Lead with Self-Deprecating Humor

Ever had a boss who you thought was funny? You know, the sort of person who would crack a joke about themselves in the right setting to put everyone at ease? Joking about yourself in the right tone is self-deprecating and is used to lower status differences and build trust. Researchers from top institutions, namely Seattle University’s Albers School of Business, Queen’s University School of Business, and University of Manitoba have been looking at the positive and negative effects of using humor when you’re a leader. And the results are conclusive: getting it just right will benefit everyone. During this course, we’ll look deeper at the research, explore the benefits of self-deprecating humor, and help you increase your credibility as a leader.