The Power of Play at Work: How Playful Leadership Reduces Burnout & Builds Stronger Teams with Jodi Salmond

Play isn't a distraction from work—it may be one of the most powerful tools for building happier teams, reducing burnout, and unlocking creativity.

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson interviews workplace play expert, speaker, and author Jodi Salmond to explore how leaders can transform company culture through the power of play. Jodi shares practical strategies for reducing workplace stress, improving employee engagement, fostering psychological safety, and creating high-performing teams where innovation thrives. Whether you're a CEO, manager, HR leader, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers actionable ways to make work more enjoyable—and more productive.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • Why just 10 minutes of intentional play each day can reduce stress, improve teamwork, and boost workplace morale. • How the "Sheep in the Pen" activity reveals hidden leadership, strengthens communication, and builds trust within teams. • Why CEO support and leadership buy-in are essential for creating psychologically safe, playful workplace cultures. • How burnout is costing businesses trillions globally—and why play is one of the most effective preventative strategies. • Why companies with playful cultures experience higher employee engagement, stronger retention, and better employer branding. • How Jodi's PLAY framework helps individuals and organizations reconnect with creativity, authenticity, and joy.

ABOUT THE GUEST: Jodi Salmond is a workplace play expert, leadership facilitator, speaker, and founder of The Element of Play. She helps organizations reduce burnout, strengthen team culture, and improve employee wellbeing through practical, science-backed play strategies. Jodi works with leaders worldwide to create psychologically safe workplaces where people thrive, innovate, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

GUEST LINKS: Website: https://elementofplay.com

ABOUT MITCH CARSON: Mitch Carson — branding strategist, speaker, author, and host of Amazing Authorities, helping experts build influence, authority, and income through powerful media presence.

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