The Levity Effect: Why it Pays to Lighten Up

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

Spis treści:
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.

Nota biograficzna:
Adrian Gostick is the author of the New York Times bestsellers The Invisible Employee and The Carrot Principle, as well as the BusinessWeek bestseller A Carrot a Day, The Integrity Advantage, and The 24–Carrot Manager.
Scott Christopher is an author, speaker, and regular columnist for Workplace HR magazine. He is the author of the book Lighten Up, as well as a film and television actor.

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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