Inspections

We have a new Quality Assurance Inspector. Really great guy that also happens to be a nerd. To welcome him as our inspector, we decide to spruce up our inspection forms. Mr Spock now greets him every time he performs an inspection.

Why would any rational human being want Mr Spock on their inspection forms? #1, Mr Spock is awesome, and #2 (probably more importantly) we want to create a company culture of fun and appreciation. Work doesn't always have to be serious and boring. The alternative would be to have the kind of environment that, unfortunately, many corporations have. An environment so devoid of joy that employees cry before coming to work and would rather do anything else than walk into work. Who wants that?!?!

Our solution: Lighten up. Inspections can be very demanding work and an inspector is under a lot of pressure. While we still expect high quality work from our inspector, we also know that added pressure could actually contribute to mistakes. Lightening the mood helps to ease pressure and provides incentive for him to perform at his best. 

What can you do to lighten the mood at your workplace?
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