Jennifer Aaker

The theme of the books is that humor is something that humanizes us, breaks down barriers and also can be learned.

It's full of practical tips to on how to cultivate Humor in the work place with lots of anecdotes and even funny jokes. They mention examples from comedians you know about, but also CEOs, business leaders and even Secretary of State Madeline Albright to show how they used humor (or at least levity) to deal with very serious issues and make progress.

The authors' goal is not to make you a comedian but to give some tips to show you how you can add humor to your life and work. They discuss what to do if you are not a leader, and how things differ when you are. Also how to know if you've stepped over "the line" and what to do then.

An easy read but can be put to use if you want.… (plus d'informations)

Working professionals have fallen off a humor cliff. In fact, around the time we enter the workforce, the number of times we laugh and smile on an average day statistically starts to plummet.

And yet, research shows that humor is one of the most powerful tools we have for accomplishing serious work. Studies reveal that humor makes us appear more competent and confident, strengthens relationships, unlocks creativity, and boosts our resilience during difficult times. Plus, it fends off a permanent and unsightly frown known as "resting boss face".

Top executives are in on the secret: 98 percent prefer employees with a sense of humor, and 84 percent believe that these employees do better work. But even for those who intuitively understand humor's power, few know how to wield it with intention. As a result, humor is vastly underleveraged in most workplaces today, impacting our performance, relationships, and health.

Thank you Goodreads and Random House Book Club for a chance to read Humor, Seriously Why Humor is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life by Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas!

Even though you see the word humor in the title this is not a funny book. But I think it was meant to show us that humor in the business world can make it more productive. When dealing with customers, making a deal or just dealing with your employees. It is more a how to and why it should be done book. But it was still an ok read.

“Comedy is simply a funny way of being serious”

Happy reading everyone!… (plus d'informations)

At the beginning of the book you can get to know type humor style you fall into using a set of online questions. It is informative and gets straight-to-the-point that truthfulness is the key to humor. You're humorous because you find the (hidden) truth in our everyday activities.

It's witty nature kept me captured through all the chapters. It also provides an insight into how much effort is put by all those stand up comedians - read your crowd, understand your audience and "go to the edge, but be cautious not cross the line".

A college senior of mine had made a similar statement quite a few years ago - Mr. Humor usually doesn't get fired from the company. This book proves that with a good amount of documentation and research.… (plus d'informations)