Dopamine Dealers: The Case for Professional Playfulness

The Elephant in the Org

We are back! Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of "The Elephant in the Org"!

Danny, Cacha, and Marion are thrilled to kick off a new season, bringing you fresh insights into workplace dynamics and organizational culture. While Marion is on assignment for this episode, Danny and Cacha are excited to welcome a very special guest: Acey Holmes, founder of BoredLess.

Acey is a playful work design consultant who's about to shake up everything you thought you knew about productivity and workplace enjoyment. With her vibrant energy and engaging style, Acey is transforming corporate cultures one playful interaction at a time.

As the mastermind behind BoredLess, Acey has made it her mission to revolutionize work environments by seamlessly weaving flexibility, purpose, psychological safety, and inclusion into the fabric of everyday work life. Her secret weapon? The power of play and flow.

Acey's unique blend of experience in education, speech-language pathology, and a deep understanding of neuroscience allows her to translate complex concepts into relatable, actionable strategies. As a TEDx and 4x DisruptHR speaker, she's inspired countless teams to unlock their creativity and foster collaboration in ways they never thought possible.

In this episode, Danny and Cacha dive deep with Acey into the world of playful work design. They explore how something as simple as an "emotional support pickle" on your desk can boost productivity, and why treating your workday like a strategy game might be the key to unlocking your potential.

Get ready for a conversation that will challenge your perceptions, tickle your funny bone, and maybe even inspire you to bring a little more play into your workday. It's time to get BoredLess and discover the elephant in the org – the untapped power of playfulness at work!

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Music Credits:
Opening and closing theme by The Toros.

Production Credits:
Produced by The Fearless PX, Edited by Marion Anderson.

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