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Highlights
- Transform your connections and leadership with five research-backed humor tactics to master authentic workplace comedy, boost team engagement, and lead with laughter.
- About the Author: Adam Christing brings people together with humor and heart!
- 192 Pages
- Humor, Topic
Description
Book Synopsis
Transform your connections and leadership with five research-backed humor tactics to master authentic workplace comedy, boost team engagement, and lead with laughter. Discover the secret weapon that transforms relationships, boosts creativity, and enhances leadership: humor. The Laughter Factor reveals how laughter isn't just a source of joy but also a powerful tool for connection and success. Whether you're a leader, teacher, salesperson, or simply someone seeking stronger relationships, this book equips you with five humor tactics to captivate, connect, and inspire. With decades of experience as a comedian and keynote speaker, author Adam Christing shares his proven methods to make humor work for anyone, anywhere. Here are his five fundamental humor strategies:- Surprise--Use the power of the unexpected to delight and captivate.
- Poke--Master the art of self-deprecating humor and gentle teasing.
- In-jokes--Foster bonds through shared laughter and unique moments.
- Wordplay--Enhance your wit with clever banter and sharp language.
- Amplify--Turn ordinary stories into extraordinary, memorable moments.
Humor is the ticket to breaking barriers, fostering trust, and standing out in personal and professional settings. From boosting leadership presence to lightening tense situations, The Laughter Factor is the ultimate guide to wielding humor as a force for good.
Review Quotes
"Nothing connects people like laughter. Adam shows how to make the magic happen!"
--John C. Maxwell, America's #1 leadership authority "Humor is a superpower, and Adam Christing hands you the cape! This book is a fun-filled guide for bringing laughter into your life and leadership."
--Bob Goff, New York Times bestselling author of Catching Whimsy: 365 Days of Possibility "This is a must-read for anyone wishing they had a funny bone (you do--read this book!). Adam beautifully illustrates how to tap into the power of connection through humor."
--Leanne Ely, Founder, SavingDinner.com, and New York Times bestselling author "Get ready to delight your people and deepen your influence! Laughter is a powerful tool for leaders. Adam shows you how to harness humor for impact."
--Tom De Vries, former President, Global Leadership Network
About the Author
Adam Christing brings people together with humor and heart! He is a laughter expert, popular keynote speaker, and award-winning event emcee. Adam has delighted more than two million people across forty-nine of the fifty US states and internationally. He serves as president of CleanComedians.com and is a member of Hollywood's world-famous Magic Castle. Featured on Harvard Business Review's IdeaCast and over 100 top podcasts and TV programs, Adam inspires leaders to empower their teams with positive humor and authenticity.Dimensions (Overall): 8.7 Inches (H) x 6.1 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 192
Genre: Humor
Sub-Genre: Topic
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Theme: Business & Professional
Format: Paperback
Author: Adam Christing
Language: English
Street Date: September 16, 2025
TCIN: 94465996
UPC: 9798890570802
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-7116
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
Shipping details
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Estimated ship weight: 0.5 pounds
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