Humor, Seriously
By Naomi Bagdonas & Jennifer Aaker
Why Humor is a Secret Weapon in Business and in Life. Currency. 2021
Summary of Humor, Seriously book by Naomi Bagdonas & Jennifer Aaker
How laughter can lighten a mood, defuse a situation, and energize creative minds even during the most stress-filled, exhausting days of work and homelife.
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What do you get from this book? Humorous ways to bring laughter into your home and workplace
Don’t believe the destructive myths associated with humor—workplaces with a balance of gravity and levity thrive
We’ve all got a little funny in us, but we don’t all have the same style
Humor really does your brain and body good—the science proves it!
Where does humor come from and what does it look like on the inside?
Finding unique ways to put your humor to work will be well worth your effort
Employees are more trusting of leaders who lead with humor and will work harder for them
How an organization creates a workplace culture of levity is crucial to success
Humor has many shades of gray, most of which are off limits in the workplace
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Who should read Humor, Seriously book
- Business leaders
- self-help gurus
- those wanting to improve their overall health
- anyone with a funny bone
About the author of Humor, Seriously
Naomi Bagdonas
Jennifer Aaker is a professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business, a behavioral scientist, and an author. Her articles have appeared in several publications including The Economist, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Naomi Bagdonas coaches executives and celebrities for media appearances and speaking engagements, in addition to being a lecturer at Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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