"A survey by Sodexo Engage has revealed that Queen is the most recommended artist to increase productivity at work. So, if you’re struggling to stay upbeat working from home during the pandemic, music is the answer!

Since 58% of employees agree that pop music is the most popular genre to be more productive at work, now is the time to put on some Ed Sheeran, Adele, Coldplay, or Queen to warm your soul and get the blood pumping. Take a look at the piece here.

Below you can learn more about the different music artists and bands found to be most effective for productivity, including genres that are the least favourite amongst workers.

https://www.sodexoengage.com/blog/sounds-of-productivity

Queen is the most recommended artist to increase productivity at work

Here are some key stats you may find interesting including a quote from a HR expert in the press release and a link to Sodexo's 'Productivity Playlist', featuring the most recommended artists in the survey:

58% of employees agree pop music is the best genre to be more productive at work. Pop also wins as the most productive genre depending on the task you’re undertaking
Uptempo genres such as rock (47%) and dance music (42%) also made the top three. Queen was the most recommended music artist to listen to for productivity
Most recommended music artist also include Eminem, Oasis, and ABBA

Engineers are revealed as the most passionate about music choice in the workplace, having a particular preference for hearing songs they would rather listen to
Jazz (13%) and country music (20%) are least preferred music genres to listen to when working according to employees"