Humor in the Workplace Blog

Start Earning Employee Loyalty Day One

Thursday, November 10th, 2011 Michael Kerr

I had a front row seat, literally, to a very unprofessional dressing down of a brand new employee on a recent Air Canada flight.

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Bombing Joke Bombs for Former Politician

Friday, November 4th, 2011 Michael Kerr

Former cabinet minister and current Newfoundland and Labrador Lt.-Gov. John Crosby got roasted this week after making an offensive joke during a speech.

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A Lesson from “The Office” on the Power of Fun Incentives

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011 Michael Kerr

The last episode of one of my favorite sitcoms, “The Office,” highlighted how crazy incentives can sometimes be powerfully motivating. 

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Are you measuring the right stuff?

Monday, September 19th, 2011 Michael Kerr

One of the reasons Zappos excels at business and with their customer service is that they measure

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Is Conflict at Work Always a Bad Thing?

Tuesday, September 13th, 2011 Michael Kerr

Is conflict at work always a bad thing?

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Customer Service Lessons from Ireland

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 Michael Kerr

Three glorious weeks touring the Emerald Isle reminded me of a few important customer service lessons:

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Why I Quit my Job Strikes a Chord

Monday, July 18th, 2011 Michael Kerr

Chances are you’ve heard of the 3,000-word blog posting “Why I Quit My Job” by Kai Nagata.

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Funny Motivational Speakers

Saturday, July 9th, 2011 Michael Kerr

A client recently asked me if there is a difference between a funny motivational speaker and a motivational speaker who happens to be funny?

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Create a What If Board at Work

Thursday, July 7th, 2011 Michael Kerr

So here’s a cool idea I just thought of.  Create a “What If?” board in your workplace.

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Funny Business Speaker, Funny Motivational Speaker or a Funny Speaker?

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011 Michael Kerr

Are you looking for a funny speaker, a funny business speaker, funny motivational speaker or a business speaker who happens to be funny and entertaining?

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