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

<p>Play isn&#39;t a distraction from work—it may be one of the most powerful tools for building happier teams, reducing burnout, and unlocking creativity.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Amazing Authorities, Mitch Carson interviews workplace play expert, speaker, and author <strong>Jodi Salmond</strong> 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&#39;re a CEO, manager, HR leader, or entrepreneur, this conversation offers actionable ways to make work more enjoyable—and more productive.</p><p><br></p><p>WHAT YOU&#39;LL LEARN:</p><p>• Why just 10 minutes of intentional play each day can reduce stress, improve teamwork, and boost workplace morale.</p><p>• How the &quot;Sheep in the Pen&quot; activity reveals hidden leadership, strengthens communication, and builds trust within teams.</p><p>• Why CEO support and leadership buy-in are essential for creating psychologically safe, playful workplace cultures.</p><p>• How burnout is costing businesses trillions globally—and why play is one of the most effective preventative strategies.</p><p>• Why companies with playful cultures experience higher employee engagement, stronger retention, and better employer branding.</p><p>• How Jodi&#39;s PLAY framework helps individuals and organizations reconnect with creativity, authenticity, and joy.</p><p><br></p><p>ABOUT THE GUEST:</p><p>Jodi Salmond is a workplace play expert, leadership facilitator, speaker, and founder of <strong>The Element of Play</strong>. 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.</p><p><br></p><p>GUEST LINKS:</p><p>Website:<br><a href="https://elementofplay.com">https://elementofplay.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>ABOUT MITCH CARSON:</p><p>Mitch Carson — branding strategist, speaker, author, and host of Amazing Authorities, helping experts build influence, authority, and income through powerful media presence.</p><p><br></p><p>Mitch&#39;s Appointment Link:<br>👉 <a href="https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com">https://www.getinterviewedguaranteed.com</a></p><p>🔎 Download Publisher Rocket—one of the best tools to optimize your Amazon Ads and reach more readers<br>👉 <a href="https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket/">https://mitchauthor--rocket.thrivecart.com/publisher-rocket/</a></p><p>📘 My Book (The Silent Salesmen) – Bestseller in German and English<br>👉 <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+silent+salesmen">https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+silent+salesmen</a></p><p>📘 The Amazing Authors Of Singapore: 23 Visionaries One Mission: To Empower You<br>👉 <a href="https://a.co/d/12EYX2u">https://a.co/d/12EYX2u</a></p><p>🔴 Don&#39;t forget to subscribe and click the bell button:<br>👉 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial">https://www.youtube.com/@MitchCarsonOfficial</a></p><p>Social Media - Follow us on:</p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchcarsoninstantcelebrity</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/">https://www.instagram.com/mitchcarsonofficial/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/">https://www.facebook.com/MitchCarsonOfficial/</a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/MCarsonOfficial">https://x.com/MCarsonOfficial</a></p><p><a href="https://www.mitchcarson.com/">https://www.mitchcarson.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tubebuddy.com/RankYourVideos">https://www.tubebuddy.com/RankYourVideos</a></p><p>🔎 Visit our website:</p><p><a href="https://www.mitchcarson.com/">https://www.mitchcars