Joyworks! for Corporates
Transforming stressed workplaces into joyful, resilient, high-performing cultures
“Fantastic! The sessions quickly relaxed participants, and they soon lost their inhibitions.
It was wonderful to see everyone laughing together and having fun. I’ve never seen the staff so relaxed.”
– Jenny Bayliss, Wholesale and Independent Controller, Scotland, Coca-Cola Enterprises
You are constantly navigating burnout, engagement dips, restructures, the tensions of hybrid working and the emotional load of holding a workforce together.
You care deeply, but sometimes it feels like you’re doing it all alone.
You want something that actually makes a difference. You want an ‘outside the box’ experience, not just a box-ticking wellbeing activity.
You want your people to feel:
Empowered
Energised
Connected
Resilient
Human again
And you want to feel confident that what you choose is something really different, from a trusted celebrated provider. Something that will work for everybody –introverts, extroverts, sceptics, exhausted teams, high performers, new hires and long-servers.
You’re looking for something:
Evidence-backed
Engaging
Uplifting
Safe
Scalable
Creatively delivered
You’re looking for something that works for the whole organisation. That produces tangible results for your employees, the management team, the board and stakeholders.
You want something easy to justify to senior leadership.
That’s where we come in.
People-focused corporations we have created positive change for:
How Joyworks! helps corporate teams thrive
Multi-award winning Joyworks! helps corporate teams boost resilience and improve performance through proven wellbeing programmes. Our 360º Joyworks! Method blends neuroscience, laughter therapy, breathwork, self-compassion, Eastern philosophy and creative arts into one powerful, high-impact experience.
We help teams:
Reset stress quickly
Rebuild connection and morale
Shift mindset and improve emotional regulation
Break down barriers across departments and silos
Rediscover confidence, clarity and joy
The Joyworks! Effect
Hear from other people who have been Joyworks!-ed
“A massive thank you for the event yesterday. The team had an absolute blast,and we’ve received an incredible amount of positive feedback.”
Kate Tihhomirova, Vice President Funds Operations, Citi
Lynda Drummond,
Lloyds Banking Group
"The workshop was outstanding on all levels. The most general comment from participants was about the feeling of being uplifted by the workshop content. People are still raving about it."
Lesley Brady, Project Leader Ayrshire Recovery Network Conference, Ayr Racecourse
Why joy and laughter create positive change (the science)
Joy is a biological, psychological and organisational performance enhancer. You may already have a really happy team, but creating joy is a great way to accentuate that and bring everyone closer.
Scientific research shows that joy:
Boosts problem-solving and creativity
Strengthens the immune system
Lowers cortisol and stress
Improves concentration and memory
Activates the brain’s learning centres
Enhances teamwork and social connection
Reduces burnout and emotional fatigue
Leads to higher resilience and better decision-making
Scientific research shows that laughter:
Activates the brain’s reward circuitry (dopamine release)
Triggers endorphins that regulate mood and reduce pain
Suppresses cortisol and adrenaline responses
Increases cognitive flexibility and creative thinking
Improves executive function under pressure
Strengthens social bonds via oxytocin release
Enhances immune response and recovery
Improves emotional regulation and stress tolerance
In short, creating more joy – together – makes your people happier, healthier and more productive.
“Honestly, haven't laughed so much, I don't think in my whole life. I was a wee bit skeptical at the start, but once you just let go and get into it, it's absolutely unbelievable and quite emotional as well. It brings everybody together, people going through terrible circumstances, and they just look so happy. It was just brilliant. I loved it.”
– Susan Fiddes, Legal Team of the Year 2024, SSE
Our corporate offering includes:
Keynote Experiences: Energising, motivating, engaging and science-backed conferences, away days, leadership events, board development days and wellbeing initiatives, that uplift entire rooms and inspire positive change.
Facilitated Workshops: Interactive, joyful, restorative experiences tailored to your team’s needs (in-person or virtual), that have an immediate impact and rebuild resilience. When people see each other in a different light, they forge connections that would never be there otherwise.
Post-experience Digital Resource Packs: Downloadable tools, audio, videos and micro-practices your people can use anytime, to make joy sustainable and support ongoing wellbeing.
Outcomes for your organisation
Your people will:
Feel energised, connected and valued
Learn practical tools to manage pressure and stress
Communicate more openly and collaborate more effectively
Experience a genuine uplift in morale
Your organisation will see:
Increased engagement, motivation and productivity
Lower stress-related issues, absenteeism and staff turnover
Stronger relationships across teams
Improved culture and psychological safety
Happier, more resilient people doing their best work
Bring more joy, resilience and true connection into your workplace.
Your people deserve to feel energised, supported and inspired. And you deserve a wellbeing partner who truly understands what they’re facing.
Let’s create joy for positive change together:
The Joyworks! Effect
Hear from other people who have been Joyworks!-ed
“100% felt de-stressed, connected and energised at the end. Thoroughly enjoyable - thought-provoking but funny too - surprised how everyone got involved!”
Andrew Diamond, Senior Management, Turner Facilities Management
"This really was a 'hands-on' laughter experience, and the energy and insight Sharon brought to the session was fantastic. I was very impressed with the way that she brought all the participants into enjoying the session I think that the session lifted my mood for days afterwards. I'd like to do it all over again!"
Dr Robert McCaffrey, Director, PRo Publications International
"The feedback has been so good, a lot of love for you and Nigel haha! A lot of people are coming back saying they are gutted they couldn’t make it and will we do it again so I think we will be bringing you back Sharon!"
Sharon Mathieson, Mental Health & Wellbeing Manager, SSE