The Power of Gamification and Employee Engagement

The phenomenon of gamification is a buzzword in the HR realm. It is one of those things that has paid off a number of times. And to see the engagement levels just spike, right, whether it's with a group of friends, your family, or employees in the workplace is a wonderful thing.

This blog explores how gamification can boost employee engagement. 

Gamification and Employee Engagement

Now, you know, employee disengagement—that's the sort of word we wish was taboo. But the truth is that employee disengagement can hinder productivity and exacerbate issues in your workplace. From absenteeism to impeding your organization's ability to thrive in a dynamic competitive market, employee disengagement is just not it.

And that's why proactive, forward-thinking companies have begun exploring new approaches to expand their level of employee engagement. And the one strategy that has gained significant traction is that of gamification. Well, Monica Mueller, writing in Forbes Magazine, noted that, and I quote, one company implemented fun fitness driven programs and competitions not only to improve employee health, but also to decrease its health care costs.

Conclusion

Employees enthusiastically competed in challenges and contests such as counting steps. Quality prizes and meaningful rewards heated up the competition and drove participation. Equally popular were options for an extra day of PTO or lunch with the CEO. Now your gamification strategy must be aligned with the company's objectives, values, and culture. If gamification strategies are aligned to solve the pain points that have been identified in the various teams or projects, your organization can articulate how gamification can directly benefit your business.