How Play Can Transform Teams and Break Down Barriers: Insights from the BizSouls Podcast
In a recent BizSouls podcast episode , I was asked a compelling question: How could opposing political parties, like the RNC and DNC, or...
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Oct 4
How to Do Team-Building Right
I recently came across this Slate article by Alison Green (rightfully) criticizing many of the activities companies select in the name...
Aug 16
Why Game Facilitators are Important for Responsible Play
If you’ve been following our journey at Barometer XP, you’ve probably seen us promoting our Play Facilitator Certification program. Play...
Jun 26
Why Feeling Like You Belong at Work Matters: A Look at Identity and Belonging
In today’s dynamic work world, feeling like you belong is a game-changer for both employee happiness and company success. This idea kicks...
May 21
It’s OK to Play In Leadership Positions!
As a consultant, facilitator, and speaker who uses Play as her "secret weapon," I'm always amazed at how many people still dismiss its...
Apr 13
Why make more room for joy at work?
What pops into your mind when you think about work? I’m guessing it’s words like project, boss, meetings, or deadlines. Or maybe a mental...
Mar 14
Communication Skills: The Heartbeat of the Future Workplace
Picture this: You're navigating the digital landscape, armed with your technical prowess and data wizardry, when suddenly, a seismic...
Mar 1
Let’s be honest about all the things AI CAN’T do
You know how every time you crack open a newspaper or scroll through your news app, you're bombarded with headlines screaming about AI...
Jan 31
Fun is a Journey, Not a Destination
Well, it’s official. 2024 is fully underway. And I don’t know about you, but for me, there was no gentle easing into the new year. I went...
Nov 21, 2023
4 Key Lessons I Learned From 2 Days of Play
It’s a proven fact that good company culture increases not just employee engagement, but productivity and sales as well. More and more...
Jun 13, 2023
Is Your Professional Development Content Just Checking A Box?
How much of your organization’s most precious resources (time and money) go into professional development? Good organizations understand...
May 31, 2023
Why Experiential Learning Is A Perfect Match for Games
Do you remember having to sit in a classroom, bored out of your mind while a teacher lectured? Or think of the last time you had a work...
May 4, 2023
Why You Can’t Solve Your Culture Crisis With AI
Have you heard the buzz about AI? It’s everywhere. AI, or artificial intelligence bots like ChatGPT, Bard AI, Bing AI, Jasper AI, and a...
Apr 12, 2023
Cultivate Shared Purpose For Olympic-Level Team Performance
Have you ever seen an Olympic rowing team in action? Every team member works together, their actions are smooth, focused, and shooting...
Mar 23, 2023
How You Can Use Games To Dramatically Improve Employee Engagement
We’re a quarter of the way into 2023! So it’s time to take a look at how your company is doing with one of the biggest challenges...
Feb 16, 2023
Are You Using Onboarding To Retain Your Top Talent?
Are you worried about keeping your top talent? Today’s talent landscape is competitive…but you already knew that. In fact, if you’re like...
Feb 2, 2023
The Secret to Turning Toxic Culture into Thriving Culture
Bad culture is like vulgarity: “you know it when you see it.” Unfortunately in today’s workplace, it’s much more common for the saying to...
Jan 27, 2023
The One Key To Getting Your Employee Development To Stick
How much do you usually spend on employee development and education? It’s a lot, right? Think about that number. Really feel into it. You...
Jan 4, 2023
To Be a Great Leader, Make It About The Journey, Not The Destination
Happy New Year! With 2023 now underway, it’s time for individuals and businesses alike to make resolutions, set goals, and reflect on the...
Dec 12, 2022
How Do You Increase Productivity? The Answer May Surprise You
Are your employees being productive? If your answer is “ehhh,” you’re not alone. According to the Washington Post article “U.S. workers...
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