Time flies when you’re having fun: Are employees who have fun in the workplace more engaged?

Abstract

PurposeThis paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.Design/methodology/approachThis briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.FindingsThis paper explores the link between participative leadership, job satisfaction and work engagement and asks whether fun in the workplace strengthens the effect of participative leadership of job satisfaction and workplace engagement. This study finds a significant link between participative leadership and higher levels of workplace engagement and job satisfaction. The study also finds that these links are enhanced when employees feel they are having fun in the workplace.Originality/valueThe briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.