Gender and status affect how humor comes across at work, research suggests. The findings show that humor in the workplace can be more challenging for women than for men. Factors include a woman’s ...

Researchers in a study analyzed how men and women react to humor in the workplace. The study found both high and low-status men, as well as high-status women, were viewed more positively when using ...

At the end of a job interview, the interviewer asks the applicant, who just graduated from college, "So what starting salary are you looking for?" The applicant responds, "About $150,000 a year, ...

This post was coauthored by CMC student Carly Kirsch. Workplaces are often stress-inducing. What can be done to lighten the work stress-load? Humor is one antidote. The Benefits of Humor There is good ...

We want work to be fun. And not just for fun’s sake—many people do their best work when they’re relaxed and feeling good. Humor can contribute to this vibe; laughter builds a sense of camaraderie ...