CIPD Festival of Work Session: It's Only Banter
No one loves a laugh more than we do - but even the best banter can backfire. Workplace culture shapes everything from Monday morning motivation to Friday afternoon productivity, and humour can be the glue that holds teams together—until it unravels.
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No one loves a laugh more than we do - but even the best banter can backfire. Workplace culture shapes everything from Monday morning motivation to Friday afternoon productivity, and humour can be the glue that holds teams together—until it unravels.
When does a quick quip at the coffee machine tip from connection-builder to career-limiter?
This practical, interactive session from Laughology helps you spot the tipping points before they become trip hazards and explores why it’s changing. Helping you:
- Build the confidence to navigate those “maybe not” moments
- Understand where the line is (and why it moves),
- Develop clear, inclusive guidelines that keep the workplace positive,
In turn, this helps people challenge when it does become hurtful - without forcing everyone to communicate in formal emails or reporting to HR.
We’ll explore how humour, when used well, can boost morale, strengthen teams, and create a culture where respect and belonging are more than just corporate clichés.
Expect real-world strategies, plenty of laughs and a fresh perspective on how psychological safety and humour can (and should) go hand in hand!
Speaker : Stephanie Davies
Stephanie Davies – Head of Happiness - brings a unique blend of psychological expertise and stand-up comedy to workplace culture conversations.
As Laughology’s founder and CEO, she has spent over 25 years helping organisations such as HSBC, Starbucks, and Serco transform teams and drive culture change programmes both globally and locally.
Stephanie has worked with businesses, schools, and government bodies, using science-backed approaches to create happy, high-performing organisations—delivering real impact where motivational posters fall short.
Expect an interactive, engaging session that proves learning about serious topics doesn’t have to mean serious faces!
