The Element of Play: How Playful Leadership Builds Stronger Teams, Reduces Burnout & Creates Lasting Success with Jodi Salmond

Play isn't a distraction from success—it's one of the most powerful tools for creating happier people, stronger teams, and more resilient leaders.

In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson sits down with Jodi Salmon, leadership expert, speaker, and author of The Element of Play, to explore why play is essential for workplace culture, personal wellbeing, and long-term success. Drawing from her journey from marine biologist to global play advocate, Jodi shares practical strategies that help leaders reduce burnout, improve team connection, and unlock greater creativity through intentional play.

Whether you're leading a business, managing a team, or simply looking to bring more joy into your daily life, this conversation offers practical tools you can implement immediately.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • Why just 10 minutes of daily play can reduce stress, improve belonging, and lower employee turnover. • How leaders can create psychologically safe workplaces where people feel connected, creative, and motivated. • Why play should be customized to different personalities instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach. • The PLAY Framework—Presence, Lightness, Authenticity, and Your Turn—and how it creates lasting personal and professional growth.

ABOUT THE GUEST: Jodi Salmon — Leadership expert, workplace culture specialist, speaker, author of The Element of Play, and founder helping organizations build happier, healthier, and more connected teams through play.

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