How surprise and benign violation create laughter

Andrew Tarvin joins Kenny Lange on “How Leaders Think” to reveal how humor can transform leadership and drive real business results. As a Humor Engineer who’s worked with IBM, NASA, and the FBI, Andrew shares practical strategies for using laughter to boost engagement, creativity, and team performance. Discover why humor isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful leadership tool that anyone can learn. If you want to lead with authenticity and inspire your team, this episode is for you.

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Andrew Tarvin Resources:

Website: https://www.humorthatworks.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tarvintalks/

Instagram: https://instagram.com/tarvintalks

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tarvintalks

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tarvintalks

Books Mentioned

Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work - https://amzn.to/3J63vES

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