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Coaching With Humour, Seriously

This workshop introduces Executive and Leadership Coaches to some scientific models of wellbeing. We will examine models, tools and techniques that can be used to facilitate clients to move from struggling to thriving.

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Coaching With Humour, Seriously

This workshop is serious fun! Through positive psychology theories, tools and techniques, we explore how and when humour, playfulness and laughter can support coaches, coachees and teams.

Workshop overview

Laugh Responsibly – Coaching with the Character Strength of Humour

This workshop is serious fun! Through positive psychology theories, tools and techniques, we explore how and when humour, playfulness and laughter can support coaches, coachees and teams.

We probe common questions on how to apply research findings around the links between the character strength of humour and wellbeing, for example: If humour improves wellbeing, should we simply laugh more in coaching sessions? Should coachees simply develop a better sense of humour in the light of today’s many challenges? Is humour the cure for happier teams at work? In this interactive workshop, we explore these and other questions. We introduce ways in which they might be used by coaches, positive psychology practitioners and leaders. Participants are invited to join in experiential activities and discussions to have some fun, but also test the boundaries of humour and learn how to laugh responsibly.

Who is this workshop for?

Coaches, Practitioners & Professionals

This workshop – which is part of The Enrichment Series – is for coaches, practitioners and professionals without a coaching background who are interested in personal and professional development, and exposure to Positive Psychology, Positive Psychology Coaching, Evidence-Based Coaching, and beyond.

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Workshop Learning Objectives

During the workshop, you complete the following learning objectives.

Learning Objective #1

Understand the difference between humour, playfulness and laughter.

Learning Objective #2

Understand psychological safety, humour and when humour is appropriate depending on time, place and culture.

Learning Objective #3

Link humour to different mindsets like positivity, playfulness and toxic positivity.

Learning Objective #4

Understand the roles humour and laughter may play in coaching relationships, in leadership and teams.

Student Testimonials

Learn how the IPPC has helped people from all walks of life

"The IPPC truly embodies their values – Do Good and Prosper. If you’re looking to equip yourself with a strong foundation and practical practices of Positive Psychology and evidence-based coaching, you have come to the right place."
Sandra Tai
HR Consultant & Adjunct Mentor, Malaysia
"I’ve been coaching for 15 years and recognize the IPPC’s program as cutting edge. They combine empirical research, theories and models with real practical examples, blending fun interactive lectures with real support outside the classroom."
Satya Kartara-Leighton
CEO, BeInclusive, UK
"Every coach and leadership consultant can benefit from the IPPC’s certification program! I’m really impressed with the quality of instruction, resources, and other coaches. This program provides foundational knowledge to empower coaches and consultants."
Jason Roncoroni
Executive & Leadership Coach, US
"As a coach it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest research and continue on your learning journey. The IPPC really supports this by having instructors who are experts in their field and they condense their learning into consumable material. The program is structured in a way that integrates nicely into your life, especially as a busy mom of four and working as leader in a large corporate global organization, flexibility is important."
Rosemarie Brennan
Vice-President, Global IT, Ireland
"I decided to commit to the IPPC’s Positive Psychology Coaching course because I was keen to understand how I could integrate my interest in and knowledge of positive psychology with my coaching practice. That’s where I found the group coaching practice sessions really valuable – a safe space to try out the theories and models discussed in the classes. I chose the IPPC because of the high calibre of the trainers and coaches plus it’s ICF certified."
Kate Thompson
Career & Leadership Coach, New Zealand
As rated by our students:
5/5

Meet your instructors

Silvia King & Jannie Stricker

Jannie Stricke focuses on performance through wellbeing at work. She works with individuals, teams, and companies increasing job satisfaction and wellbeing. She helps leaders develop and flourish.

Jannie holds an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology from the University of East London. She is a member of,and accredited with the EMCC. She is a certified practitioner of the MBTI Step I and MBT Step II Instruments, Mental Health First aider, Meditation and Mindfulness teacher and certified Laughter Yoga Trainer.

Silvia King is an enthusiastic empowerer of people. She works with individuals and teams to help them flourish through 1-to-1 Positive Psychology coaching and workshops.

Silvia is a PhD candidate with Heriot Watt University, holds an MA/lic.oec.publ. from the University of Zurich and an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology & Coaching Psychology from the University of East London.

She is an EMCC-accredited Senior Practitioner coach, member of the British Psychological Society (GMBPSS), a certified facilitator for Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence, MTa® Experiential Learning facilitator and certified Laughter Yoga Trainer.