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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Work: the place where we go to dream about not being at work. If you’re feeling like the weekend is a million years away, you’re not alone—and luckily, neither are the internet’s best funny work memes ...

Cracking jokes in the office might seem like a shortcut to likability or leadership. But new research shows that humor at work is a gamble, and the costs of a flop are often greater than the rewards ...

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 ...

Kong: Humor has a lot of relational benefits. People bond easily when they laugh together, and it builds trust. Research shows it boosts creativity, helps people think more divergently and strengthens ...

Here's how to do it without making yourself or anyone else the punchline. 5 reasons why you should laugh more and not take yourself so seriously Laughter can make us more relatable, more curious, 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 ...