There are many upsides to using humor at work. But when you don’t use it appropriately, it can backfire. Humor is like a screwdriver–an incredibly useful tool that often involves a twist. When used in ...

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 ...

Monash University provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation AU. RMIT University provides funding as a member of The Conversation AU. When asked to describe an ideal organisational ...

Sexist jokes, when targeting individuals, insult, stereotype, victimize, and/or objectify a person on the basis of their gender. The disposition theory of humor surprisingly reveals that not just men ...

Workplace Atmosphere: In today's fast-paced work environment, many professionals and leaders often adopt a serious demeanor, distancing themselves from their teams. The question arises: is humor ...

It is known that humour and laughter can reduce stress and provide many other benefits. And few areas of life are more stressful than the workplace. Not surprising office humour can be a good ...

This post was coauthored by CMC student Carly Kirsch. Workplaces are often stress-inducing. What can be done to lighten the work stress-load? Humor is one antidote. The Benefits of Humor There is good ...