Humor is Serious Business
But We Should Still be Laughing

Humor in business isn’t about telling jokes,
it’s about using levity to foster connection, creativity,
and clear communication in the workplace.

Why Humor in the Business Workplace Matters?

Think of humor like WD-40 for communication; it helps things move smoothly. Whether you’re leading a team, onboarding new employees, or giving a keynote at your annual retreat, humor builds trust, diffuses tension, and brings people together. And no, I’m not talking about turning your Monday meeting into a stand-up special. I’m talking about using smart, clean, relatable humor to connect. When done right, humor in the business workplace:
Boosts engagement and morale
Breaks down communication barriers
Encourages creativity and open thinking
Makes messages more memorable

You don’t have to be a comedian to use humor, you just need to be human.

Part keynote, part interactive exercise. As companies struggle to answer the questions, “What is funny?” and “What is appropriate?” Greg offers a different perspective: There ARE no right answers. Instead, he feels all employees, from the new hires to the C-level executives, must formulate their own answers by working together, instead of running from one another.

What Does Smart Business Humor Look Like?

It’s not about telling jokes, it’s about telling the truth in a funny way.

When I step onto a stage or Zoom screen, I don’t bring a comedy club vibe. I bring real-life observations that everyone in the room can relate to: awkward email threads, weird office habits, that one guy who can’t unmute on Zoom… Sound familiar?

Humor in business isn’t about being silly; it’s about being honest in a way that gets a laugh and makes a point. That’s when people really start to listen.

Greg Schwem, Workplace Humor Keynote Speaker

Greg Schwem’s Approach to Humor in Business

Workplace humor keynote speaker
  • Corporate Comedian: Greg delivers clean, customized comedy specifically tailored for corporate audiences, reflecting your industry and culture.
  • Business Communication Humor: Greg uses humor strategically to enhance professional interactions, build rapport, and make key messages more memorable and impactful.
  • Humor in the Workplace: Greg’s sessions utilize humor to enhance employee morale, stimulate creativity, and foster stronger team connections.
  • Employee Engagement Speaker: As an engaging speaker, Greg inspires and motivates teams, helping organizations cultivate a more passionate and productive workforce.
  • Leadership with Humor: Greg’s expertise shows leaders how to use humor to become more approachable, build trust, and foster a positive and effective team environment.

Real Results: Humor That Makes a Difference

After one of my sessions, a manager told me, “I haven’t seen my team laugh like that in months, and now they’re actually talking to each other.” That’s the power of laughter; it opens doors.

When employees laugh together, they work better together.

Greg is ready to discuss your next event and his role in it, as either a keynote speaker or conference emcee.

Greg delivers a memorable experience guaranteed to have audience members repeating lines at the office and on Zoom calls for weeks.


Get in Touch

Email

greg@gregschwem.com

Response Time

Within 24 hours

Quick Facts

Available for virtual and in-person events
Customized content for your industry
Professional A/V requirements provided
No travel fees within 50 miles of Chicago