Spur-of-the-Moment Nonsense

It just hit me that everything on the list of ways to put nonsense to work is a bunch. BUT – it’s important to note the importance of unplanned nonsense.

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Nonsense from Zappos

Would it be wise to add this as #11 to our list of wise ways to put nonsense to work? What would we call it: ” Zappos Executive Tie and Plunger Challenge”?

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Brainteaser #22

Use a brainteaser to start or revive or end a meeting. A great way to shift the brain, spark new energy, maybe even cause a giggle or a smile. All of which can help you boost morale and productivity.

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A Memorable April Fools

One year, I sent a memo to the staff saying I was resigning from the team. I thought surely they would realize it was a joke. But…they fell for it. And then…they got me back.

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10 Wise Ways to Put Nonsense to Work

If you’ve had the pedal to the medal, pushing hard to make sales quotas, budget projections and production schedules, it may be time for a morale and productivity boosting dose of nonsense.

And besides, April is Stress Management Month. And doesn’t nonsense lead to laughter? And isn’t laughter like a mini-vacation?

So – here are 10 ways to put nonsense to work at work.

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Quote of the Week: Think it’s foolish?

Though we selected this quote in celebration of April Fool’s Day, we think it would be foolish not to heed these wise words year round. Opportunities to boost morale and productivity.

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