BuzzFeed’s viral list of 38 workplace blunders has renewed conversation about humor’s potential to connect or alienate colleagues. Studies show that well-received jokes can increase likability and ...
In general, leaders who use humor in the workplace are more effective than non-humorous leaders. Research clearly shows that humorous leaders can create warm and comfortable work environments and ...
Humor is a secret weapon in business and life. That is the subtitle of Humor, Seriously, a book by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas. As consultants and business school professors, Aaker and Bagdonas ...
We want work to be fun. And not just for fun’s sake—many people do their best work when they’re relaxed and feeling good. Humor can contribute to this vibe; laughter builds a sense of camaraderie ...
Some people these days feel overwhelmed with everything they have to do in their lives -- jobs, family responsibilities, educational pursuits, house chores -- you name it. We all feel the never-ending ...
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I had a conversation recently with someone who confided that they were sick of work. “Everything feels too routine. I get pushed around ...