Laugh out Loud A User Guide to Workplace Humor 1st Edition by Barbara Plester, Kerr Inkson ISBN 9811302820 9789811302824

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ISBN 10: 9811302820 
ISBN 13: 9789811302824
Author: Barbara Plester, Kerr Inkson

This book is the first-ever authoritative work on the use and management of humor in the workplace. It is a practical guide for everyone involved: the humorists (‘jokers’), the targets (sometimes ‘victims’), the observers (‘audience’) and most of all the managers who have to ‘set the tone’ and encourage, control and manage humor. Humor is part and parcel of every workplace. However, while it usually demonstrates and fosters a united, happy workforce, it can at times be deeply damaging and divisive. The authors – academics with vast organizational experience and a research-based understanding of humor at work – bring together state-of-the art knowledge of the topic, making it fun, accessible and readable for all humor participants. The topics include how humor works, humor cultures in organizations, the many forms of workplace humor and their pros and cons, humor rituals at work, digital humor, workplace jokers, the 21st centuryissue of ‘political correctness’, and both the ‘bright side’ of humor (assisting positive cultures, making work ‘fun’), and its ‘dark side’ (where humor offends and humiliates). With over 60 ‘real life’ illustrative stories of workplace humor, a self-completion questionnaire to measure the Humor Climate in your organization, end-of-chapter ‘takeaways’ and an end-of-book summary advocating ‘best practice’, the book is a ‘fun’, how-to-do-it guide that will both inform and entertain.

Laugh out Loud A User’s Guide to Workplace Humor 1st Table of contents:

1. Introduction: The Power of Humor in the Workplace

• 1.1 What is Workplace Humor?
• 1.2 Why Humor Matters: The Benefits for Individuals and Teams
• 1.3 The Fine Line: When Humor Helps vs. When it Hurts
• 1.4 The Role of Humor in Workplace Culture

2. The Science of Laughter

• 2.1 The Psychology Behind Laughter
• 2.2 How Humor Affects Our Brain and Emotions
• 2.3 Humor and Stress Relief: A Scientific Approach
• 2.4 Laughter as a Social Tool: Building Connections

3. Types of Workplace Humor

• 3.1 Friendly Banter: Building Rapport Through Humor
• 3.2 Satire and Irony: Using Wit to Communicate
• 3.3 Self-Deprecation: How to Laugh at Yourself Without Going Too Far
• 3.4 Dark Humor: Navigating Sensitive Subjects
• 3.5 The Role of Slapstick and Physical Comedy in the Office

4. Timing is Everything: How to Use Humor Effectively

• 4.1 Understanding Your Audience: Who Laughs at What?
• 4.2 Reading the Room: When to Joke, When to Stay Serious
• 4.3 Humor as a Communication Tool: Getting Your Point Across
• 4.4 How Humor Can Diffuse Tension and Resolve Conflict
• 4.5 Timing and Delivery: The Secret Ingredients of a Good Joke

5. Humor and Leadership: Leading with Laughter

• 5.1 Using Humor to Inspire and Motivate Your Team
• 5.2 Building Trust Through Humor
• 5.3 Leading by Example: The Impact of a Funny Leader
• 5.4 Creating a Positive Work Environment with Humor
• 5.5 How Humor Helps in Crisis Management

6. Humor in Communication: Emails, Meetings, and Presentations

• 6.1 Email Etiquette: How to Add Humor Without Overdoing It
• 6.2 Humor in Virtual Meetings and Remote Work Environments
• 6.3 Using Humor in Presentations: Engaging Your Audience
• 6.4 The Do’s and Don’ts of Humor in Professional Writing
• 6.5 Humor in Negotiations and Business Deals

7. Navigating Boundaries: When Humor Crosses the Line

• 7.1 Workplace Sensitivity: What’s Funny and What’s Offensive?
• 7.2 Dealing with Inappropriate or Offensive Humor
• 7.3 The Role of Diversity and Inclusion in Humor
• 7.4 Creating a Humor Policy: Establishing Boundaries for Everyone
• 7.5 Addressing Conflicts Arising from Misunderstood Jokes

8. Humor and Team Dynamics

• 8.1 Using Humor to Strengthen Team Bonds
• 8.2 How Humor Enhances Collaboration and Creativity
• 8.3 Humor in Problem-Solving: Thinking Outside the Box
• 8.4 Fostering a Spirit of Playfulness in the Workplace
• 8.5 Humor as a Tool for Building Resilient Teams

9. Humor for Personal Growth and Career Advancement

• 9.1 Developing Your Own Humor Style
• 9.2 The Role of Humor in Networking and Socializing
• 9.3 Using Humor to Overcome Career Setbacks
• 9.4 Building Confidence Through Humor
• 9.5 Humor as a Leadership Trait: Standing Out in Your Career

10. The Future of Workplace Humor

• 10.1 The Evolving Role of Humor in the Hybrid and Remote Workplace
• 10.2 Memes, GIFs, and the Rise of Digital Humor
• 10.3 The Intersection of Humor and Technology: Virtual Reality and AI
• 10.4 Trends in Workplace Humor for the Next Generation
• 10.5 Building a Culture of Humor for Future Workplaces

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