Humour at Work

Ever thought about who are the colleagues you like to chill the most with at your workplace? Aren't these people who make things easy, have a funny bone, relieve stress by cracking a joke or two & have a positive outlook on life and work? Working with them just feels like a breath of fresh air and there is always ample room for joy! Stressful deadlines, annoying clients, never ending meetings, cramped schedules & the list goes on. The demands of corporate life today are challenging & intense, leaving less room for enjoyment & laughter- but here is the catch: it is about taking your work seriously, not yourself!

Having a chill environment at work, where there is ample room for laughter & joy, leads to overall employee wellness. On the level of the body, humour leads to better blood flow, lowered stress levels, burning calories & an overall positive attitude. It also leads to better productivity, more attendance, increased level of focus & more possibility for better imagination & creative thinking! Relaxed employees are also happy, engaged & satisfied. So how can companies ensure that while the productivity levels are top notch, there is also room for Laughter At Work?

How to Bring Laughter to Work

1. Start your day with a fun ice breaker: this could be a physical activity like playing a sport, the focus must be on increasing energy levels & play. Or doing a check-in where employees can talk of how they feel today, maybe share some jokes or funny anecdotes with the group.
2. Outsource Workshops and Programs: Wellness Associates runs many programs for corporate wellness & employee wellness, several of which focus on happiness & laughter, like Comedy Connect, Laughter Yoga, etc. Hire a professional on board and make things interesting & fun for your employees!
3. Setup a Humour Library: How about having a designated space in the office where there are books full of jokes & funny literature? Employees can take short breaks, relax & have a good time in this space.
4. Host informal events in the office like Laughter Days, Jokeathon, In-house Stand Ups & encourage employees to share their funny bone. Identify the funny & talented ones from the lot, & give them the space to share their talent with the group. This would lead to rapport formation & employees would connect better with each other.

Why a Happy Workplace Works Better

A happy workplace is the best workplace. Having an environment where play is given its due leads to better work! Corporates must try & ensure that their employees are having a good time at work - they must encourage work, which feels valuable & meaningful. Taking care of your employees happiness & joy, should be important for corporations. So the next time you're wondering how to get over a boring lull? Get your employees on their feet? Recharge the group & pump more energy, excitement, enthusiasm? Just reach out to us & we will help you find the best Wellness Program for your company.