PTT: An April Fool's Sense of Humor

Professional Tip Tuesday
Happy April Fool's, everyone! I made it through the day, and only fell for one prank. BUT it felt like one of the cruelest office practical jokes ever.. someone said the coffee pot was broken.

How I felt when I thought there was no coffee.

While that wasn't my favorite joke of the day, we did have some fun at the office. A few good pranks can really brighten up the workday. So in honor of this jokesters holiday - today's tip is all about the importance of a sense of humor at work.

Why is a sense of humor so important? 
Culture is the buzz word of today's business world. Companies that have truly embraced this concept are some of the most successful. And what can make for a better company culture, than a fun-spirited office with a great sense of humor?

A great example: Zappos. This fantastic company has appeared multiple times on the Forbes "Best Companies to Work For" list. The company culture is driven by creativity and team spirit. It's easy to see that they know how to have a good time in this April Fool's video featuring a few good office pranks.

And for more fun.. dial Zappos Customer Service line at 1-800-9277671, and hit 5 for their joke of the day. Zappos wants to ensure their customers get a taste of that famous company culture too! I've had it saved in my contacts for a while now - it makes for a great afternoon pick-me-up :)

So how can a sense of humor at the office help you on a more personal note?
This Forbes article offers some great reasons to keep the good times rolling at the office. Not only does humor make the work day go a little faster, but it makes everyone feel more comfortable and collaborative.

Just make sure it's funny for everyone! :)

Any good April Fool's Day pranks strike your office? Comment below! And if you are already prepping for next year's revenge, here are a few good ideas for you.