a new research revealed by Currys 44% of gamers believe their hobby will lead to a better joband Over half of all gamers in the UK (57%) To tellare doing Incorporating gaming skills, Incorporate leadership, communication, problem solving, and more into your work day.ofheight It was the same skill listed in top 10 Most in-demand skills for the employer With the latest Linkedin job posting analysis
LinkedIn 2024 Analysis of job information, messages from recruiters, and skills possessed Soft skills will be most important to UK employers in 2024, according to recent recruiters. include Most of the top 10 in-demand skills fall into this category.
The skills that were high on the list were communication, customer service, management, leadership, and teamwork.. 57% of UK gamers said: developed some of these skills through play video games, and regularly apply they to their work.
But it is it's not It's just an excuse to play more games, according to Dr Daniel Wheatley, Reader in Business and Labor Economics, School of Management, University of Birmingham.he Said that skill obtained through leisure activities can actually Get used to it utilized in a professional environment.
“We gain skills and experience every day from leisure activities. 'Every day is school.' Day,'” Said Dr. Wheatley. “Gaming is one of those hobbies that requires several skills, including problem solving, resource and time management, communication, and hand-eye coordination. this is, recognizesEdited Employers may also engage in the “gamification” of training and work tasks that exists in some industries. organsion”
game cause positive emotions and promote work Productivity
that it's not just soft skill Refined while playing games and positively impacting performance at work. play video games Research has shown that it causes positive emotions. almost half of Respondent (46%) said 43% say playing games makes them feel happy, 36% say it helps them relax said They feel excited.
as a result positive impact on mood, 60% of gamers surveyed said that taking annual leave to play games makes them more productive at work.
Dr. Wheatley explain that there is be There is a strong connection between breaks and breaks. immerse yourself in a hobby And productivity: “All work and no play is unlikely to produce the most positive outcomes for employees and employers. Everyone. need A break from work that reflects the need for recovery time to avoid negative consequences such as burnout, work-related stress, and associated loss of productivity..
“Engaging in hobbies often allows employees to achieve a desired level of mental and physical separation from the demands of work, which allows employees to recover more effectively and increase productivity during the work day. There is likely to be. ”
In this study 39% of gamers said they took a vacation just play video games.
