The science behind ClosingRace
Discover why workplace challenges and friendly competition are based on proven psychological principles that can boost performance and engagement.
Psychological foundations
Research shows that playful elements in the workplace can boost engagement and motivation
Based on: Hamari et al., 2014 – Does Gamification Work?
Research shows that specific and challenging goals lead to better performance than vague goals
Based on: Locke & Latham, 2002 – Goal Setting Theory
People are more likely to reach goals when they make commitments to others – a fundamental principle of behavioral psychology
Based on: Cialdini, 2009 – Influence: Science and Practice
Healthy competition can boost performance in team environments when it is designed fairly
Based on: Murayama & Elliot, 2012 – Competition-Performance
Immediate feedback and recognition activate the reward system and increase motivation
Based on: Schultz, 2015 – Neuronal Reward Signals
The balance between challenge and skill can promote the flow state and increase productivity
Based on: Csikszentmihalyi, 1990 – Flow Theory
“When people are intrinsically motivated, they are 32% more productive, 87% less likely to quit, and report 23% higher satisfaction.”— Dr. Teresa Amabile, Harvard Business School
In-depth articles
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Apply these principles to your team
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