National Fun at Work Day gives offices permission to loosen the tie, crack a joke and remember that spreadsheets are handled by humans, not robots. ... Read more The post National Fun at Work Day puts ...

“Never trust Human Resources” has become something of an office proverb. But real workplace stories keep proving that stereotype wrong in the funniest possible ways. A recent analysis found that ...

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 ...

When asked to describe an ideal organizational leader, many people might be inclined to use quite serious adjectives such as solemn, determined or results-oriented. Yet one trait is not only often ...

Paul Osincup believes humor goes hand-in-hand with workplace performance, and explains how to cultivate it in his recent book. Leaders who use humor are also seen as more credible, more approachable, ...

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I have personally used humor for productivity and team building and as a tool to boost creativity. In my consulting work, I've witnessed the transformative power of humor: A team working 60- to ...

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 ...

Funny work memes are never in short supply across social media. Most Americans with full-time jobs spend over one-third of their waking hours at work each week. And that's not including the time it ...