Cracking jokes in the office might seem like a shortcut to likability or leadership. But new research shows that humor at ...

Being humorous at the office is appropriate and can boost morale—if you're the right type of funny, that is. Here's what to know about clean jokes for work. The first few months I spent at my big-girl ...

Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human burdens. It is the direct route to ...

The old saying ”everybody loves a comedian” has given rise to an era where everybody thinks they’re a comedian. Sadly, what many have failed to realize is that the old saying is meant to be sarcastic.

Being funny without being offensive is of paramount importance. This is particularly true for women, as a robust literature shows women face harsher backlash than men for behavior seen as offensive or ...

This post was coauthored by CMC student Carly Kirsch. Workplaces are often stress-inducing. What can be done to lighten the work stress-load? Humor is one antidote. The Benefits of Humor There is good ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Mirth Management, a new consultancy focusing on humor in organizations, is giving a public discussion on how to effectively use humor in the workplace. It's an organization ...

Researchers in a study analyzed how men and women react to humor in the workplace. The study found both high and low-status men, as well as high-status women, were viewed more positively when using ...

There’s an old Scottish joke that goes like this. Jock walks into a bar with a crocodile on a leash. He asks the barman, “Do you serve Catholics?” The barman replies, “Yes, of course.” Jock responds, ...

Even when you’re in a line of work that aligns with your passion, things can still get monotonous. Deadlines pile up, emails demand you to circle back, and there is seemingly not enough coffee to keep ...

PW: The three stories in your new collection, My Work Is Not Yet Done, share the theme of the modern workplace as a breeding ground for horrors. What inspired them? TL: I think it would be fair to say ...