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Humor, Seriously

Why Humor Is a Superpower at Work and in Life (And How Anyone Can Harness It. Even You.)

Jennifer Aaker & Naomi Bagdonas

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Description

Humor, Seriously (2021) explores the value of a human-centered approach to business, and of the funny that can be found and created in any environment. It relies on science, psychology, and humorous anecdotes from experts in the field to show how using humor can create a culture of levity, build trust, and unlock creativity.

Who Should Listen

  • Leaders looking to build trust
  • Managers who want to enhance creativity
  • Anyone seeking more joy in work and life

About the Authors

Dr. Jennifer Aaker is a leading expert on how purpose and meaning shape individual choices. Her work has been widely published in leading scientific journals, and featured in the Economist, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Atlantic, and Science. She counts winning a dance-off in the 1980s as one of her greatest feats.

Naomi Bagdonas, a Stanford professor, facilitates interactive sessions for leaders, Fortune 100 companies, and nonprofits. She also coaches executives and celebrities for appearances on shows ranging from Saturday Night Live to Today. Her constant stream of foster dogs describe her as gullible and full of treats.