Humor, Seriously: Why Humor Is a Secret Weapon in Business and Life (And how anyone can harness it. Even you.)

It is no laughing matter that we are living through a period of unprecedented hardship, uncertainty, and upheaval in all aspects of our lives. With mental well-being at an all time low, humor and laughter are some of the most valuable tools we have at our disposal. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas - teachers of the popular Standford Graduate School of Business course "Humor: Serious Business" - are here to show why. Proving how humor and laughter helps strengthen bonds , diffuses stress, boosts resilience, and even helps you perform better under high stakes, you can learn how to inject a little levity into your daily life to keep things from getting too bleak. With findings backed by behavioral scientists, business leaders, and - of course - comedians, you too can learn how to take humor seriously!