How Playful Games 10x Team Culture & Productivity (This changes everything!)

Welcome to The Small Business with Lori Brooks Show! Join us as we… *Hear The Journey ~ Find The Challenge ~ Create Solutions* What if the secret to fixing broken teams, boosting psychological safety, and driving real performance wasn’t another meeting… but a game? In this episode, Lori Brooks sits down with Alexandra (Alex) Suchman, CEO & Co-Founder of Barometer XP. Alex reveals how research-backed play removes hidden pressures, strengthens belonging, and makes teamwork feel effortless. Discover practical, fun strategies small business leaders can use immediately to transform company culture, without the cringe or forced fun. If you’re a small business owner, leader, or HR professional struggling with team dynamics, this episode is a must-watch. 👉 Like, subscribe, and share with a fellow leader who needs this! *Timestamps:* 00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:45 – Alex Suchman’s Journey 04:20 – Why Most Team Building Fails 08:10 – The Science of Play at Work 14:35 – Real Games You Can Use Tomorrow 22:50 – Removing Hidden Team Pressures 29:15 – Success Stories & Results 37:40 – Final Takeaways & Advice