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Leaders who use humor are seen as more confident, competent and get better results – if they do it the right way. Andrew Tarvin is the CEO of Humor That Works and author of the book by the same name. He shares how leaders can use humor as a serious tool for better results. But it's not about being haha funny or being a slap-on-the-back kinda boss. It's about bringing lightness to leadership that increases performance, status and – yes – makes work a little more fun. Andrew shares compelling insights into why humor is no longer a nice-to-have, but a crucial skill for professionals looking to enhance morale, manage stress, improve communication, and even boost their status.You will discover the critical difference between humor and comedy in a professional setting, learn practical techniques for incorporating appropriate humor into presentations and daily interactions, and understand how humor enhances your perceived confidence and competence. Andrew debunks common myths about humor in the workplace and provides actionable strategies for making work more engaging and, ultimately, more effective. Give this episode a listen and let's make work a little less "worky." Find out more about Andrew Tarvin https://drewtarvin.com/ Make sure you're subscribed to the Speak Like a CEO newsletter to become a top 1% communicator: https://eoipsocommunications.com/newsletter/Do you want to speak with confidence, inspire your team, and accelerate your career? You can now join the Speak Like a CEO Academy and work with Oliver over the next 90 days to become a top 1% communicator and transform your career:https://speaklikeaceoacademy.com/
Andrew Tarvin is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He has worked with thousands of people at 200+ organizations, including P&G, GE, and Microsoft. In 2025, Andrew became Director of International Humor Month for AATH. Combining his background as a project manager at Procter & Gamble with his experience as an international comedian, Andrew's program are engaging, entertaining, and most important, effective. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and TEDx, and has delivered programs in 50 states, 18 countries, and 3 continents. He loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. https://www.aath.org/humor-month https://www.humorthatworks.com/
“To create content — it's got to give you pleasure, it can't be a chore. Be honest with yourself. If you're putting goodness out into the world consistently, something's going to hit — trust that process.”Whether you've got a corporate job, a side hustle (like a podcast or three), or are even a full-time entrepreneur or entertainer, the idea of ‘content creation' has become increasingly important. But what if the act of marketing content becomes more work than the actual act of making actually good content? Inspired by a recent NY Times article, P&G Alums Drew Tarvin (Humor That Works) + Bob Gilbreath (the Workaround) got together to discuss and debate their own approaches to all that is creating content. This is a special “topic-driven” episode where we bring together P&G Alum experts to share their personal learnings. Got an idea for a future “Learnings from Leaders” episode? Reach out atpgalumpod@gmail.comLEARN MOREnytimes.com/2024/12/31/arts/television/netflix-comedy-marketing.htmlBob Gilbreath newsletters "the Workaround" -behearty.substack.comDrew Tarvin:drewtarvin.com/
As we wrap 2024, here's the year's “minority voices for all our majority ears.” While it's certainly been a long and winding year, we hope our conversations have shared some relief and perspective. So why not give us the gift of a fresh 5-star review? apple.co/2Le6lpM Featuring the voices of Kamala Harris, Isaac Saul, Edel Rodriguez, Kris Stith, Ed Rigaud, Najoh Tita-Reid, John Pepper, Ursula Jones, Linda Clement-Holmes, Bonnie Wan, Bernice Ang, Manreet Sodhi Someshwar, Seif Hamid, Claire Yoon-Elvers, Andrew Tarvin, Veera Hiranandani, Mariko Tamaki, Sudha Ranganathan, Ida Abdalkhani, Wendy Nguyen, Nir Eyal, Kathy Macleoud, Lisa Angulo Reid, Chris Schmicker, Vanessa Huynh, and Pedro Martin. Heard something you liked? Be sure to go back and check out each guest's full episode. And special thanks to YOU for your continued support of our podcast and amazing guests! As we march ahead into a very interesting 2025, let us know what YOU think - himom@modmypod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do you get laughs when you speak? Are you naturally funny? While humor comes easily for some, many of us struggle to be witty on stage. On this episode of The Wealthy Speaker Show, we are thrilled to welcome Andrew Tarvin to share some strategies on how you can inject some comic relief into your keynote.If you would like some great ideas on how you can be funnier and keep your audience engaged, you simply can't afford to miss this episode.For access to FULL SHOW NOTES, including video and links, visit https://www.speakerlauncher.com/category/podcasts/
Humor is something that transcends most barriers. It is a common unification; a concept understood by all. Despite this, there exists a large portion of the population that does not think they can utilize humor. Andrew Tarvin will show you that everyone can use humor. Andrew Tarvin is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He has worked with thousands of people at 200+ organizations, including P&G, GE, and Microsoft. Combining his background as a project manager at Procter & Gamble with his experience as an international comedian, Andrew's program are engaging, entertaining, and most important, effective. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and TEDx, and has delivered programs in 50 states, 18 countries, and 3 continents. He loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/getu-chandler/support
It's always an exciting moment for me to release these 5-Bullet Point Episodes. It's a time for me to reflect on the past 5 episodes and the incredible guests I've had the chance to talk to. Made for you, these 5-Bullet Point Episodes serve as a way to gain insights through short clips from the previous 5 episodes, helping you check out which ones you might find interesting enough to listen to the full interview. Moreover, these episodes can provide a boost of insights and inspiration to brighten your day. That's actually another reason why I love creating and listening to them myself.However you choose to use this episode, I hope it can be helpful to you. And remember, the other 5-Bullet Point Episodes can be helpful in the same way as this one. Show notes can be found here: https://theipsproject.com/2024/07/the-5-bullet-point-episode-eps-36-40/ _______
Known for his unforgettable TED Talk that took the world by storm, Andrew has captivated audiences with his unique blend of comedy and expertise. Join us here for a dose of lightheartedness, witty wisdom, and practical tips to navigate life's challenges while keeping a smile on your face.https://drewtarvin.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Andrew Tarvin is a Humor Engineer. He's also a longtime FrieMMd of the Pod, and Raman's other, other podcast host. Drew joins us for another conversation about the importance of getting your latest COVID latest vaccine - sponsored by the US department of Health & Human Services. Drew's an internationally known speaker and trainer - who once a digital nomad, now travels the world with his wife and young daughter. We chat about how vaccines have changed his work and life for the better - making so much more possible. Also, why vanilla milkshakes aren't necessarily a bad thing for being an honorary Modern Minority (host) LEARN ABOUT DREW DrewTarvin.com “the Skill of Humor” - youtu.be/MdZAMSyn_As Our OTHER Pod: “Learnings from Leaders” - pgalums.com/podcast MENTIONS: PLACE: Panama: youtu.be/fuKDBPw8wQA PLACE: Suriname: wikipedia.org/wiki/Suriname BOOK: Humor Seriously: goodreads.com/en/book/show/52578860 PLACE: Graeter's Ice Cream (Cincinnati) COMEDY: Nate Bargatze “Hello World” - amazon.com/Nate-Bargatze-Hello-World/dp/B0B856WWSB This episode is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, who's encouraging you and your community to make sure you've got your updated COVID-19 Vaccines. We can do this. Find updated vaccines near you @ VACCINES.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
(An)drew Tarvin is a proven businessperson and engineer, having delivered exceptional results at companies large and small. Prior to starting Humor That Works, Andrew was a global project manager at Procter & Gamble where he successfully led initiatives for a $350 million business. It was there that he developed, tested, and refined many of the examples in this book so you know it s not just fluff these ways actually work. Are you stressed out at work? Do you feel like you're in a rut? Are you looking for a way to step up your game? Do you realize that you spend 33% of your waking hours at your job and therefore want to learn to enjoy it more? If you answered "yes" to any of the above (or just want to learn how to use humor in the workplace), Andrew's new book The Skill of Humor Playbook is the book for you. Andrew shares with Lou how this playbook came to be, it's invaluable message and tactics all while Lou dons different cowboy hats. We know what you're thinking: “Surely you can't be serious?” We are, and stop calling us Shirley. She shares this and more with Lou Diamond on Thrive LouD. ***CONNECT WITH LOU DIAMOND & THRIVE LOUD***
“I didn't realize how much I missed live events — and then I did that first in-person again. And the laughter is amazing - this is what that energy feels like. So for me having the vaccines helps me be able to do that.” Andrew Tarvin is a Humor Engineer. He's also a longtime FrieMMd of the Pod, and Raman's other, other podcast host. Drew joins us for another conversation about the importance of getting your latest COVID latest vaccine - sponsored by the US department of Health & Human Services. Drew's an internationally known speaker and trainer - who once a digital nomad, now travels the world with his wife and young daughter. We chat about how vaccines have changed his work and life for the better - making so much more possible. Also, why vanilla milkshakes aren't necessarily a bad thing for being an honorary Modern Minority (host) LEARN ABOUT DREW DrewTarvin.com “the Skill of Humor” - youtu.be/MdZAMSyn_As Our OTHER Pod: “Learnings from Leaders” - pgalums.com/podcast MENTIONS: PLACE: Panama: youtu.be/fuKDBPw8wQA PLACE: Suriname: wikipedia.org/wiki/Suriname BOOK: Humor Seriously: goodreads.com/en/book/show/52578860 PLACE: Graeter's Ice Cream (Cincinnati) COMEDY: Nate Bargatze “Hello World” - amazon.com/Nate-Bargatze-Hello-World/dp/B0B856WWSB This episode is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, who's encouraging you and your community to make sure you've got your updated COVID-19 Vaccines. We can do this. Find updated vaccines near you @ VACCINES.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
“The most important part of humor in the workplace isn't the humor — it's the outcome, which is it's fun. Bracken Darrell is President & CEO of Logitech - where for more than a decade he's been the driver for Logitech's continued growth and profitability. Prior to joining Logitech, Bracken spent a decade in executive roles @ Whirlpool, Braun, and General Electric - and also worked in brand management at P&G. Prior to receiving his MBA from Harvard, Bracken worked at Arthur Anderson and PepsiCo. Bracken's a longtime “Friend of the Pod” - so we wanted to feature another chat he had with our favorite Humor Engineer and Co-host Andrew Tarvin, in one of Drew's ”Humor Talks.” You'll enjoy hearing Bracken share his recognition in the power of humor for creating a fun workplace. Now more than ever, it's important to be able to be your authentic self at work, and for so many people, that includes humor. But Bracken knows that humor at work doesn't have to mean telling jokes (he doesn't think he's a particularly funny person) - he's more in the moment, improvising or reacting quickly to what is said - a great mindset to building humor. This conversation may also stories about Jack Welch, and the naming of a cat in this candid conversation that no surprise, is a fun one.
Andrew Tarvin is the CEO of Humor That Works, a leadership development company that teaches professionals how to use humor to achieve better business results. He has partnered with top organizations–including IBM, NASA, and the FBI–to solve human challenges with humor solutions. A best-selling author, Andrew has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc, and FastCompany, and was named a ‘Visionary Under 40' by the P&G Alumni Network. His TEDx talk on the skill of humor has been viewed more than twelve million times, only half of which were his mother. He loves chocolate and tweeting puns. Learn more about Andrew here!Learn more about Path to Podcast Success here!
Andrew Tarvin is a master speaker on the topic of humor and he joins us to help you do the same. So many people assume you can only make money from comedy as a stand-up comedian, but Andrew shares the many other ways to monetize this skill. You will leave this interview with a clear understanding of how to use humor beyond stand-up comedy that helps you make a living being funny. Listen, learn, share! Connect with Andrew here: https://drewtarvin.com/ (https://drewtarvin.com/) Check out our classes and workshops here: https://hotbreathmedia.com/ (https://hotbreathmedia.com/) Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/HotBreathPod (https://www.youtube.com/c/HotBreathPod)
We welcome back Andrew Tarvin, who calls himself "the world's first humor engineer", teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He's worked with hundreds of organizations around the world, helping them to use humor to achieve happiness and success in the workplace. Andrew is the author of several books on humor, including his latest, "Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work". His website is https://drewtarvin.com/ Note: This episode was previously aired. Thanks to our sponsor of this episode!: Ritual's Essential Protein is a delicious, plant-based protein powder with three distinct formulas designed to meet the body's changing protein needs during different life stages. There's Daily Shake 18+, Daily Shake 50+ and Daily Shake Pregnancy and Postpartum. Each of these three thoughtful formulas contains 20 grams of pea protein per serving. Ritual's Essential Protein powder is a good foundation for your health that's easy to incorporate into your daily rituals—just add water, shake and sip! Ritual offers a super flexible subscription service with free shipping for subscribers, free, easy cancellation and a money-back guarantee within the trial period. Ready to shake up your protein Ritual? Our Nobody Told Me! listeners get 10% off during your first 3 months at ritual.com/NTM.
“Politics is all about empathy — people believing that you understand their plight, their issue, their life — and that you have a plan to help them.” Aftab Pureval is the Mayor of the city of Cincinnati. As Cincinnati's 70th Mayor, Aftab has made equitable economic growth a top priority of his administration, as well as a comprehensive reform and improvement of public safety, affordable housing, and environmental action. Formerly serving as the first Democrat to be elected Hamilton County Clerk of Courts in over 100 years, Aftab opened an award-winning Help Center and became the first countywide officeholder in Ohio to offer paid family leave. Mayor Aftab was born and raised in Southwest Ohio - he attended The Ohio State University and the University of Cincinnati College of Law where he represented victims of domestic violence who could not afford an attorney. Aftab served as a Special Assistant U.S. Attorney and worked as an attorney at Procter & Gamble working on brands like Olay. Mayor Aftab lives in Clifton with his wife and sons. This is a special episode from one of Raman's other podcasts - and NOT the one about comic books. On Learnings from Leaders: the P&G Alumni Podcast (pgalums.com/podcast), Raman and a few friends connect with fellow Alums from P&G - a company known for its purpose, values, and principles — for mentorship chats for the next generation of leaders. One of Raman's podcast co-hosts is Andrew Tarvin, who he's known almost as long as Sharon. Drew led had the chance to sit down with the mayor of Cincinnati - a town near and dear to our hearts - Mayor Aftab Pureval. And you can guess from Aftab's name, sometimes folks ask where he's really from. You'll enjoy this candid conversation about redefining what a name means - and showing up for what matters. This episode is sponsored by the Department of Health & Human Services, who's encouraging you and your community to make sure you've got the COVID-19 Vaccine & Booster. We can do this, together. Find vaccines and boosters near you @ VACCINES.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Andrew Tarvin is the CEO of Humor That Works, a leadership development company that teaches professionals how to use humor to achieve better business results. He has partnered with top organizations--including IBM, NASA, and the FBI--to solve human challenges with humor solutions. A best-selling author, Andrew has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc, and FastCompany, and was named a ‘Visionary Under 40' by the P&G Alumni Network. His TEDx talk on the skill of humor has been viewed more than twelve million times, only half of which were by his mother. He loves chocolate and tweeting puns.Connecting with AndrewWebsite: Humor That Works Social MediaLinkedIn TwitterInstagramYouTubeResources Mentioned in This EpisodeBook: How to Be Perfect: The Correct Answer to Every Moral Question by Michael SchurTelevision Show: The Good PlaceTelevision Show: What We Do In The ShadowsA Quote From This Episode"If people are laughing, then they're listening."About The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in the study, practice, and teaching of leadership. Plan for ILA's 24th Global Conference online on October 6 & 7, 2022, and/or onsite in Washington, D.C., October 13-16, 2022. Register for the 24th Global Conference here!The Prometheus ProjectAbout The Prometheus ProjectFocus Series Experience - Immunity to Change workshopMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are important views to be aware of. Nothing can replace your own research and exploration.Connect with Scott AllenWebsite
Want to improve engagement within your community? Want to motivate people on your team better? Heck…want to motivate YOURSELF more? Have you ever considered that being funnier might help? Hang in with me for a sec… Our guest this week, https://www.humorthatworks.com (Andrew Tarvin) is the CEO of Humor That Works. A former commuter engineer turned comedian, Andrew works with organizations to help them be more effective using…you guessed it, humor. ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES HERE:https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/bestwaytopromote ( )https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/andrewtarvin (https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/andrewtarvin) Making the World Better with Gamification (referenced in the show): https://www.heatherparady.com/blog/yukaichou TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE: Why does humor MATTER in developing your career? The 7 ways to express humor Getting comfortable with putting yourself “out there” When is it appropriate to use humor? CONNECT WITH ANDREW TARVIN: Website: https://www.humorthatworks.com (https://www.humorthatworks.com) Take the Quiz: https://humor.me/community (https://humor.me/community) CONNECT WITH US! Facebook Group:https://bit.ly/2lPut5A ( https://bit.ly/2lPut5A) Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady ( https://www.youtube.com/heatherparady) Follow Heather on IG:https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/ (https://www.instagram.com/heatherparady/) Follow Heather on Twitter: https://twitter.com/heatherparady (https://twitter.com/heatherparady) * Disclaimer* This content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. We are not giving financial or investment advice. Mentioned in this episode: Journey Mapping Workshop https://communitybuilders.captivate.fm/mapping (Journey Mapping)
TED talks are "Ideas Worth Spreading" - short talks and presentations that have lit up the internet since 2006. But did you know a # of Alums have shared TEDx talks at official events with their communities? We're featuring THREE such TEDx talks from co-hosts - Andrew Tarvin, Ida Abdalkhani, and Rajiv Satyal — all of which have amassed more than a few views online - and share one important theme in common (a coincidence, we promise!). We guarantee you'll enjoy these talks, and hopefully learn a little something along the way. And if you're a P&G Alumni with a TEDx talk - shoot us a note - pgalumpod@gmail.com - and maybe we'll feature your TEDx talk on a future P&G Alumni Podcast! Andrew Tarvin: "The Skill of Humor" - TEDxTAMU (June 2017) - https://youtu.be/MdZAMSyn_As Ida Abdalkhani: "Happier in 5 Minutes" - TEDxOhioStateUniversity (March 2015) - https://youtu.be/-HJG63EXCmw Rajiv Satyal: "Today's Jester: The Comedian" TEDxUCincinnati (June 2016) - https://youtu.be/rgAgwDTju-M
Today I'm joined by Andrew Tarvin; TEDx speaker, author, and corporate humorist. Drew has spent the last several years speaking and writing about how humor can improve productivity and workplace enjoyment. Too many people are unsatisfied with the the work they do and with 90,000 hours of our life dedicated to work, it's time to put a little fun into our day. Drew talks about different humor types, how to improve humor in the workplace, the difference between humor and comedy, and much more. Tune in for ways to make your work more fun and add a smile to your day. If you're looking for more information about your humor profile or adding humor into your workplace check out this link: https://humor.me/great Looking to connect with Andrew through social media: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube The Edge of Greatness Summit September 2-4, sign up here. Edge of Greatness Newsletter Order your signed copy of Be Great here. Be Great is also available on Amazon. If you'd like to connect more with myself you can find me on Twitter @Coach_Schultz or at The Edge of Greatness Project. Hope you enjoy today's episode. Please take a moment now to subscribe. I would also appreciate feedback on how we're doing so if you would leave a rating and review you can help guide the direction of future episodes. Thanks for listening. If you are looking to hear my speech from the CTD Clinic check it out here. Make sure you take a minute to subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyJSZK07ki5-eywRGIZmw7g/featured we will be adding videos as weekly. Here's a link to the new Be Great t-shirt. Please don't forget to check out www.theedgeofgreatnessproject.com for updates and apparel to support your quest for greatness.
Today I'm joined by Andrew Tarvin; TEDx speaker, author, and corporate humorist. Drew has spent the last several years speaking and writing about how humor can improve productivity and workplace enjoyment. Too many people are unsatisfied with the the work they do and with 90,000 hours of our life dedicated to work, it's time to put a little fun into our day. Drew talks about different humor types, how to improve humor in the workplace, the difference between humor and comedy, and much more. Tune in for ways to make your work more fun and add a smile to your day.If you're looking for more information about your humor profile or adding humor into your workplace check out this link: https://humor.me/greatLooking to connect with Andrew through social media: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTubeThe Edge of Greatness Summit September 2-4, sign up here.Edge of Greatness NewsletterOrder your signed copy of Be Great here.Be Great is also available on Amazon.If you'd like to connect more with myself you can find me on Twitter @Coach_Schultz or at The Edge of Greatness Project.Hope you enjoy today's episode. Please take a moment now to subscribe. I would also appreciate feedback on how we're doing so if you would leave a rating and review you can help guide the direction of future episodes. Thanks for listening.If you are looking to hear my speech from the CTD Clinic check it out here.Make sure you take a minute to subscribe to our new YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyJSZK07ki5-eywRGIZmw7g/featured we will be adding videos as weekly.Here's a link to the new Be Great t-shirt.Please don't forget to check out www.theedgeofgreatnessproject.com for updates and apparel to support your quest for greatness.
How many Corporate Humorists do you know? Honestly I'd be shocked if you know any other than the one and only Andrew Tarvin. After all, he is the one that decided to create his own business cards with that title while he was working as an IT Project Manager at Procter & Gamble. From there he started adding jokes to the ends of my emails, volunteered to MC meetings he wasn't invited to, and got a nameplate for his cubicle wall. Over his 10+ year career As the CEO of Humor That Works, Drew has helped people use humor to be more effective. He has been a part of more than 500 events for more than 70,000 people in all 50 states, 50-plus countries, 6 continents, and 1 planet (Earth). He has three books, including the best-seller Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FastCompany. In addition to his TedX talk being viewed more than 12 million times, he has performed in more than 1,000 shows all around the world, has appeared on VH1, WSJ Live, and - brace yourself - was a model, for one photo session, at the age of 6 years old. Enjoy learning how humor at work can help you be more effective with the hardest thing Drew found he had to manage: fellow human beings. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn Andrew Tarvin's Website FREE Resources and Humor Assessment Looking to ignite a spark in your purpose? Book Katie for your Event Connect with Katie on LinkedIn Follow the Podcast on Instagram
"Humor is a way to deal with failure, because you'll be onto something much bigger. Nothing is the defining moment of your life — if you don't let it be.” Did you know that several P&G Alumni have become (inter)nationally known stand up comedians? In honor of World Laughter Day (May 1st), we decided to go deeper and chat with not one, not two, but THREE P&G alumni who are now full-time in the world of comedy — Greg Warren, Josh Sneed, and Rajiv Satyal. And if you count P&G Alumni Podcast co-host Drew Tarvin as a “Humor Engineer” - consider it 3.5 P&G Alumni Comedians. We want to learn about life as a creative entrepreneur, how humor applies to work, and how a business mindset can help anyone in their passion project - because when comedy is your day job, it's no joke. Our guests for this very special (and funny) episode... Greg Warren is a nationally touring headliner and has been featured on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central Presents, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, BET and CMT. He is a fan favorite on the nationally syndicated Bob and Tom Radio Show and can be heard daily on Sirius/XM. Prior to becoming a full-time comedian, Greg spent 10 years at P&G as an account executive for brands like Pringles and Folgers, and as a project manager at the GO in Cincinnati. He's currently based in St Louis, MO. You can see Greg's recent special, Where the Field Corn Grows on Amazon Prime Video - https://amzn.to/39pXxfT Josh Sneed is a nationally touring comedian with appearances on Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing, and Dry Bar Comedy with clips from his special having been viewed more than 50 million times. He has performed at the prestigious “Just For Laughs” Comedy Festival in Montreal, the Aspen Comedy Festival, and was chosen by Comedy Central to perform in their inaugural South Beach Comedy Festival. Prior to becoming a comedian, Josh spent five years at working in corporate IT, including time as a systems analyst for P&G in Cincinnati, where he still resides. Check out Josh's special “Life's Better When You're Fat” on YouTube, by Dry Bar Comedy https://youtu.be/Q-C9mPu7r_4 Rajiv Satyal is the first and only comedian to perform standup on all seven continents Rajiv co-created the world-touring Make Chai Not War, a Hindu/Muslim stand-up show sponsored by The U.S. State Dept and he's opened for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rajiv hosts the talk show “What Do You Bring to the Table,” (now in it's 2nd season), and his massively viral I AM INDIAN video has been seen over 50 million times. Prior to becoming a full-time comedian, Rajiv worked as an ABM and account director at P&G, including driving award-winning word of mouth campaigns for P&G and external brands such as Coca Cola and Microsoft. He's currently based in LA. https://rajivsatyal.com/ Drew Tarvin is an accomplished author and speaker - having done over 1000 shows as an improv and stand-up comedian, have performed in all 50 states, 30 countries, and 1 planet (Earth). Drew's TEDx talk on the skill of humor has been viewed more than 10 MILLION times. Drew's also the co-founding co-host of Learnings from Leaders (this podcast) and CEO / Founder Humor That Works, a training firm that helps businesses get better results while having more fun - humorthatworks.com
In this episode we will talk about Humor with Andrew Tarvin. He is a Humor Engineer. While he started his career in the world of computer science, he is a now a speaker and coach who teaches people and organizations how to use humor to be more effective while having fun. In this episode we talk about this transition in his career, the steps you can take to apply humor and the different personas you will find in the workplace. You can find out who you are via the website humorthatworks.com. You can see his TEDx Talk here. If you want to receive more information, subscribe to my newsletter via https://www.hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com/ Connect with me via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yadiraycaro/ or email me at yadi@hardcoresoftskillspodcast.com
A former engineer by profession, Drew calls himself “a humor engineer”, in that he is teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. Andrew Tarvin is the CEO of Humor That Works, a leadership development company that teaches professionals how to use humor to achieve better business results. He has partnered with top organizations–including IBM, the UN, and the FBI–to solve human challenges with humor solutions. A best-selling author, Andrew has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc, and FastCompany, and was named a ‘Visionary Under 40' by the P&G Alumni Network. His TEDx talk on The Skill of Humor has been viewed more than ten million times, only half of which were his mother. He loves chocolate and tweeting puns. [TAKE THE HUMOR PERSONA TEST!] The Stephan Dyer Podcast is produced by Narzely Guevara and edited by Carlos Bolivar. #TheStephanDyerPodcast
In today's episode, we're talking about how to use humor, even if you proclaim to be "not funny", and how to get better results (more money) from it. To help us with this, we've brought in Andrew Tarvin! Andrew is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He has worked with thousands of people at 200+ organizations, including P&G, GE, and Microsoft. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and TEDx, and has delivered programs in 50 states, 18 countries, and 3 continents. He loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. He also says 5 puns throughout the episode. Will you find them all? Let's find out! Show Notes: ✅. Take Andrew's free Humor Assessment: https://humor.me/speakerflow
Andrew Tarvin is a seasoned public speaker and author, with a TED talk called “The Skill of Humor” that's garnered over 11 million views as of this taping. He's the author of 3 bestselling books on humor, and he's delivered over 500 talks on humor to some of the largest companies in the world. Follow me on Instagram: @therosspalmer
Andrew Tarvin, author of Humor That Works: The Missing Skill for Success and Happiness at Work, talks about how people need to learn how to incorporate humor into their professional lives in order to be more productive and achieve better results. Tarvin wanted to write a book that was actionable, that people could read and immediately start implementing humor into their workplace. He says that people “learn skills to be effective at our jobs, but never learn the skills to actually enjoy our jobs.” The most important thing Tarvin feels is understanding your humor M.A.P. – Medium, Audience and Purpose. Tarvin stresses that in the workplace it's less about being a comedian, it's about being effective. Humor enhances positivity and, with 83 percent of Americans feeling stressed out at work, the book is about how to use humor to execute faster, communicate better and connect – or lead – further. After all, “It's less about doing what you love than loving what you do.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
To achieve success and happiness in the workplace, it's not about changing what you do, but how you do it. People who use humor at work are more productive, less stressed, and happier. In our fall opener of PEO Leadership's The Way Forward Live Webcast series, we hosted a conversation with Andrew Tarvin, humor engineer, leadership expert and author of Humor That Works. The current way of working isn't actually working. 83% of Americans are stressed out at work, 55% are unsatisfied with their jobs, and 47% struggle to stay happy. Today, 18 months into this pandemic, workers are quitting their jobs in record numbers. What are you and your leadership team doing to retain, inspire and engage your people and attract great talent?The purpose of Humor That Works is to provide you with a compact, cohesive resource for understanding the ‘what', ‘why', and ‘how' of using humor at work. The goal is to make you a better leader by implementing specific strategies, you'll not only get better results, you'll also have more fun. This is a way of working that is different and effective. Choosing a humor mindset means understanding the various styles of humor and knowing which are appropriate for the workplace.In this session, Andrew Tarvin will discuss how to use humor to: Be a better leaderTo think more creativelyTo execute with excellenceTo communicate more effectivelyTo create better connections in your professional and personal life
Andrew Tarvin (or as he prefers, Drew Tarvin) is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching thousands of people at over 200 organizations, including P&G, GE, and Microsoft how to get better results while having more fun. He is a best-selling author of a couple of books (my favorite being Humor That Works), he has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and TEDx, and has delivered programs in 50 states, 18 countries, and 3 continents. And in the spirit of the topic, he loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. He and I talk about how to use humor to communicate and motivate people.
The InPursuit Podcast: Insights from the Education & Workplace Lifecycles
Join us for a hilarious walk into the power of laughter; for our students; for ourselves; for our souls. Andrew Tarvin is the CEO of Humor That Works, a leadership development company that teaches professionals how to use humor to achieve better business results. He has partnered with top organizations–including IBM, the UN, and the FBI–to solve human challenges with humor solutions. A best-selling author, Andrew has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc, and FastCompany, and was named a ‘Visionary Under 40' by the P&G Alumni Network. His TEDx talk on the skill of humor has been viewed more than nine million times, only half of which were his mother. He loves chocolate and tweeting puns. Find him at www.humorthatworks.org Or on Instagram @DrewTarvin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Andrew Tarvin was like many of us who found office life to be a little dull until he started applying his improv comedy background into the workplace. Fast forward to today and Andrew is a bestselling author, has a Tedx talk with over 10 million views and founded his own company, Humor That Works, where he helps organizations get better results while having fun at work. Hear how this humor engineer crafts a comedy routine for the workplace that won't get you fired and how it can stimulate creativity.
Join us on Wednesday, June 9th @ 6pm EST for an exciting conversation discussing humor as a skill with Andrew Tarvin, CEO of Humor That Works, a leadership development company that teaches professionals how to use humor to achieve better business results. Andrew has partnered with top organizations–including IBM, the UN, and the FBI–to solve human challenges with humor solutions. Combining his background as a project manager at Procter & Gamble with his experience as a stand-up comedian, he reverse engineers the skill of humor in a way that is practical, actionable, and gets results in the workplace. A best-selling author, Andrew has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Inc, and FastCompany, and was named a ‘Visionary Under 40' by the P&G Alumni Network. His TEDx talk on the skill of humor has been viewed more than nine million times, only half of which were his mother. He loves chocolate and tweeting puns!
It’s not a coincidence that some of the most successful leaders are funny. Balanced humor in a professional setting is how you build trust and have a significant impact. Andrew Tarvin is the Founder & CEO of Humor That Works, a well-traveled comedian, and keynote speaker. In this week’s episode, George & Andrew talk about the cross-section of humor and the workplace and tips for how to infuse comedy into your organization to work more efficiently.
In this episode of Chasing Happiness, I and @Drew Tarvin talk about entrepreneurship, Humour, embarrassing experiences and much more! Watch this exciting episode of Chasing Happiness to find out more! If you liked this episode be sure to like and share the video. Also don't forget to subscribe to the channel! :) 0:00 Introduction 2:50 How he developed Humor 6:01 How He Became The World's First Humour Engineer 10:00 How He Shifted From A 9-5 Job to Starting A Company 14:23 What does he aim to do with Humor & On Revenue and Scaling His Company 21:31 How to develop humor as a skill? 25:51 How to make something you hate, more fun? 33:56 of the most embarrassing experiences as a humor artist 38:21 What's your vision and mission for humor that works Social handles: instagram (@thetahirdanish3) - https://www.instagram.com/thetahirdan... twitter (@thetahirdanish) - https://www.twitter.com/thetahirdanish/anchor - https://anchor.fm/TahirDanish --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tahirdanish/message
Public talk with Andrew Tarvin about Humour
Can you learn to be funnier? Yes! Listen to the episode with Andrew Tarvin, Founder & CEO at Humor That Works, to ✔️ Learn how to apply some humor in your everyday life, ✔️ Discover what is "unleadership" and how to avoid it, ✔️ Find inspiration to make the corporate environment a little bit more fun and your work - more enjoyable, and much more! Andrew Tarvin is a speaker, trainer, author and coach who teaches people and organizations how to use humor to be more effective while having fun. He has delivered 100+ speaking and training sessions for over 10,000 people at more than 100 organizations, including Procter & Gamble, GE, General Assembly, and The Ohio State University. Andrew offers valuable insights and mentoring on a number of topics including humor in the workplace, inspirational leadership, communicating confidently, team-building, creative problem-solving, enhanced productivity, and strategic disengagement. Through his company, Humor That Works, he is working to help people find success by tapping into their natural personality, leveraging their sense of humor, and learning ways to enjoy their work more. He has also been featured in more than 50 publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FastCompany. He has appeared on affiliates for ABC, CBS, and FOX, and has been the guest on more than 40 podcasts. Andrew's TEDX Talk has been viewed over 9 million times and is the most-watched talk on humor. Besides all that, Andrew has also performed stand-up, improv and sketch comedy in 500+ shows for more than 28,000 people, and he is obsessed with milkshakes.
Professional comedian Andrew Tarvin explains how to use humor to retain employees and be better contractor. Oh...and Emily and Andrew try to improv with a pro.
Andrew Tarvin is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He has worked with thousands of people at 200+ organizations, including P&G, GE, and Microsoft. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and TEDx, and has delivered programs in 50 states, 18 countries, and 3 continents. In this episode, we discuss with Andrew the communication superpower that comes with embracing the funny, why humor at work is more about levity than laughs, what his biggest comedy bomb taught him, and how he decided to leave his stable career to embrace entrepreneurship.
Humor for Stress (0:00:00) When life gets busy, it can be hard to remember to keep life fun and enjoyable. We start to get bogged down in all the details that we forget to enjoy the journey. And sometimes the best medicine for stress really is a little laughter. Our next guest, Andrew Tarvin, is a firm believer in this idea, which is why he founded Humor That Works, a company based on teaching professionals how to incorporate humor into the workplace to achieve better business results. Raising a Difficult Child (0:21:43) Every parent and child struggle with discipline at least once. Whether that's in the first few years with tantrums or rebellious teenage years—no child is easy. But some children can be especially difficult to deal with. It doesn't mean that we love them any less, but we want to be able to figure out the best way to help them learn and grow. For one couple, this proved to be incredibly hard when their adopted daughter was showing intense behavior issues from a young age. Here to tell us more about that experience and how we can better raise and understand our difficult children is author Paul Podolsky. Spot the Bot (0:52:47) We've all had to click those little "I'm not a robot" boxes when using the internet. While it may seem like a ridiculous thing to clarify with your computer that you are in fact human and not a machine, it's actually quite important. Bots are used across all social media platforms, spreading misinformation and political propaganda. And while you might think you can tell real people from robots—online—it's harder than you might think. Here to share with us his advice on how we can spot bots on social media is media forensic expert Darren Linvill. Mini Book Club: Bullying Books (1:12:57) Rachel Wadham, of BYU Radio's Worlds Awaiting, talks with Lisa and Richie about the best books that teach kids about bullying. Halloween Costume Ideas (1:27:22) The beauty of Halloween is that you can dress up as much or as little as you want and have a blast either way. And now more than ever, despite the fact that we won't be going to any big gatherings, we deserve to dress up, celebrate and have fun! But we are now only two days away from Halloween. So, for those of you who have procrastinated, it's time to start thinking of last-minute costumes. To help us out we invited fashion designer, celebrity stylist and Lisa's sister—Amanda Valentine.
How do you manage the stress of working 90,000 hours in a lifetime? In this episode, Pitch Whisperer, John Livesay, shares more than a few laughs with Humor That Works author, Humor Engineer, speaker, and facilitator, Andrew Tarvin. Andrew reveals how being forced to join an improv comedy group started it all. He teaches us the value of humor in the workplace to increase satisfaction, engagement, and manage stress. Andrew also lets you in on the secret of humor MAP, how you can be a humor curator, and how you can communicate in a way that people will listen and respond to, and have fun with at work.Wanna Host Your Own Podcast?Click here to see how my friends at Brandcasting You can helpGet your FREE Sneak Peek of John's new book Better Selling Through Storytellinghttp://sellingsecretsforfunding.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=655c123123cd21ff7a24d914e&id=6f12bc74af John Livesay, The Pitch Whisperer Share The ShowDid you enjoy the show? I'd love it if you subscribed today and left us a 5-star review!Click this linkClick on the ‘Subscribe' button below the artworkGo to the ‘Ratings and Reviews' sectionClick on ‘Write a Review'Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join The Successful Pitch community today:JohnLivesay.comJohn Livesay FacebookJohn Livesay TwitterJohn Livesay LinkedInJohn Livesay YouTube
On the Schmooze Podcast: Leadership | Strategic Networking | Relationship Building
Today's guest is the world's first Humor Engineer, teaching people how to get better results while using humor and having more fun. While working in the corporate world, he observed how using humor at work helped him be more effective with the hardest thing he had to manage: fellow human beings. He discovered that research shows that people who use humor well get promoted, make more money, are more productive, and enjoy their work more. He left the corporate position and started his own company, Humor That Works. He has worked with thousands of people at over 250 organizations, including P&G, Microsoft, and the International Association of Canine Professionals. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FastCompany, and his TEDx talk on humor has been viewed more than 4 million times. Please join me in welcoming Andrew Tarvin. In this episode we discuss: his thoughts on leadership: “Leadership is not a position or title you have but rather an attitude in action. It's you actually out there doing something.” how he got into improv. his analytical and conscious process for moving away from PNG and into his own business. his three steps for having a conversation with anyone. how he follows up with people to keep relationships strong. the tools he has gained for being an introvert who enjoys connecting to other people. Listen, subscribe and read show notes at www.OnTheSchmooze.com - episode 161
The Business Elevation Show with Chris Cooper - Be More. Achieve More
How do we best use humor or as we spell it in the UK ‘humour' to enhance success in our work? My guest Andrew Tarvin describes himself as the world's first humor engineer, teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. Through his company, Humor That Works, Drew has worked with more than 35,000 people at over 250 organizations, including Microsoft and the FBI. He is a best-selling author; has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Fast Company; and his TEDx talk has been viewed more than 4 million times. Join us to find out how you can bring this engaging skill into your work and elevate your success.
Today's guest is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. Combining his background as a project manager at Procter & Gamble with his experience as a stand-up comedian, he reverse engineers the skill of humor in a way that is practical, actionable, and gets results in the workplace. He has worked with more than 250 organizations, including Microsoft, the FBI, and the International Association of Canine Professionals. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FastCompany, and his TEDx talk has been viewed over 4 million times. He loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. Welcome to the show, Andrew.
Andrew Tarvin is the world's first Humor Engineer teaching people how to get better results while having more fun. He has worked with 35,000+ people at 250+ organizations, including Microsoft, the FBI, and the International Association of Canine Professionals. He is a best-selling author, has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and FastCompany, and his TEDx talk has been viewed over 4 million times. He has delivered programs in 50 states, 20 countries, and 1 Planet (Earth). He loves the color orange and is obsessed with chocolate. Drew talks to David about how he utilizes humor towards his business, what roadblocks he came across, and how it has expanded his clientele as opposed to restricting him in one box!
70% of Americans aren't engaged at work. Are you one of them? More importantly, are you a part of the problem? Most of us aren't strangers to challenges in the workplace. Things like donor engagement, sales, marketing, etc. are thrown at us each day from every direction. But what if there was a more efficient and effective method to solving those problems that actually made people happier? Andrew Tarvin is a humor engineer who's worked with companies like CNN, Fast Company, ESPN, and the FBI. He studied computer science and engineering where he learned how to solve challenges using technology, and now he's using those skills to solve problems using humor.
The Transformative Leader Podcast: Culture Transformation | Corporate Coaching - The Ghannad Group
In this ep., Amir interviews "humor engineer" Andrew Tarvin, about the many proven virtues of using humor in the workplace to enhance one's communication and become a more effective leader. Andrew explains how he discovered the power of humor at work, dispels common objections against using it, and provides ways we can all use humor to more effectively engage and empower our team members. For more info, visit amirghannad.com/blog/ttlpodcast-022
One day... I'll be ready. One day... I'll take that next step. One day... I'll have it all figured out. How many times in your life have you told yourself "one day"? I remember, 4 years ago (which is still amazing to me), I was sitting at the same desk, in front of the same 4 computer screens, being yelled at by the same angry men, at the same job that I hated, and no matter how miserable each new day might be, I still told myself... "One day"... I'll quit this job. "One day"...I'll do something I really love. "One day"... I'll be free. Thankfully for me, that one day came much sooner than I expected, but for most people, "one day" always seems to loom somewhere off in the distant future. For most of us, that "one day" will only come when we've done enough research, made enough money, had enough conversations, or cried enough times that we feel... gasp... ready. But what if there was a fool-proof, sure-fire, tried-and-tested method to avoid all this wishin'.. and hopin'... and dreamin'... and prayin'? What if there was a way to decide to leave your job that not only allowed you to have zero fears or doubts when you left but also allowed you to remain in that job as long as you needed without feeling like you were missing out on something else? What if there was a process you could use to go from believing you were meant for something more to actually doing something more? Would you do it? My friend Andrew Tarvin is with us today to talk about, among other things, the method he used to quit his comfortable job at Proctor and Gamble with no fears, no doubts, and no regrets. Andrew and I talk about the process he followed (and enjoyed along the way!) to get from a 9-to-5 to a completely nomadic lifestyle that he lived successfully for over 18 months. We also talk about the ways you can build more confidence and commitment in your life by using simple strategies that businesses have used for years. Our guest today is not only a great friend and mastermind partner, he is also an hilarious and gifted professional speaker and comedian. He's spoken in all of the 50 states and several countries internationally. He started one of the most popular college improv groups in the country, went on to work for one of the most impressive Fortune 500 companies in the world, and began his own successful career in speaking and training in the span of just 10 years. Andrew is a force to be reckoned with, and I'm delighted he could be here today to share his wisdom and knowledge with you. Without further ado, I give you, Andrew Tarvin!
Andrew Tarvin LOVES Improvisational Comedy. He started the 8th Floor Improv Group while attending THE Ohio State University in 2004. That group started in Stradley Hall is still together 11 years later. The names and faces may change, but the shows go on. After college, he took a calculated risk and worked as an engineer for Proctor and Gamble (who coincidentally managed to contain comedian Greg Warren for a few years before he broke free). Although that job was a great experience, he couldn't put his love for comedy on the back burner forever. Flash forward to New York City where Andrew now calls home. His focus now has shifted to Humor That Works. He has done the research and dug up the data to show businesses the value of humor. He communicates to companies the return on investment levity in the workplace can provide. He's given a Tedx Talk, Performed in Norway, and written a book. Listen in as he describes how he did all of this while looking like a 15-year old boy and sounding like a 13-year old girl. We discuss: How he started the Improv Group Why he thinks Improv is easier than Satnd-up How he helps organizations use Humor to increase the bottom line How he prepared for his Tedx Talk What high school kids are doing now that we both wish we did A tip for new Improv players to get more in the moment A tip for creating comedy And much more. Check out Andrew in any of the many ways below. Web Site http://www.humorthatworks.com TWITTER https://twitter.com/humorthatworks Book: http://www.amazon.com/Humor-That-Works-Increase-Productivity/dp/0984889760 TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iFCm5ZokBI If you enjoy this PODCAST please subscribe in iTunes or STITCHER and leave a comment and ranking. == You can contact us anytime in regards to these announcements at mailto:SchoolOfLaughs@gmail.com Guest Blog Posts If you are blogging about your comedy journey or have written articles about your experience we'd love to share them. Send a link to the post and any other info you would like us to know and I'll consider posting it and promoting from our site. Sponsor An Episode Do you have something you' like to promote? A new CD, big show, or your very own podcast? Contact us for sponsorship options. You can promote on one or multiple episodes. Fix a Joke We want to help as many comics as possible. If you have a short joke (100 words or less) that you would like some feedback on please send it in! You can email the joke written out or send us an audio clip, or even a link to a YouTube video. We will get it on the show and get feedback for you, give out your web site and / or twitter handle to help you get your name out there. Our show is PG so please take that into consideration when selecting a joke. Better yet, subscribe to the bi-monthly School of Laughs “Insider Tips” email and get exclusive information delivered right to your inbox. It's fast, free useful and fun. Email: SchoolOfLaughs@gmail.com and put “insider tip sheet” in the subject header. I'll make sure you get the official tip sheet and I promise to keep your email anonymous and spam free. @SCHOOLOFLAUGHS on Twitter