JarGONE: A fun way to gamify more human-centered communications
Author
- Bolette Falk
- Service Design Lead
- Sydney Cooling-Sturges
- Senior Service Designer
It can be easy to forget that participants in workshops, people outside of the corporate world, and even sometimes your colleagues may not be familiar with terms like “synergy”. Whether you want to kick the corporate jargon or get everyone “up to speed”, JarGONE can help.
JarGONE is a game that makes communication more human-centered
JarGONE will both: help you learn how to avoid common corporate buzzwords, and, bring everyone up to speed when these buzzwords inevitably slip out. It is designed to make your engagements better. It helps you communicate effectively with colleagues, new team members, and most importantly, people outside the corporate world.
Talking to customers, users, and patients is all about putting them at the center of the conversation. When we simplify our language so that everyone can easily understand, we’re showing respect for their time and needs.
Using plain language is about making communication an enjoyable experience, where everyone’s insights and questions matter. It’s a way of saying, “Your perspective is important, and we want you to be a part of this conversation without any barriers.” JarGONE can help you do this.
When to use JarGONE
The objective of the game is to spark more thoughtful conversation and communication that everyone can understand in a fun and lighthearted way that still allows people to think critically about their speech, especially in a professional setting.
You can play this game with your colleagues to prepare for projects or workshops with people outside the corporate world, or as an ongoing ritual, to help keep you on your toes when it comes to using jargon.
Want to see the difference JarGONE can make in your conversations? Just download and print the game, and give it a try. You’ll be amazed at how it helps you connect better with others and make your communication clearer. Start using JarGONE and see how your conversations become more approachable and accessible.