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Humor can make you a better workplace leader, if you use it properly – here’s how

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Did you hear about the guy who told the CEO a joke in the elevator? He later said it was an uplifting experience!

There is one workplace trait that is not only often overlooked, but also essential for managers.

Humor – whether it manifests as a funny anecdote, joke, performance or witty remark – is a crucial tool for good leadership.

When used well, humor can increase employees’ psychological empowerment, job performance and wellbeing, and also make people perceive their leaders as more effective.

But there is a right way to inject humor… And a wrong way! Read on for details on how laughter can  help employees feel motivated, appreciated and less stressed at work. 

Most people have a good intuition for what humor is, but it can be a hard thing to put a finger on.
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