What is Niko-Niko?
It is a visual tool used to track the emotions of a team.
Description
The Niko-Niko calendar is a visual tool used to track the emotions of a team, also known as the happiness index.
Origin
Originating from Japan, the term 'Niko-Niko' means 'smile' and was created in 2005 in Yokohama, by Mrs. Sachiko Kuroda at Fujitsu Software Technologies Limited.
Use
Team members place colored stickers or emojis on the calendar to represent their mood at the end of each workday, along with a brief explanation.
Benefits
The calendar helps to quantify morale, mental well-being, and team momentum, providing an overview of team performance over time.
Want to learn more?
If you'd like to go deeper into Niko-Niko —or bring this kind of training to your team— let's talk. I help teams understand and apply these concepts. I'd love to hear from you!
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