HUMOR THAT WORKS Phew, I know that was a lot of text, but all of it’s important for setting the stage for using humor in the workplace. To make sure you didn’t miss anything, here are the three key takeaways from this chapter: Key Takeaway #1 Humor is anything that causes amusement. Therefore, using humor in the workplace doesn’t mean becoming a comedian or a clown; it means making the workplace a better place by adding some amusement. Key Takeaway #2 Humor provides a wealth of benefits. From improved health to increased productivity to more happiness, humor may just very well save your life (if not medically, mentally). Key Takeaway #3 Humor can be positive or negative. Positive is more appropriate for the workplace because it builds up instead of tears down. So be positive. And now, without further ado, let’s add some humor! 10