Humor Leadership

Multiple award-winning speaker Ramakrishna Reddy presents the secrets, tools, and devices that helped him create 18 laughs and three applauses in a seven-minute persuasive speech in his fifth book Connect with Humor and Story. This is not theory. It's absolute content based on his research, his experience, and his testing.

How do terrible leaders become so incompetent? Have you ever had a boss that made you wonder how they ever got promoted when they are inept? Have you ever seen someone hired to lead an organization and they left it far worse than they found it? How did they become so poor with their leadership and management skills? In this hilarious and entertaining satire, we learn that terrible leaders and managers might have actually gone to school to learn how to be poor at leading employees and managing organizations.

Gary Vonk is a life-long learner who has held senior positions in higher education and corporate leadership. A leader in higher education, as well as a faculty member and student mentor, Dr. Vonk has taught at the upper division university level in courses in business, management, and technology. He became a university professor in January of 2007 after a career of nearly thirty years in retailing and company turnaround management where he served as CEO, President and Senior Executive for a half dozen public and/or private companies. What’s in This Book for You? Simply put, you might read...

This is the story about a fictitious donut factory where all they do is make donuts. The production manager, a curious fellow with an even curious-er name - Mr. Sales Manager, is in charge of collecting the donuts and taking them to his regional manager, who then passes them on to the factory owner. One day Sales Manager's boss came to him with a direct order - "Sales...you have to make more donuts!" In fact they wanted Sales to make twice as many donuts, without adding staff or any other support. (Sound familiar?)

Approximately 75 percent of children who play organized sports quit by age 13. While there is no definitive answer about why, many researchers suggest that it is because of pressure from parents. One referee always likes to say that he equates kid’s soccer to a musical recital. Parents don’t yell instructions to their seven-year old when they are singing or playing the piano. They are not jumping up from their seats when the proper chord is struck, yelling, “Great job, Jimmy!” or “Big kick on the next chord!” Yet, they feel it is OK to do so on the soccer field. Why? A humorous ...

You don't have to be funny to be funny. It's true! While the general idea is that humor is inherent, Jean-Marc Toledano would beg to differ. Explore the science of laughter and the reason behind it with Half Serious Half Not, in which Jean-Marc discusses the topic in great detail and brings you the secret to being funny. The theme of the book is humor: what it is, the techniques, and how you too can be funny!

Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, was a transformative figure whose life and leadership reshaped American politics and global affairs. From his humble beginnings in small-town Illinois to his rise as a Hollywood actor, governor of California, and ultimately one of the most influential presidents in U.S. history, Reagan’s story is one of resilience, vision, and unwavering optimism. Known for his ability to inspire hope and his steadfast commitment to freedom, Reagan’s legacy continues to influence the world today. This biography takes readers on an immersive journey...

In this hysterical, astute book, HR industry expert Jim Dunn explores how humor can improve our professional environments and personal development by exploring questions like: How is humor a superpower for fostering collaborative environments? Are funny employees more effective? How can laughter turn crisis into connection and opportunity? How can instituting a culture of levity shape team dynamics and improve job satisfaction?

In this insightful and entertaining memoir, Dr. Sean Wall-Carty takes listeners on a journey through his diverse and impactful career. As a Professor, Lecturer, and Human Resources professional, Dr. Wall-Carty has dedicated his life to education and helping others navigate the complexities of professional life. His roles as a Town Councilman and former Deputy Town Supervisor highlight his deep commitment to public service and his community.

Fairways, Greens, Lost Balls & Bad Lies is an amusing, entertaining story about real golfers just like you and your golf comrades. You will hear about adventures of friends who share the thrill and torture of playing the game we love. Most importantly, you will laugh. Funny things happen on every golf course, and you will undoubtedly connect with the characters you will meet in this book. Golf stories are remembered long after golf scores are forgotten. Listening to this book will lift your spirit, and you may stumble upon a tip or two that will improve your handicap.

Taking the company into the 21st century was not going to be easy for Mr. Blue, Jr. His Chief of Staff, B.B. Queen, seemed to be getting with the program, while other sales executives were lagging behind. Faced with constant threats from those challenging his authority and the voice of Mr. Blue, Sr. echoing in his head, he and others find themselves involved in a series of games with plots and twists that keep them all on their toes, everyone vying for the prize. Who will advance? And who will be sent packing?

I am comedian/author/dudeman Marshall Chiles, and I will show you step-by-step proven methodologies to help add humor to your presentations in order to increase your persuasion and maximize your impact.

John Common and Mary Common started a common family in Common Town when they had the Common Twins. The Common family had uncommon dreams and goals, but they continued leading a very common life. Eventually, with all their commonality, they got common jobs and lost common jobs. They had to go on common unemployment and common disability. Their common lives have deteriorated into lives out of common control. Follow the Common Family as they learn through their common mistakes how to be uncommon again.

A hero will rise . . . Maks comes home to Appian for Solstice break, only to find the village in turmoil–poachers have struck the last standing forest on his planet. Maks jumps in to help, fighting age-old customs and flouting conventions that try to hold him hostage. He soon realizes that the world is even more complex than he thought, and standing up for the truth is tougher when it means going against your best friend. A standalone novella from the world of The Lightbound Saga.