Best of Humor in the C-Suite: Insights from Oskhar Pineda, Lydia Sullivan, and Josh Linkner

In this special "best of" series, we're highlighting three incredible leaders who have mastered the art of using humor to inspire, connect, and lead their teams to success.

Oskhar Pineda shares how lightening up and incorporating humor into everyday leadership creates a people-first culture where employees feel at ease, fostering stronger relationships and collaboration. With decades of experience, Oskhar believes humor is essential to building a workplace that thrives.

Lydia Sullivan, VP of Operations at the Society for Information Management (SIM), discusses the balance between professionalism and levity. From witty out-of-office messages to fun team activities, Lydia reveals how humor, authenticity, and empathy have helped her lead through tough times and keep her team connected.

Finally, Josh Linkner, a creative expert on innovation, brings his insights on how humor can unlock creativity, strengthen team dynamics, and create a culture of trust and collaboration. Josh shows that even if you’re not naturally funny, there are ways to use humor to solve problems and drive innovation.

From funny anecdotes to actionable advice, this compilation highlights the value of humor as a critical leadership tool. Tune in for lessons on building resilience, sparking creativity, and cultivating a culture where people can truly connect.

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