Five Reasons to Infuse Humor at Work

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Many of you know that I'm a businessman by day and speaker/motivational humorist by night (and sometimes day and night get mixed).

I love to create smiles at work and am a big fan of infusing humor into the workplace. Here are 5 reasons to make humor the DNA of your workplace culture.

1. Builds positive relationships: Humor is a great way to break the ice and build positive relationships with your colleagues. When people share a laugh, it creates a bond and helps to ease tensions.
2. Reduces stress: Work can be stressful, and a good laugh can help to relieve some of that stress. Humor can also help to put things into perspective, allowing you to approach challenges with a clearer mind.
3. Boosts creativity: Humor can inspire creativity and innovative thinking. When you approach problems with a lighthearted attitude, you may be more likely to think outside the box and come up with new and innovative solutions.
4. Increases productivity: When people are happy and engaged, they tend to be more productive. Humor can help to create a positive work environment, which can lead to increased productivity and improved job satisfaction.
5. Improves communication: Humor can be a great way to break down communication barriers and help people to connect on a more personal level. When people feel comfortable with each other, they are more likely to communicate openly and honestly, which can lead to better collaboration and teamwork.

There's a reason why they say laughter is the best medicine. It's not only good for your soul, but your company's bottom line.