Supervisor Humor in the Workplace May Undermine Productivity.

Humorous Supervisors May Not Produce Happy Results

Everything in moderation...Humor can motivate and engage employees according to research. But research has found in some cases, that the boss’s humor is not the best kind for productivity output. Instead, it can sabotage productivity.

Swiping office supplies, insulting coworkers, goofing off, and even fudging on financial reports can be consequences of a work culture led by a supervisor who attempts to enliven the workplace with too much humor.

Analysis: Supervisors represent a natural existential threat to employees because of their control or influence over job security. Removing this perception may precipitate less unproductive behaviors, attitudes, and a loss of urgency to work above standard.

Read more about humor and supervisors, and the research about this style of communication.

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