Have you ever been around a people who don’t seem to have a sense of humor? The conversations are dull, dry and can get really awkward.
For years, humor in the workplace had been frowned upon. It was looked at as a distraction that can impact a team’s productivity. If being around humorless people is such a pain; what is it like spending 8hours a day with them?
Thankfully people have realized that the workplace doesn’t have to be a dull place; in fact, humor in the workplace enhances company culture by improving company culture and boosting productivity through a more engaged employee.
Take a look at the many ways humor augments company culture:
1. It lowers stress levels and increases motivation
No matter how demanding your job is, it becomes tolerable with a team that you enjoy being around. When you’re caught up in 10 different tasks, a good laugh with your team members can really take the edge off you. It will relax you and will help you move forward without getting overwhelmed.
2. It strengthens relationships
You automatically feel closer to someone when you know you can laugh with them. It’s more comfortable and you feel more confident. When you don’t share that sort of equation with a colleague, there’s hesitancy in communication.
Organizations invest in team-building for a reason; team members that get along are more productive. Humor breaks down the barriers created by an overly formal workplace.
3. It’s easier to show appreciation
When managers have very formal relationships with their subordinates, just saying “thank you” can get awkward. Now, if the manager is often seen cracking jokes with their team, it’s so much easier for them to come and appreciate them without it getting uncomfortable for anyone.
4. It reduces turnover
A workplace that doesn’t feel like ‘work’ stops people from leaving. If your job stimulates positive feelings in you; you are less likely to quit.
5. It’s valuable in a crisis
Humor reduces the anxiety that comes from a crisis. Since it also strengthens relationships in the workplace, humor plays a significant role during a workplace crisis.
Funny motivational speaker Jon Petz is an advocate for humor in the workplace. It is his remarkable sense of humor that has helped him inspire thousands of employees. Jon is known for his abilities of bringing the best out of employees. As an emcee, Jon is known as an engagement expert that leaves his audience in fits of laughter. Take a look at testimonials to see how Jon helps companies boost performance.
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