Blogs
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Green Flags for a Rocking Workplace Culture
We talk about “red flags” in life – indicators/warning signs that things are about to go sideways in a baaaaaaaad way. But what about “green flags” – signs or indicators that things are going well or unfolding in the right way?
I recently came upon an article in Forbes called, “7 Key Indicators of a Great Workplace”. Sure, these seven indicators may not all work as a “green flag” concept, but if you’re going to be more intentional about your workplace culture or change your workplace culture or value your workplace culture, you need something to measure progress against! You need to identify the key elements – the key metrics – that you can track and can objectively say:
Customer Service Ambassadors for More Than Your Company
Are you training your front line employees to be more than just ambassadors for your company? As “directors of first impressions” they might also be playing the role of ambassador for your city, province, state or country!
Standing Up for an Inspiring Workplace Culture
Steve Cody, the co-founder and managing partner of Peppercomm, a communications agency based in New York, understands the power of humor and storytelling to help package his clients' messages. But as a part time stand-up comedian, he's also a huge believer in the...
Putting Mimes To Good Use: Three Reasons Humor Can Help You Spread the Word at Work
There's a reason that U.S. advertisers spend between $20 and $60 billion dollars a year trying to make people laugh and why 73% of all Super Bowl ads use humor. As ad man Arnie DiGeorge says, "In a world of clutter, you must entertain before you educate." Mountains of...
Six Workplace Resolutions that Will Make a Huge Difference in Your Workplace Culture
Okay, so lots of people hate the idea of setting New Year's resolutions, but when it comes to creating a more inspiring workplace culture, why not use the changing of the calendar to hit the reset button and make some serious commitments to improving your workplace?...
Videos
Why Clients Book Michael
Some clients bring me into their events simply because they want to celebrate a great year, cap off a busy season, or recognize their amazing employees. Other clients work with me because they’ve lost their mojo, they’re wrestling with unprecedented change, or they need help forging a stronger and more inspiring culture.
Why Choose Between Content and Humor?
For more than 25 years I’ve embraced the mantra: “Why choose between content and humor when you can have both?” In this short video, I share what I think my job as a professional speaker is and how I will work with you to exceed your expectations.
Michael in Action
Why choose between content and fun when you can have both? For a sense of my presentation style, grab some popcorn and enjoy this sampler video of Michael in Action. Whether I’m delivering a full-day workshop to senior executives, or a keynote to an audience of 3,000+, I deliver relevant content in as memorable a way as possible so those inspiring ideas stick!
BOOKS
The Humor Advantage
Why Some Businesses Are Laughing All the Way to the Bank
The Humor Advantage is packed with ideas on how you can create a more innovative, collaborative, service-driven culture that drives outrageous results! It delivers a firehose of information that will turn your culture upside down (in a good way!).
The Jerk-Free Workplace
How You Can Take the Lead to Create a Happier, More Inspiring Workplace
This isn’t just about giving jerky work behaviors the boot. The Jerk-Free Workplace offers up an inspiring roadmap on how to take the lead when you’re not the boss – although you’ll definitely want your boss to read it, too. If you want to work in a happier, more inspiring workplace, this is the book for you!
Small Moments, Big Outcomes
How Leaders Create Cultures That Fuel Extraordinary Results
It’s about the small things you can do as a culture leader to intentionally build a more collaborative, compassionate, and inspiring workplace culture. Packed with practical ideas based on real world examples, Small Moments, Big Outcomes will help you lead with greater confidence and purpose.
