viselkedj

Viselkedj is a digital platform that supports behavior change and skill development through structured coaching and habit formation. Developed by OpenMind Labs in Budapest, the project began as an in-school pilot in Hungary in 2022 and has since broadened to corporate training and personal development markets. The name comes from the Hungarian verb viselkedni, meaning to behave, with viselkedj as the imperative form meaning behave yourself.

Viselkedj provides a set of tools for individual and group use, including habit trackers, micro-challenges, coaching prompts, and progress dashboards. The platform is designed to be integrated with learning management systems and human resources software, allowing instructors, managers, and users to set goals, receive reminders, and monitor improvement with consent-based data sharing. Privacy controls and data minimization are emphasized in its design.

The underlying approach draws on behavioral psychology, employing goal setting, social reinforcement, and timely feedback. It uses lightweight nudges and adaptive prompts to encourage daily practice, while offering dashboards for educators and leaders to tailor interventions. The product supports multilingual use and provides templates for school and workplace contexts.

Since its initial release, Viselkedj has been used in several pilot programs and expanded to multiple markets. It has received attention for its potential to boost self-regulation and soft-skill development, while critics have raised concerns about data privacy, dependence on digital nudges, and the need for human oversight to ensure ethical use.