How playful is your workplace?

Since 2016, Lead U has been connecting with adults through purposeful play and now we've given it a name... Mandatory Fun.

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What Makes Mandatory Fun So Impactful?

At Lead U we believe in the power of play. Fostering connection at work is essential for both well-being and performance. When humans feel they belong and are supported, they’re more engaged, creative, and committed to their teams.

Personalized

For Your Teams

Designed to meet your team’s unique dynamics, goals, and culture.

Real Connection,

Real Laughter

We didn’t ask these guys to pose like this, this is what happens when people actually enjoy collaborating.

Grounded

In Research

For teams looking to boost trust, cohesion, and performance

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Connection & Bonding

We spark stronger relationships by helping colleagues build trust, feel a true sense of belonging, and collaborate with confidence and ease.

Gratitude

We strengthen culture by encouraging teams to recognize the good, celebrate everyday wins, and build a workplace where appreciation feels natural.

Resilience

We give participants strategies to bounce back faster, manage pressure, and lean on healthy coping skills to stay steady, solution-focused, and energized.

Communication Skills

We level up communication through clear messaging, active listening, and practical tools that make conversations more effective, honest, and human.

Play isn't childish...
it's a cheat code for better teamwork.

Play strengthens

trust & teamwork.

Research shows that structured play boosts connection and communication — whether you’re in a classroom, a hospital hallway, or a product sprint meeting.

Fun reduces burnout

& boosts creativity.

When work feels lighter, people think better, handle stress better, and bring bigger ideas to the table, something every educator, nurse, and engineer deserves.

Belonging transforms

the workplace.

The APA confirms that connection fuels resilience, engagement, and collaboration — and play jumpstarts belonging on any team, in any industry.

Lead U By the Numbers

9 YRS+

Connecting with teams

2500+

Program Visits

1.5M+

Humans Empowered

0%

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Meet Some of Our Pod...

We’re proud to align with these organizations (and many others).

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"The program was so hands-on and engaging. The kids had a blast, and the Lead U staff was masterful in keeping everyone involved."

— South Toms River Elementary