April fool’s day is a favorite day for some, because there are many funny jokes that can be played. But when you are working for “the Man” humor can be unacceptable. The workplace has become a controversial place for funny jokes, because what is funny to one person can be considered an attack by …
Many people take for granted the powerful persuading influence of humor. Humor is often tossed off as sheer entertainment or mere speech filler. The truth is, when you engage an audience with humor, you are accomplishing much more than just getting a laugh out of them. Humor disarms an audience, making them more likely …
Nothing disarms and invites an audience in more than humor. We are instantly drawn to people we think are funny. We enjoy listening to humorous individuals and hearing what they have to say. Humor grabs attention, creates rapport and makes a message more memorable. It can also relieve tension, enhance relationships and motivate people. …