How to Be Awesome at Your Job 1096: How to Find More Humor and Fun at Work with Adam Christing
Sep 25, 2025
Adam Christing, a laughter expert and president of Clean Comedians, dives into the power of humor in the workplace. He reveals how laughter fosters trust and boosts productivity. Discover the five laugh languages that can enhance connections among colleagues. Adam offers tips on integrating fun into work, even for those who don’t see themselves as funny. He emphasizes the importance of icebreakers and safe humor, while also sharing actionable advice on how to engage others through light-hearted interactions.
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Humor Is A Shortcut To Trust
- Humor shortens the path to trust and builds cohesion in teams.
- Laughter releases endorphins and makes people feel safer to collaborate, boosting productivity.
Give Yourself Permission To Play
- Give yourself permission to be playful and orchestrate fun even if you don't feel naturally funny.
- Plan for spontaneity with simple, prepared moves like icebreakers to take pressure off yourself.
Use Warm Icebreaker Questions
- Use simple, shared icebreaker questions to create warm stories and connections at meetings.
- Keep interactions interactive and reward small contributions to build engagement quickly.
