Efficiency is No Joke: Humor as a Productivity Tool | Productivity Mastery #223 with Andrew Tarvin

🚀 In episode #223, we welcomed the amazing Andrew Tarvin, Founder & CEO of Humor That Works.

Listen to this episode and learn:

💡 How can humor reduce stress and boost productivity at work?

💡Can humor really be learned through practice and science?

💡Why are the stakes for humor in the workplace higher than in comedy clubs?

💡How does affiliative humor create a safer environment in professional settings?

💡In what ways can humor help connect with high-status individuals?

and many more..

About our guest:

Andrew Tarvin is a speaker, author, coach, and trainer who teaches individuals and organizations how to use humor to work more effectively while having fun. He has delivered 100+ talks and workshops for over 10,000 people at companies like Procter & Gamble, GE, General Assembly, and The Ohio State University.

Through his company, Andrew helps people tap into their natural personalities, embrace humor as a tool for leadership, communication, and productivity, and find more joy in the work they do.

You can find Andrew here:

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

Website: https://drewtarvin.com/

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:50 The Power of Humor in Professional Life

05:45 Researching Humor's Impact

08:49 The TEDx Experience and Its Influence

11:38 Overcoming the Myth of Being Funny

14:43 Using Humor Appropriately in the Workplace

17:37 Building Connections Through Humor

20:51 Understanding Different Humor Styles

35:58 The Power of Self-Deprecating Humor

38:53 Understanding Aggressive Humor

43:50 Navigating Humor in the Workplace

45:05 Practical Applications of Humor

51:57 Using Humor for Retention and Engagement

01:00:33 Creating a Fun Work Environment

Enjoy listening and #KeepPERFORMing!

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