An introduction to Fairness and respect

Respect, dignity, justice and fairness: it’s no wonder that politicians refer to such terms so often, as they are fundamental to our sense of wellbeing.

An introduction to Pride

A sense of pride often flows from knowing the organization we work for does something beneficial or particularly well.

What is happiness at work?

Happy teams are the core of happiness at work.

An introduction to Creativity

Using our intelligence and skills to solve problems, or create new ways of doing things, is deeply satisfying.

An introduction to Team relationships

The core of the work experience is the team. It’s within teams that people spend most of their working day; it’s their colleagues that define their day-to-day experience at work. 

An introduction to Strengths

When we are ‘playing to our strengths’ we are energised and motivated. The experience of being totally absorbed in a work task comes when we are using our skills with just the right amount of stretch.

More from the science on Team Relationships

We've done the work so you don't have to. Read summaries from the latest research on the science of team dynamics

How happiness at work is defined

Happiness at work is about thriving as individuals and doing well together. It is about how people experience their job.

An introduction to Feedback

Giving and receiving feedback that is constructive is not always easy, but when it is supportive and useful it helps everyone work happier together.

An introduction to Worthwhile work

Having a strong sense that our work matters to colleagues, the organization and society makes us feel good. A sense of purpose motivates us to do great work.

Why is happiness at work important?

Find out why we want to measure happiness more than anything else.

An introduction to Accomplishment

We all want to feel that we’re achieving things at work in exchange for the effort we put in.

How Friday Pulse measures employee experience

Friday Pulse is designed to improve workplace happiness by gathering and sharing insights on how teams experience their work. Pulse measures help organizations to capture team dynamics in a timely way, while deeper dives reveal strengths and areas to improve.

Why we focus on happiness at work weekly

We shouldn’t just focus on happiness sporadically. We should focus on it every day, and measure happiness weekly.

How is happiness different from engagement?

Four reasons happiness is more engaging than engagement.

An introduction to Appreciation

When a colleague says ‘well done’ or ‘thanks’ we get a little lift – we feel better about ourselves because we know others care about what we’re doing.

An introduction to Free to be yourself

We all have a desire to be authentic and many of us find authenticity through our work. Freedom to be ourselves is a driver of happiness and motivation.

An introduction to Team co-operation

Co-operation between teams can affect levels of frustration, stress and sense of progress. Things go more smoothly when teams work well together, but frustrations quickly build when they don’t.

More from the science on Team co-operation

We’ve scoured the research to bring you the latest on the science of the linkages between teams.

An introduction to Work-life balance

Acknowledging that work is a part of life helps us get the most out of both. If we get the balance wrong in favor of work, stress and burn-out commonly follow.

An introduction to Learning

When we have opportunities to learn new things and develop our skills, it naturally follows that we gain in confidence, motivation and a sense of personal growth.

An introduction to Influence decisions

Having a sense of control over when and how we do our jobs helps us to align with organizational goals while retaining our own sense of agency, individuality and responsibility.

An introduction to Friendships at work

It’s good for our spirits to have people around us who we care about and who care for us. Friendships help us deal with stress and they bring meaning to the work we do.

The Five Ways to Happy Workplaces

Discover the five key ingredients needed to protect and promote happiness in your organization.

The key drivers of happiness

Our Culture Profile topics help you assess what's driving happiness in your organization.

Employee Happiness: the route to improving the UK's productivity slump

There's a lot of discussion about improving employee engagement to increase productivity, but is there the science behind this claim?

What an Oxford Research Study Teaches us about Happiness in the Workplace

Money can’t buy you happiness, but this study shows that happiness will make you money.

Happiness vs Job Satisfaction

After 25 years of experimentation in different policy arenas, workplaces and across many languages and cultures, I settled on happiness as the ultimate measure of human flourishing.

It’s time to take happiness at work seriously

Evidence shows that happiness at work drives employee engagement and future business success, but leaders are still wary of promoting happiness.

Pool tables and productivity: what fun at work really means

The pool table in the office is not really having fun at work. It is more of a distraction from work.

The power of positive emotions

Emotions are signals for action. They are like the body’s instant messaging service.

The wise rest at least as hard as they work

In 2019 the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that “burnout” is going to be included in their International Classification of Diseases.

One size doesn’t fit all in a company of microcultures

As we start to see the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel there are huge questions about how we will work in the future. One is if working from home the "new normal", or does it undermined work culture and productivity?

The science of human connection

Team building has never been easy. The geographies we traverse to work together is making the task more difficult.

Why workplace culture needs systems thinking

Once the technical aspects of a new people measure are in place, start thinking about the integration process of new data & insights into day-to-day working life.

Is Silence Golden? How Employee Voice is Worth Far More

Employee voice — the opportunity for employees to raise concerns — has long been championed as a fundamental right for workers.

The Cost of Low Morale

What is impact of team morale, employee happiness and wellbeing on a company’s bottom line?

The fundamental flaws of eNPS & why Happiness is the answer

Read more about how eNPS falls short in representing employee wellbeing - and why Happiness is a more insightful solution.

The power of the coffee-break

Formal mechanisms to look after wellbeing at work often overlook the happiness to be found in the informal routines of employees

The Science of Happiness: Connecting – why relationships at work matter

With Connect being the most important component of The Five Ways, creators Nic Marks and Dr. Jody Aked show us how teams can create real friendships in the workplace.

Why Teams are the Engines of Positive Change

Learn more about why one of our fundamental beliefs is that teams are the instruments of change in an organization.

OK is not OK: Improving your work experience and happiness

It’s OK to just be OK, sometimes. But feeling just OK can signal that something is off, even if it's not glaringly obvious.

How the Size of an Organization Can Make Employees Unhappy

If your organization is recovering from a setback, take time to envision what it will look like. Our challenge to you is not to just simply rebuild, but to make your organization structure something better than it was before.

Why times of crisis are an opportunity for positive change

Right now, business leaders are feeling the burden of decision making. With uncertainty high, it’s difficult to know how best to lead a company into the future. Yet, when things are on the edge of chaos, opportunities exist.

How Focusing on Employee Wellbeing Can Reap a 5x ROI

A 5x return on investment in year one – it’s as elusive as a unicorn and equally improbable. Yet it’s entirely possible.

Why workplace happiness is good for everyone

The truth is, if we were all to take our happiness at work more seriously, regardless of home or office environment, the world would be a better place.

Even in a Crisis, Positivity Leads to Creativity

Innovation can’t come from nowhere — it must be fostered in positive environments. And, if you innovate the way you take care of your people, innovation and creativity will follow.

Racism and Psychological Safety in the Workplace

There is no place for racism, prejudice or hatred in the world — let alone the business world.