an eye on the competition.” But it took years of coaching leaders, athletes, and myself to realize ➤ Your only actual competition is your own potential. Why does this truth matter so much to growth and development? Because the brain is wired for comparison, but those external benchmarks are shifting, incomplete, and rarely relevant to who you can become. Obsessing over someone else’s finish line distracts you from what’s possible for you. When you shift the lens inward, something changes. Neuroscience tells us that progress, not comparison, is what releases the dopamine that fuels real motivation. When you’re pulled by your own potential, accountability sticks and setbacks become feedback, not failure. Here’s why this mindset changes everything—for my clients and for myself: → I find more joy in the process, not just outcomes. → Challenges stop feeling like threats and start feeling like invitations. → Feedback feels less personal, more directional—a roadmap, not a verdict. → The idea of “not enough” gets replaced by “what’s next for me?” Ready to compete against your potential instead of your peers? Here’s how to begin: 🔹STEP #1: Define your “next level.” Write down one capability you know you haven’t maxed out yet. 🔹STEP #2: Set progress markers that actually excite you—not just what looks good on paper. 🔹STEP #3: Reflect weekly: Did I close the gap against my own best, or just chase someone else’s standard? 🔹STEP #4: Celebrate inner milestones as fiercely as you would a public win. Your brain thrives when the measuring stick is your own growth curve. Start using it. Dreams get loudest when we quiet the need to look sideways. Coaching can help; let's chat. Enjoy this? ♻️ Repost it to your network and follow Joshua Miller for more tips on coaching, leadership, career + mindset. #executivecoaching #mindset #careeradvice #leadership

Interactive content has evolved from a novelty to a fundamental strategy for publishers aiming to enhance audience engagement in 2025. As readers increasingly seek immersive experiences, publishers are incorporating gamification elements, such as quizzes, polls, and interactive narratives, to transform passive consumption into active participation. This approach not only captivates audiences but also fosters a deeper connection with the content. Polls, for instance, are a powerhouse tool. Embedded directly into articles, they turn passive readers into active contributors, boosting time spent on-page and uncovering preferences traditional analytics miss. These insights enable publishers to refine their content strategies while fostering a sense of community, a win-win for trust and relevance. Publishers like The New York Times have pioneered this approach for over a decade. Their iconic "How Y’all, Youse, and You Guys Talk" dialect quiz, launched 10 years ago, became the most-read article in the outlet’s history at the time and remains a blueprint for hyperlocal publishers. By leveraging regional dialects, it transformed linguistic curiosity into a nationwide conversation while fostering micro-community connections—proof that localised interactive tools drive sustained engagement. Hyperlocal publishers are now building on this legacy. For example, TribLive’s 2023 “Can You Pass This Pittsburgh Slang Quiz?” became a viral sensation in Western Pennsylvania, testing readers’ knowledge of phrases like “yinz” and “jaggerbush.” This playful interactive piece not only celebrated regional identity but also drove record traffic and social shares, showcasing how dialect-driven content strengthens community ties. Also, incorporating game-like elements taps into readers' intrinsic motivations, such as the desire for achievement and competition. This strategy enhances user satisfaction and encourages repeat visits, thereby increasing engagement and loyalty. Here are the key takeaways for publishers: 1.    Implement Interactive Elements: Integrate features like quizzes and polls to create engaging content formats. 2.    Understand Audience Preferences: Tailor interactive components to align with your readers' interests and behaviors. 3.    Measure and Optimise: Regularly evaluate the performance of interactive content to refine strategies and maximise engagement. Interactive content is shaping the future of digital publishing. By embracing gamification and incorporating tools like polls into editorial strategies, publishers can craft compelling experiences that not only attract but also retain readers. What interactive formats have you found most effective? Share your experiences and examples in the comments below! #DigitalPublishing #InteractiveContent #Gamification #AudienceEngagement #PublishingInnovation

🏃♂️ 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐮 📊 Working as a sport scientist in football, tracking athlete performance is crucial. Being able to benchmark your daily or weekly training loads against benchmarks (game load) and/or comparing your 'actual loads' to 'targeted loads' is a really helpful way of giving context to your data when you speak to the team's coaches and medical team. I found this a really good way of gaining greater insights from your data- compare it to something else! Check out this Training Session Target Report we designed in Tableau through our online Tableau Level 1 course: 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭: 1️⃣ 𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Monitor if athletes hit their distance targets. 2️⃣ 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Track high-intensity efforts. 3️⃣ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞: Evaluate training intensity. 4️⃣ 𝐇𝐒𝐑 𝐀𝐛𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐞: Identify high-speed running performance. This report helps tailor training sessions to boost performance and reduce injury risks. Learn how to build this in our 'Tableau for Sport Scientists - Level 1' course at Sport Horizon. #tableau #datavisualisation #sportsanalytics #sporthorizon #training #performanceanalysis