The Gamification Revolution by Gabe Zichermann and Joselin Linder Summary
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Transform your business with "The Gamification Revolution," where Zichermann reveals how companies leverage game mechanics to boost engagement and crush competition. Did you know major corporations increased productivity 40% using these strategies? Discover why Silicon Valley executives consider this the secret weapon of customer loyalty.
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Why Everything You Thought About Work, Play, and Motivation Is About to Change
Think back to the last time someone told you to stop playing games and focus on something "important." That advice, repeated by parents and teachers for generations, is rapidly becoming obsolete. We're witnessing a fundamental shift in how businesses drive results, engage customers, and motivate employees-and it all revolves around what we once dismissed as mere child's play. Companies like Google, Nike, and Microsoft aren't just tolerating games anymore; they're building entire strategies around them. The reason? Games tap into something profound about human motivation that traditional business approaches have completely missed. When Napoleon needed to solve his army's food crisis, he didn't issue orders-he created a competition that sparked innovation across France and ultimately gave us canned food. That's the power we're talking about: turning challenges into games that people actually want to play. McDonald's Monopoly promotion isn't just a clever marketing gimmick-it's a masterclass in behavioral economics. Since 1987, this simple game has driven customers to visit more frequently and spend significantly more per visit. In 2011 alone, it generated a staggering 5.5% increase in same-store revenue, translating to roughly $350 million in just 60 days. The game works because it transforms mundane transactions into treasure hunts, tapping into our innate desire for exploration and discovery.
The Attention Economy and Corporate Transformation
Strategic Decision-Making and Innovation Through Play
Making Work Not Suck: Employee Performance and Engagement
Finding Talent, Building Skills, and Driving Innovation
Building Healthier, Happier Organizations Through Status and Belonging
Your Move: Embracing the Gamified Future
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