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Strategic humour in Coaching & Facilitation

Strategic Humour for coaches. My Coaching Toolkit
Strategic Humour for coaches. My Coaching Toolkit
Strategic Humor in Coaching. My Coaching Toolkit
Strategic Humor in Coaching My Coaching Toolkit

Strategic humour in Coaching & Facilitation

£690.00

Strategic Humour Online Course is a 8-week immersive, interactive training experience designed specifically for  coaches & facilitators.
 

The strategic humour revolution. Here’s what’s exciting: we’re at a tipping point. Just as EQ transformed how we think about leadership, strategic humour is emerging as the next frontier in coaching excellence. Early adopters are already seeing the benefits, and they’re getting a serious competitive edge.

Learn to use humour effectively with the Strategic Humour for Coaches online course. Learn about the neuroscience behind how and why humour bypasses people’s logic circuits, and influences their decisions through emotion. Discover techniques to lighten conversations, build rapport, enhance problem solving and creativity and motivate clients with humour, all while enhancing your coaching impact. Perfect for coaches seeking a dynamic edge!

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Strategic humour in Coaching & Facilitation

For whom is the course strategic humour in coaching?

 

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: strategic humour in coaching. For years, many coaches have treated humour like that one weird food in the fridge that might have gone bad – better safe than sorry, right? But here’s the thing: avoiding strategic humour might actually be holding us back.

 

The risk that’s worth taking

Think about it – everything we do as coaches involves some level of risk. When we send an email, it could be misinterpreted. When we advise an executive on a major investment, millions could be at stake. Yet we don’t stop doing these things. Instead, we learn to manage the risks.

 

So why do we treat humour differently?

 

What you’re missing without humour

By avoiding humour in our coaching practice, we’re actually leaving a lot on the table:

– Deeper trust with clients

– Fresh perspectives on old problems

– Enhanced productivity

– Stronger team cultures

– More engaging sessions

 

The best part? This isn’t just feel-good theory. Science is backing up what we’ve intuitively known for ages: humour works. Research shows it helps with everything from building relationships to boosting creativity and problem-solving. It’s like Emotional Intelligence’s fun cousin – equally powerful, but way more entertaining.

This program is especially beneficial for professionals who prioritise effective listening and communication with clients, team members, staff, and students.

 

This program includes

  • Enjoy weekly 60-minute live Zoom training sessions with none other than the world’s #1 Neurohumorist!
  • Additionally, gain replay access to all sessions to reinforce your learning whenever needed.
  • Plus, also receive bonus video content on program topics that you won’t find anywhere else. 
  • Additionally, access valuable resources, including a whitepaper, workbook, and other tools, along with prizes of unspeakable value1
  • Furthermore, benefit from private community access for support, allowing you to connect and vibe with your tribe. 
  • And, for an extra touch of fun, a secret handshake (shhhhhhh…). 
  • Finally, receive a certificate of completion to proudly display on your wall (or even your refrigerator).
 

Strategic humour in coaching course breakdown:

There are 8 sessions:

1: Introduction to strategic humour in coaching

  • Objective: Explore the foundational role of Humour in coaching and its impact on the brain.
  • Topics covered :
    • What is strategic Humour, and why it matters in coaching
    • Understanding the science of Humour and neuroplasticity
    • Overview of the benefits of Humour in communication and influence

5: Understanding the psychology of humour

  • Objective: Delve into the neuroscience and psychology behind Humour’s impact.
  • Topics covered :
    • How Humour affects emotions, cognition, and the brain’s wiring
    • Adapting Humour to individual client needs and responses
    • Using Humour as a safe, non-intrusive tool for behavioral change

2: Building connection through humour

  • Objective: Learn to use Humour to establish trust and rapport with clients.
  • Topics covered :
    • Techniques for creating a sense of shared humanity with Humour
    • How to make clients feel comfortable and open
    • The role of Humour in building authentic client-coach relationships

6: Ethical and effective humour

  • Objective: Also, learn to use humour in a respectful and ethical manner.
  • Topics covered :
    • Recognising and avoiding common Humour pitfalls
    • Understanding boundaries and cultural sensitivities
    • Guidelines for using Humour to support, not detract from, client goals

3: Transformational humour: reframing and shifting perspectives

  • Objective: Use humour to help clients not only see challenges differently but also unlock insights.
  • Topics covered :
    • Techniques for reframing challenges with Humour
    • How Humour reduces stress and increases creative thinking
    • Exercises for applying Humour to open new pathways for clients

7: Conflict and humoUr

  • Objective: Recognise ways humour can de-escalate tension and disagreements.
  • Topics covered :
    • 5 functions of humor in conflict
    • Benefits of improv in conflict management
    • The role of planned spontaneity

4: Crafting your humour toolkit

  • Objective: Develop a repertoire of Humour techniques for coaching sessions.
  • Topics covered :
    • Types of Humour: storytelling, wordplay, self-deprecation, observational Humour
    • Building a personal Humour toolkit tailored to your coaching style
    • Practice exercises and feedback on Humour applications

8: Applying strategic humour in real coaching scenarios

  • Objective: Integrate and apply humour skills not only in real-world coaching situations but also to enhance overall client engagement and outcomes.
  • Topics covered :
    • Strategies for incorporating Humour into diverse coaching challenges
    • Final reflections on the role of Humour in your coaching practice
    • How to continue developing and integrating Humour after the course

Course materials & resources

  • Workbook and Whitepaper: Additionally, structured exercises and valuable insights are provided to support and enhance your weekly sessions.
  • Community Access: Moreover, engage with a supportive community of peers where you can share experiences, insights, and practical humour strategies. 
  • Session recordings: In case you miss a session, or want to review the content again, the sessions will be recorded for internal use only.

 

 

Benefits of using humour strategically

  • Enhanced connection: Moreover, humour creates an instant sense of rapport and shared humanity. As a result, when students or colleagues feel comfortable and connected, they are more likely to open up, trust you, and engage more actively.
  • Greater transformation: Additionally, humour can help people reframe challenges, release tension, and shift perspectives. This, in turn, can create more space for creativity, insight, and breakthroughs, ultimately leading to greater transformation.
  • Boosted confidence and enjoyment: Furthermore, humour can make work more fun and fulfilling. Consequently, this can result in increased confidence, energy, and overall effectiveness. 
  • Understand the psychology of humour: Moreover, understanding how humour works can empower coaches to tailor their approach to individual clients and specific situations, enhancing the effectiveness of their interactions.

 

What’s in it for YOU, the coach?

Here’s just the beginning…

Enhanced rapport building  

Enhanced problem-solving skills  

Improved conflict resolution

Improved adaptability  

Stress management for YOU

Increased emotional intelligence 

Better memory and recall

Enhanced active listening skills  

Increased resilience

Improved group facilitation 

Enhanced cultural competence 

 

What’s in it for YOUR CLIENTS?

For starters…

Stress reduction

Improved rapport

Increased self-awareness

Increased resilience in facing challenges

Improved cognitive flexibility

Enhanced problem solving and creativity 

Diffusion of tension in difficult conversations

Increased self-awareness

Enhanced emotional intelligence

Improved ability to reframe negative situations

 

 

Certificate of Completion

Upon finishing the course, participants will receive a certificate to showcase their new expertise in strategic humour for coaching.

 
 

Program leader:

Our partner, Karyn Buxman, RN, MSN, CSP, CPAE, is not only an international speaker but also a successful author, master neuroplastician, brain-based coach, and neurohumourist.

Furthermore, she is widely recognised as the global authority on high-performance humour, with notable work that includes her TEDx talk, How Humor Saved the World. Additionally, Karyn’s career uniquely bridges the fields of humour and brain science, empowering high performers to achieve greater influence and optimal health through applied humour. Moreover, she is one of only 275 professionals—and notably, one of only 62 women—inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. Over her impressive 35-year career, she has collaborated with over 800 clients, including the Mayo Clinic, AARP, NASA, and the Million Dollar Round Table.

 

Dates

 January  & February 2025 session

Wednesdays at 9 am PT

/12 Noon ET/ 6pm CET

Wednesdays at 4 pm PT/7 pm ET

 

Class size is limited to give you the attention you want and deserve—so sign up now and re-experience the JOY in coaching and mentoring!

First Session: Jan 8th

Second Session: Jan 15th

Third Session: Jan 22nd

Fourth Session: Jan 29th

Fifth Session: Feb 5th

Sixth Session: Feb 12th

Seventh Session: Feb 19th

Eighth Session: Feb 26th
 
 

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