Synopses & Reviews
An in-depth examination of the power of humor and fun in the business world, based on groundbreaking research of 1 million employees by The Great Place to Work Institute
The Levity Effect uses serious science to reveal the remarkable power of humor and fun in business: that leaders who are lighthearted earn more on average than their peers; that entertaining workplaces have more loyal employees and customers; and that employees who are considered humorous are vastly more likely to get promoted--especially to senior-level jobs.
The benefits of the Levity Effect are not conjecture but are built on extensive research and case studies from some of the world’s most successful organizations. New York Times-bestselling authors Adrian Gostick and Scott Christopher provide powerful examples from Boeing, Nike, KPMG, Yamaha, Enterprise, Zappos and dozens of others, showing how lightening up can drive real business results. The book also outlines the extensive research into the subject—studies that cut against the grain of traditional business thinking—including compelling data from the Great Place to Work® Institute’s 1-million-person database, which reveals that "Great" companies consistently earn significantly higher marks for "fun."
Adrian Gostick (Park City, UT) is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The Invisible Employee (978-0-471-77739-7) and The Carrot Principle (978-0-7432-9009-8), as well as the BusinessWeek and Wall Street Journal bestseller A Carrot a Day (978-1-58685-506-2), The Integrity Advantage (978-1-58685-246-7), and The 24-Carrot Manager (978-1-58685-154-5). Scott Christopher (Salt Lake City, UT) is an author, lecturer, and self-described corporate outsider. A regular humor columnist for Human Capital magazine and contributing author of the international bestseller A Carrot a Day, he is also a screenwriter and a film and television actor.
Review
"Gostick and Christopher are serious about levity and its impact on the bottom line, and have plenty of ideas for generating laughter." (
Personnel Today, Mon 17th March 2008)
"Why every company needs a fun strategy". (Economist.com, Tuesday 15th April 2008)
Synopsis
In The Levity Effect werden die Autoren ihre F lle um eine Reihe von Effekten herum gruppieren, die auftreten, wenn man mit Leichtigkeit f hrt. Das Buch wird die breit angelegte Untersuchung umrei en und zeigen, wie man gegen den Trend ungew hnliche Entscheidungen vorschl gt. Das Buch baut auch auf die Beratert tigkeit der Autoren auf, ein lustiges und verbindliches Umfeld bei einigen der weltweit gr ten Unternehmen zu schaffen und enth lt Interviews mit erfolgreichen Personen, die gelernt haben Humor in ihrem Leben zu nutzen.
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"The Levity Effect" uses serious science to reveal the remarkable power of humor and fun in business: that leaders who are lighthearted earn more on average; entertaining workplaces have more loyal employees; and that employees who are considered humorous are more likely to get promoted.
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If you think work is no laughing matter, the joke's on you. The Levity Effect uses serious science to reveal the remarkable power of fun and humor in building a productive, engaged, and loyal workforce...and a more successful you.
If you doubt levity is good for business, consider this: lighthearted leaders earn more on average than their more dour peers; entertaining workplaces breed more loyal employees and happier customers; and employees who are considered humorous are vastly more likely to get promotedespecially to senior positions.
The benefits of the levity effect are built on extensive research and case studies from some of the world's most successful organizations. Bestselling author Adrian Gostick and humorist Scott Christopher provide powerful examples of leaders from Boeing, Nike, KPMG, Yamaha, Enterprise, Zappos, and dozens of others, all of which prove that lightening up leads to real business results.
The Levity Effect also presents extensive research into the subjectincluding compelling data from the Great Place to Work® Institute's one million-member databasethat cuts against the grain of traditional business thinking to reveal that great companies consistently earn significantly higher marks for fun.
The Levity Effect is for anyone who wants to build an engaging, productive work culture and a more successful career. With interviews, extensive research, and lighthearted insight, The Levity Effect turns traditional business thinking on its head to prove again and again that a fun and engaging workplace leads to better business, more focused employees, and satisfied customers.
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If you think work is no laughing matter, the joke's on you. The Levity Effect uses serious science to reveal the remarkable power of fun and humor in building a productive, engaged, and loyal workforce...and a more successful you.
If you doubt levity is good for business, consider this: lighthearted leaders earn more on average than their more dour peers; entertaining workplaces breed more loyal employees and happier customers; and employees who are considered humorous are vastly more likely to get promotedespecially to senior positions.
The benefits of the levity effect are built on extensive research and case studies from some of the world's most successful organizations. Bestselling author Adrian Gostick and humorist Scott Christopher provide powerful examples of leaders from Boeing, Nike, KPMG, Yamaha, Enterprise, Zappos, and dozens of others, all of which prove that lightening up leads to real business results.
The Levity Effect also presents extensive research into the subjectincluding compelling data from the Great Place to Work® Institute's one million-member databasethat cuts against the grain of traditional business thinking to reveal that great companies consistently earn significantly higher marks for fun.
The Levity Effect is for anyone who wants to build an engaging, productive work culture and a more successful career. With interviews, extensive research, and lighthearted insight, The Levity Effect turns traditional business thinking on its head to prove again and again that a fun and engaging workplace leads to better business, more focused employees, and satisfied customers.
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Praise for The Levity Effect"What may be the most valuable business book of the year...The Levity Effect can change the way you look at corporate culture."
—Joe Calloway, author of Work Like You're Showing Off!
"Gostick and Christopher entertain us with humorous anecdotes and educate us with research, evidence, real-life examples, and practical applications."
—Jim Kouzes, coauthor of The Leadership Challenge
"I absolutely loved this book. Levity is common sense that is uncommonly practiced."
—Stephan Mardyks, President, International, Franklin Covey
"The message of The Levity Effect is much needed. The skills for using levity appropriately, and the benefits of doing so, are clearly explained in this enjoyable book."
—Mark Sanborn, author of The Fred Factor
"A book that proves the theory that you can work hard, reach impressive goals, and still have fun doing it. And told in a way that grabs you from page one."
—Eric J. Lange, Senior Vice President, The Nielsen Company
"Wow! The funniest, most original business book in ages. With persuasive research and case studies from the least likely businesses."
—Chester Elton, coauthor of The Invisible Employee
Synopsis
The Levity Effect uses serious science to reveal the remarkable power of humor and fun in business. Science proves it?fun is good for business! Based on ten years of extensive research, the authors argue against business tradition to reveal the powerful bottom-line benefits of leading with levity. With interviews, exercises, and case studies, the book reveals how humor in the workplace will help you communicate messages, build camaraderie, and encourage creativity for a better workplace and bigger profits.
About the Author
Adrian Gostick ist Autor von verschiedenen sehr erfolgreichen Büchern; inklusive dem New York Times Bestseller Der unsichtbare Mitarbeiter und The Carrot Principle. Er ist auch der Autor der Wall Street Journal und Business Week Bestseller A Carrot Day, The Integrity Advantage und The 24-Carrot Manager, das von Larry King (CNN) als ein "Muss für moderne Manager" gelobt wurde. Seine Bücher wurden in 15 Sprachen übersetzt und werden in mehr als 50 Ländern weltweit verkauft.
Scott Christopher ist Autor, Dozent und selbsterklärter Außenseiter in der Unternehmenswelt - nachdem er viele Jahre in der Traumwelt von Fernsehen und Film gearbeitet hat. Nachdem er in die normale Arbeitswelt zurückgekehrt ist, entdeckte er, dass es einen riesigen Unterschied gibt zwischen den Menschen, die sich Erfolg wünschen und denen, die etwas erreichen. Er entdeckte, dass die Kluft mit Leichtigkeit überbrückt werden kann. Scotts Enthusiasmus, seine Energie und sein einnehmender Humor ermöglichen unvergessliche Reden und Seminare, die Leute bewegen und zum Lachen bringen.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments.
PART I: The Case for Levity.
Chapter One: Levity Is a Funny Thing: If They’re Busting a Gut, They’ll Bust Their Butts.
Chapter Two: Levity Effect—Communication: If They’re Laughing, They’re Listening.
Chapter Three: Levity Effect—Innovation: With Comedy, There’s Creativity.
Chapter Four: Levity Effect—Respect: In You They Trust.
Chapter Five: Levity Effect—Health: Good for What Ails You.
Chapter Six: Levity Effect—Wealth: Laughing All the Way to the Bank.
PART II: Getting Lighter.
Chapter Seven: 142 Ways to Have Fun at Work: How to Bring the Levity Effect to Work.
Chapter Eight: Overcoming Objections to Levity: So What if I’m a Brow Knitter?
Chapter Nine: Levity for Life: Bringing Home the Fun.
Conclusion.
Your Levity IQ.
Notes.
About the Authors.
Learn More at Levityeffect.com.