"So you're saying I'm a clown? I make you laugh. I'm here to amuse you?"~Tommy DeVito, Goodfellas Why don't more people list "sense of humor" as one of their strengths on a resume? In our opinion, managers and employees who could make people laugh were also some of the most successful. In this episode, Frank and Ian look at the benefits of humor in the workplace. In this episode: <ul><li>Using humor to differentiate yourself in a crowded field</li><li>The difference between a fun manager and a clown</li><li>When humor DOESN'T work</li><li>How to use gallows humor in tough times</li><li>Self-deprecation as an art form</li><li>Using humor to dodge difficult questions</li><li>Humor in delivering difficult feedback</li></ul>

"So you're saying I'm a clown? I make you laugh. I'm here to amuse you?" ~Tommy DeVito, Goodfellas Why don't more people list "sense of humor" as one of their strengths on a resume? In our opinion, managers and employees who could make people laugh were also some of the most successful. In this episode, Frank and Ian look at the benefits of humor in the workplace. In this episode: Using humor to differentiate yourself in a crowded fieldThe difference between a fun manager and a clownWhen humor DOESN'T workHow to use gallows humor in tough timesSelf-deprecation as an art formUsing humor to dodge difficult questionsHumor in delivering difficult feedback

Is Humor A Business Skill?

Stop playing small and start winning the game of business. Let Me Speak To A Manager is the definitive podcast for management training, career navigation, and high-stakes negotiation. Hosted by Frank Cava and Ian Mathews, this show pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to build wealth, lead elite teams, and master the psychology of business. Frank (CEO of Cava Companies) and Ian (CEO of 5on4 Group) bypass the fluff of "business school theory" to give you raw, actionable strategies from their 50 years of combined experience in Fortune 500 executive leadership and entrepreneurship. Each week, we dive into: <ul><li>Career Advancement: How to ask for a raise, land a promotion, and stand out in any company.</li></ul> <ul><li>Leadership &amp; Culture: Building high-performing teams and scalable business cultures.</li></ul> <ul><li>Sales &amp; Persuasion: Mastering the art of the deal and the psychology of marketing.</li></ul> <ul><li>The Success Mindset: Overcoming procrastination and glass ceilings to achieve your goals.</li></ul> Whether you are a first-time manager, an aspiring executive, or a founder building from scratch, Frank and Ian offer a unique, blunt, and often humorous "riff" on the triumphs and failures of the corporate world. Join us to get the inside track on how to make yourself the most valuable person in the room.

Business

Entrepreneurship

Careers

Management

Stop playing small and start winning the game of business. Let Me Speak To A Manager is the definitive podcast for management training, career navigation, and high-stakes negotiation. Hosted by Frank Cava and Ian Mathews, this show pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to build wealth, lead elite teams, and master the psychology of business. Frank (CEO of Cava Companies) and Ian (CEO of 5on4 Group) bypass the fluff of "business school theory" to give you raw, actionable strategies from their 50 years of combined experience in Fortune 500 executive leadership and entrepreneurship. Each week, we dive into: Career Advancement: How to ask for a raise, land a promotion, and stand out in any company. Leadership & Culture: Building high-performing teams and scalable business cultures. Sales & Persuasion: Mastering the art of the deal and the psychology of marketing. The Success Mindset: Overcoming procrastination and glass ceilings to achieve your goals. Whether you are a first-time manager, an aspiring executive, or a founder building from scratch, Frank and Ian offer a unique, blunt, and often humorous "riff" on the triumphs and failures of the corporate world. Join us to get the inside track on how to make yourself the most valuable person in the room.

Share Is Humor A Business Skill?

Sign up to save your podcasts

Is Humor A Business Skill?

Is Humor A Business Skill?

More shows like Let Me Speak To A Manager

The Daily

Animal Spirits Podcast

Disruptors

Dateline NBC

All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg

The Walker Webcast