Entre sons e resultados: a influência da música no ambiente de trabalho

Abstract

Nowadays, intense pressure and constant demands can generate stress and harm the mental health of many professionals. To address this issue, companies can use music as a tool to create a calmer environment and motivate their teams. In this context, the general objective of this study is to analyze the positive and negative effects of music in the workplace. To this end, a qualitative, exploratory, and descriptive research methodology based on a literature review was adopted. Scientific studies published between 2000 and 2024 were selected and analyzed using a content analysis technique. The results indicate that music helps reduce mental distress, improves mood and feelings of happiness, fosters team cohesion, and masks annoying background noise. Conversely, it can cause distractions in situations requiring high concentration or when the volume is too high. The study concludes that the impact of music varies from person to person, depending on the musical genre and individual preferences. As a practical contribution, the study offers simple suggestions for people managers to use this tool strategically. It is recommended to allow the use of individual audio sources and to keep the volume low in common areas to ensure optimal team performance.