Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kim Elsesser covers issues that impact women in the workplace. There's no shortage of advice for female leaders, and the latest is ...

Fifty years ago, National Secretaries Day was created as a thank-you for the folks who keep the offices of America on track. It has expanded in name and scope, and tomorrow, as the nation celebrates ...

Bringing humor into the workplace can make your daily grind more enjoyable and help you bond with your colleagues. A well-timed joke or a witty work quote can lighten the mood and even enhance your ...

Can you imagine a world where you could always hear someone laughing at work? That is the question that led me to my research and career as a professor and leadership trainer. According to Gallup’s ...

Cracking jokes in the office might seem like a shortcut to likability or leadership. But new research shows that humor at work is a gamble, and the costs of a flop are often greater than the rewards ...

In general, leaders who use humor in the workplace are more effective than non-humorous leaders. Research clearly shows that humorous leaders can create warm and comfortable work environments and ...

The old saying ”everybody loves a comedian” has given rise to an era where everybody thinks they’re a comedian. Sadly, what many have failed to realize is that the old saying is meant to be sarcastic.

Have you ever attended a meeting or a work function, and one person tries so hard to be funny? Humor is one of those things in life that is wonderful when it works and awkward when it doesn't. Just ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Ever thought you had the perfect joke, shared it with a colleague, and it fell flat? Or worse — offended someone? We spoke with several ...