In his book Homo Ludens, Johan Huizinga makes the case that play has a huge impact on culture.
In a post at Fast Company, Ryan Tate takes note of five lessons he says entrepreneurs can learn from the book:Embrace the Creative Process: "Since agility and innovation are the key advantages of startups compared to corporations, it's crucial to develop a startup culture that resembles a playground more than it resembles a school," writes Tate.
"A practical example of this can be seen in Google's famous '20% time' policy, which allows employees to spend 20% of their time working on projects that interest them....
By embracing the creative process through play, entrepreneurs can foster innovation and discover new opportunities for growth."
Competitive Spirit: " fostering a competitive spirit within your startup teams can lead to higher levels of motivation and performance," writes Tate.
Rituals and traditions: "These elements provide a sense of continuity and identity," writes Tate.
"In the entrepreneurial context, establishing rituals and traditions within the company can help build a strong organizational culture and a sense of belonging among employees....
By creating and maintaining meaningful rituals, entrepreneurs can foster a cohesive and motivated workforce."
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