Increasing Happiness at Work course
In this course you learn how to increase workplace happiness, motivation and resilience in your team and organisation. You work with practical tools from positive psychology.
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Free cancellation up to four weeks before the start, so feel free to book now.
In brief. Increasing Workplace Happiness is a 2-day classroom course. You take it in Amsterdam and The Hague or online, in a group of no more than 8 participants. The price is EUR 1250,- excl. VAT per participant, including course material, lunch on location and a certificate of participation. For a team or department we also deliver this course in-company.
- Practical tools for increasing workplace happiness
- Working with positive psychology and talents
- Recognising and preventing stress and burnout
- A personal action plan for your own team
- Small groups and experienced trainers
Your trainer: Joris or Marjorie 255 evaluations in total, averaging 8,7. View the trainers
Enjoying your work is no coincidence. It is something you can strengthen by consciously steering on the right factors. In this course you discover how to increase workplace happiness, both for individuals and at organisational level.
Description
More and more organisations are investing in workplace happiness, because it has a direct effect on productivity, engagement and absenteeism. But how do you go about it in practice? This course answers that question.
You first look at the individual side: which characteristics and talents contribute to happiness at work, and how do you strengthen these in yourself and in colleagues? The focus then shifts to the organisation: which structures, habits and interventions make the difference?
You work with practical tools from positive psychology, practise with cases from your own working practice and go home with an approach you can apply immediately.
Topics
- What workplace happiness is and why it matters
- The factors behind workplace happiness in a team
- Types of motivation and how to increase them
- Working from talent and strength
- Psychological capital: hope, optimism, self-confidence and resilience
- Strengthening resilience and self-confidence in yourself and your team
- Stress: how it arises and how to deal with it
- Recognising and preventing burnout
- Practical interventions at organisational level
Result
After this course you will know what happiness at work actually means and which factors influence it. You will be able to consciously make use of your own talents and characteristics and those of others, spot areas for improvement in your team and know how to address them. You will have a personal plan that you can put to use straight away in your own organisation.
Target audience
This course is intended for managers, HR professionals, team leaders, coaches and employees who want to increase workplace happiness in their organisation or team. No prior knowledge is required, but commitment to the subject is.
Teaching method
You alternate between experiencing, experimenting, reflecting and exploring theory. Thanks to the many active working methods, you notice the effect of new behaviour straight away. You work with cases from your own practice and link theory directly to recognisable situations. The trainer invites you to take ownership of your own development and to translate what you learn to your work.
Prior knowledge
No specific prior knowledge is required. An open attitude and a willingness to reflect on your own work situation will help you get the most out of the course.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 2 days
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 12 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
In-company
Would you like to organise this training for a whole group or several groups? This can be cost-effective. For example, we can tailor the content entirely to your organisation, and training a whole group is also cheaper.
Are you looking at large numbers of participants or a complete academy? That involves a great deal. Consider planning and communication, for example, or identifying and agreeing the objectives and content of the training. Or differences in level, feedback mechanisms and safeguarding. Fortunately, Learnit has extensive experience in this field (more than 25 years) and we are happy to help you through this process.
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All start dates
2 training days. In order of date.
- Thu 4 & Fri 5 February 2027 Amsterdam · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 7 January Enrol
- Thu 4 & Fri 5 February 2027 Online · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 7 January Enrol
- Tue 27 & Wed 28 July 2027 The Hague · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 29 June Enrol
No suitable start date? Send us a date request, and we'll look at the options together.
This course for your team?
Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
- Your date and location
- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
The trainers for this course
Ratings from participants after completing their course, across all courses by this trainer.
What others say about this course
"Good story, knowledgeable and inspiring, with a dose of humour too"
"Practically oriented and highly applicable in practice. Nice combination of theory + practice"
"Fine course"
"Excellent"
"A highly capable trainer with broad expertise. The facilities are perfectly in order. A teaching day (7 hours) is just long enough to stay focused"
Training formats
Classroom
2 days€ 1250,-- Pleasant venue with a good trainer
- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
Who is the Increasing Workplace Happiness course intended for?
The course is intended for managers, HR professionals, team leaders, coaches and employees who want to increase workplace happiness within their team or organisation. No prior knowledge is required.
Which topics are covered in the Increasing Workplace Happiness course?
You will cover topics such as what workplace happiness is, which factors influence it, motivation, working from your talents, psychological capital, resilience, dealing with stress and preventing burnout.
Do I need any prior knowledge for this course?
No, no prior knowledge is required. An open attitude and a willingness to reflect on your own work situation are enough to follow the course successfully.
Do I receive a certificate after the Increasing Workplace Happiness course?
Yes, afterwards you receive a Learnit certificate of attendance as proof that you have taken the course.
Can I also follow the course in-company?
Yes, the course is available as a scheduled course and as an in-company or tailor-made course. For in-company courses we tailor the content to the situation and culture of your own organisation.
Which delivery formats does Learnit offer for this course?
You can opt for a classroom course at a Learnit location, an in-company course at your organisation or a bespoke programme tailored to your team or issue.
What exactly is workplace happiness?
Workplace happiness is the extent to which you feel comfortable, motivated and usefully occupied in your work. It is determined by factors such as autonomy, connection, competence, meaning and the match between your talents and your tasks. Workplace happiness is not the same as being constantly happy; it is about lasting satisfaction and resilience.
Why do organisations invest in workplace happiness?
Workplace happiness is directly linked to productivity, creativity, engagement and lower absenteeism. Employees who feel valued and motivated perform better and stay with their employer for longer. Investing in workplace happiness is therefore both a human and a strategic choice.
What is psychological capital and how do you increase it?
Psychological capital consists of four characteristics: hope, optimism, self-confidence and resilience. You increase it by consciously celebrating successes, setting realistic goals, learning from setbacks and letting people work from their strengths. During the course you practise concrete techniques for developing this capital.
How do you prevent burnout in your team?
You prevent burnout by recognising early signals, monitoring healthy workloads and recovery moments, strengthening autonomy and sense of purpose, and talking openly about how work is experienced. Managers play a key role in identifying overload and making it discussable.
What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
Intrinsic motivation comes from within: you do something because you find it valuable, enjoyable or meaningful yourself. Extrinsic motivation comes from outside, for example through reward, status or pressure. Lasting workplace happiness rests mainly on intrinsic motivation, because it does not depend on external incentives.
What does the Increasing Happiness at Work course cost?
You can find the current price at the top right of this course page, along with the schedule, location and delivery format. For in-company or bespoke courses we are happy to provide a quotation on request.
Next start: Thu 4 & Fri 5 February 2027 in Amsterdam, can also be followed online
Free cancellation up to four weeks before the start, so you can secure a place now.