But according to a new report from marketing and management academics — experts who study humor in the workplace — you need ...

Even when you’re in a line of work that aligns with your passion, things can still get monotonous. Deadlines pile up, emails demand you to circle back, and there is seemingly not enough coffee to keep ...

Research shows workplace humor is a double-edged sword—great jokes can boost status, but failed attempts often backfire. Here’s how to “think funny” without risking your career.

A growing body of research suggests the benefits of being funny at work do not outweigh the risks, even if your jokes land!

Experts say the downside of cracking a bad joke is often larger than what you might gain by landing a good one ...

The grind. The salt mines. Home. Whatever you call it, work is still work. Whether or not you find your workplace fun and motivating is another matter; and workers who describe their place of ...

At the end of a job interview, the interviewer asks the applicant, who just graduated from college, "So what starting salary are you looking for?" The applicant responds, "About $150,000 a year, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lindsay Kohler is a behavioral scientist and future of work expert. Many companies and teams are struggling to replace the ...

It is odd how we put 'self-actualization' at the top of Maslow's hierarchy of needs, but when working people want a taste of self-actualization at work we tell them "Not so fast!" Nearly everybody ...

All work and no play may dull on-the-job learning at workplaces, according to a team of researchers. All work and no play may dull on-the-job learning at workplaces, according to a team of researchers ...

Whether you’re looking for a terrific new job or you’re a leader creating great work experiences, a fun workplace is a worthy goal, right? Perhaps not. In fact, I strongly believe that having fun at ...