From Group Goals to Personal Achievement: The Effect of Gamification on Employee Well-being During Company Health Month Events on a Digital Platform

This research paper investigates the influence of gamification and digital tools on employee well-being during company health month events on the digital platform efectio.com, utilizing a mixed-methods approach involving quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. In contemporary literature, there has been an increased emphasis on the significance of employee well-being as a vital element influencing individual and organizational performance. Employee well-being pertains to a range of physical, psychological, and social dimensions, all of which combine to impact an individual’s overall health and satisfaction within the context of the work environment. The study gathers data through an online survey and examines participants’ engagement, motivation, and well-being during the Health Month event. The findings suggest that gamification and digital tools positively impact promoting healthy behavior, increasing engagement, and improving overall well-being among employees. Additionally, the study indicates that digital tools can enrich the employee experience during Health Month events, creating a shared sense of community among remote workers. The research provides valuable insights for organizations and policymakers on leveraging gamification and digital tools to promote employee well-being and advances the current literature on this topic. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on employee well-being by highlighting the positive effects of gamification and digital tools on promoting healthy behavior, increasing engagement, and improving overall well-being among employees. By using a mixed-methods approach and a digital platform, this study provides valuable insights for organizations and policymakers on leveraging technology to enhance employee well-being and productivity. Furthermore, it could be interesting to compare the effectiveness of digital tools with other methods of promoting employee well-being, such as health education or mindfulness programs.