Summary of 62. Best Of: Summer Learning Series, How Humor Can Be a Secret Weapon in Communication

The video is part of a summer learning series focusing on the importance of humor in communication.

Humor can build trust, improve engagement, and make communication more memorable.
Jennifer and Naomi, authors of the book "Humor Seriously," share their personal experiences with humor and its impact on their lives and work.
Specific guidance is provided on how to create and demonstrate humor, including observing incongruities in daily life and turning them into comedy.
The importance of being receptive to humor and laughter, even if one doesn't consider themselves funny, is emphasized.
Homework assignment: Write down one observation of an incongruity per day, then try to turn one of those observations into comedy by the end of the week.
Jennifer and Naomi share insights on storytelling and humor, highlighting the importance of having a goal, grabbing attention, engaging the audience, and creating impact.
Specific advice is given on how to be a successful communicator, including leaning into one's style, focusing on mindset before communication, and speaking in a human, relatable way.
Communicators that are admired include Leslie Blodgett and Alison Kluger for their authenticity, use of humor, and ability to balance different aspects of themselves.
The episode ends with a call to action to share observations turned into comedy on the podcast's LinkedIn page.

Speakers/Sources

— 36:24 — « Lean into your style, lean into it and embrace it. »

— 38:08 — « Focus on your state before you do anything, just focus on your state. »

— 39:44 — « Recognize that its not about being funny, its about navigating the world in a slightly different way. »