Workplace disengagement is draining businesses of productivity, connection, and creativity. With only 33% of the US workforce engaged (Gallup, 2023), the costs are staggering: high turnover, absenteeism, and a workplace culture stuck in survival mode.

🛎 In this episode of Marc Haine Live, we’re joined by Beth Sherman, a seven-time Emmy Award-winning comedy writer, speaker, and comedian, to explore how humour can transform workplace communication and engagement. From writing for The Late Show with David Letterman and Ellen to performing for troops in Iraq, Beth shares her expert insights on how humour can build trust, foster connection, and create a thriving work environment.

In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Why disengagement is costing businesses billions—and what to do about it. ✅ How to use humour to strengthen team collaboration and morale. ✅ The psychology of humour: Why it works in building genuine connections. ✅ Simple, actionable tips to start using humour at work immediately (even if you don’t think you’re funny).

Featured Takeaways: • Learn to spot disengagement before it becomes a business problem. • Unlock the power of humour to nurture relationships and enhance productivity. • Avoid common pitfalls of humour in the workplace—maintain credibility and psychological safety.

🔗 Ready to transform your workplace? Book a 30-minute discovery call with Beth Sherman: https://calendly.com/bethsherman/conn...

🎥 Don’t miss this eye-opening and laugh-packed episode! Subscribe now for more expert advice on leadership, employee engagement, and creating extraordinary workplace experiences.

#WorkplaceEngagement #Leadership #HumorAtWork #EmployeeRetention #MarcHaineLive

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Author, Speaker, Facilitator and Coach Marc Haine will help your teams ignite their passions. Working with him, you can support your leaders to recentre their focus and drive continuous improvement through connected and engaged employees. You will realize your competitive advantage with a connected purpose and consistent customer experience across your brand. Tap into Marc’s 35 years of operational excellence experience and imagine a world in which the majority of us put more love and care in being of service.

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Transforming Toxic Workplaces: Insights for Middle Managers

with Dr. Laura Lovett

In this powerful episode of Marc Haine Live, we’re joined by the incredible Dr. Laura Lovett—an organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, and expert on workplace psychology—to tackle one of the most expensive and emotionally draining challenges in business today: toxic bosses.

Toxic leaders don’t just impact team morale—they affect productivity, increase turnover, and cost businesses billions annually. But here’s the catch: sometimes, these toxic behaviors are unintentional. How can leaders recognize these behaviors in themselves or others? And more importantly, how can employees and organizations protect themselves from the fallout?

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔️ How to identify the warning signs of toxic leadership. ✔️ The difference between a difficult boss and a toxic one. ✔️ What toxic workplace dynamics cost businesses and careers. ✔️ Actionable steps to regain control, make a career exit plan, or transform leadership styles.

Dr. Laura Lovett is a globally recognized thought leader in workplace psychology and the host of the acclaimed podcast Where Work Meets Life™. With nearly 25 years of experience, she’s helped thousands of professionals and organizations build thriving, healthy workplaces. Learn more about her work at https://drlaura.live.

https://drlaura.live/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurahambley/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.Laura.whereworkmeetslife Twitter: https://x.com/DrLaura_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Dr.Laura__/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlaura__

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Author, Speaker, Facilitator and Coach Marc Haine will help your teams ignite their passions. Working with him, you can support your leaders to recentre their focus and drive continuous improvement through connected and engaged employees. You will realize your competitive advantage with a connected purpose and consistent customer experience across your brand. Tap into Marc’s 35 years of operational excellence experience and imagine a world in which the majority of us put more love and care in being of service.

Tap into Marc’s 35 years of operational excellence experience and imagine a world in which the majority of us put more love and care in being of service.

Dare to be the exception™

+1 (780) 729-4932

🗓️ https://meetwith.marchaine.com

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