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***WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER***'A smart, funny, brilliant book on how to be smart about being funny, brilliantly' Sarah Cooper'This book has finally convinced me that joking around can actually be important and powerful' Ed Gamble'Eyeopening, important and utterly enjoyable. Come for the humour, stay for the insights' Arianna HuffingtonHumour is a superpower. If you're not using it, the joke's on you.When we're kids we laugh all the time. The average four yearold laughs as many as 300 times a day, while the average forty yearold laughs 300 times every two and a half months! We grow up, start working and suddenly become 'serious and important people', trading laughter for bottom lines and minddumbing zoom calls.But the benefits of humour for our work and life are huge. Studies have shown that humour makes us appear more competent and confident, strengthens our relationships, unlocks creativity and boosts resilience during difficult times.Dr. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas are on a mission to help everyone discover the power of humour. Based on the popular Stanford Business course, this book will show you how to mine your life for material, explore the Four Deadly Humour Myths and help you figure out which style of humour you fall into The Magnet, The Sweetheart, The Sniper or the Stand Up.Drawing on behavioural science, advice from worldclass comedians and stories from top leaders, Humour, Seriously will show you how to harness the power of humour every day.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Humour, Seriously'? A: 'Humour, Seriously' explores the idea that humour is a superpower that can enhance both our personal and professional lives. The book discusses how incorporating humour can improve relationships, boost creativity, and increase resilience.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors of 'Humour, Seriously' are Dr. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas, both of whom have experience in behavioural science and have taught at Stanford University.
- Q: How can humour benefit my workplace? A: According to the book, humour can make employees appear more competent and confident, strengthen team relationships, and create a more positive work environment, ultimately leading to better productivity.
- Q: Is this book based on any educational course? A: 'Humour, Seriously' is based on a popular course taught at Stanford Business School, focusing on the importance of humour in business and life.
- Q: What kind of insights can I expect from the book? A: Readers can expect eye-opening insights backed by behavioural science, as well as practical advice from world-class comedians and successful leaders on how to use humour effectively.
- Q: How long is 'Humour, Seriously'? A: 'Humour, Seriously' consists of 257 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes and concepts.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Humour, Seriously' was published on October 8, 2020.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Humour, Seriously' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Humour, Seriously' is sold as a new item, ensuring that readers receive a fresh copy.
- Q: What styles of humour are discussed in the book? A: The book identifies four styles of humour: The Magnet, The Sweetheart, The Sniper, and The Stand Up, helping readers recognize their own humour style.