Author of You Can't Be Serious!- Putting Humor to Work, Michael combines his practical, "serious" experience as a former communications manager with his "not-so-serious" experience as a theatre improviser, humorist and humor writer to provide a unique perspective on the role humor and laughter play in our professional lives.
Michael is a faculty member of The Banff Centre for Management, a Laughter Leader for the World Laughter Tour, a member of the American Association of Therapeutic Humor and The International Group for Humor Studies. He is also the author of the best-selling book When Do You Let the Animals Out? - A Field Guide to Rocky Mountain Humor and writes a regular humor column for Home Business Report magazine.
Through his filled-filled and dynamic keynotes and workshops, author Michael Kerr (a.k.a. The "You Can't Be Serious! Guy") inspires audiences to combat stress, boost morale and be more productive, creative and innovative by tapping into their humor resource."Because of the positive spirit of humor, team building exercises and your alternative thinking activities,the weekend was a huge success! We got so much out of your presentation and heard nothing but positive feedback from all those that attended. We have become huge fans and would share our exceptional experience with anyone asking.”
Presentation Topics
- YOU CAN'T BE SERIOUS! - PUT HUMOUR TO WORK
In this dynamic and filled-filled keynote or workshop audiences will not only laugh, they'll discover how their humor resource boosts motivation, fights stress, helps them manage change and be more creative, inspired and enthusiastic about their work.
- WHAT A GREAT IDEA! - MANAGING CREATIVITY IN THE WORKPLACE
Looking for a little inspiration? In this fun and participatory workshop audiences will tap into their creative potential and discover how to foster a more innovative, enthusiastic and meaningful work environment. (Gee, what a great idea!)
Through theatre improv games and exercises participants will laugh and learn in this highly participatory workshop. It's the perfect all-in-one team builder, icebreaker and energizer. Workshops can also be used as a springboard for a discussion on humor in the workplace, creativity, teamwork, leadership or communication skills.
- INTRODUCING THE CANADIAN ROCKIES - THE PERFECT ROCKIES KICK OFF
Audience members will receive an unforgettable introduction and welcome to the spectacular Canadian Rockies in this highly humorous and enthusiastic keynote presentation featuring door prizes, wacky props, top ten lists and the handout "20 Things Every Visitor to the Rockies Must Know!"
- WHEN DO YOU LET THE ANIMALS OUT? HUMOUR IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES
Based on the best-selling book When Do You Let the Animals Out? this hilarious program reveals the lighter and wackier side of the Canadian Rockies, including silly visitor questions, strange tourist behaviour and strange-but-true wildlife encounters.
- THE CANADIAN ROCKIES "FUN IN THE MOUNTAINS" CONFERENCE PACKAGE
It's the ideal recipe for a successful Rockies conference combining an energetic welcome to the Rockies with loads of fun. The perfect way to ensure participants have a truly inspired, fun and memorable Rocky Mountain conference
- OTHER SERVICES & PROGRAMS HUMOUR RAIDS™
Looking for an early morning energizer to set the tone for the day or a change from the usual mid-afternoon coffee break? These highly energetic Humor Raids™ will keep people laughing and leave them feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
- CORPORATE JESTERS™ AWARD CEREMONY
With the client's inside knowledge and our creative and wacky awards menu Corporate Jesters™ will serve up an awards ceremony designed to pay tribute to the real accomplishments that sometimes get overlooked in the workplace.
- THE " WELCOME TO THE ROCKIES!" MOUNTAIN GOAT
The mountain goat is the perfect symbol for the Canadian Rockies: noble, fleet-footed, agile and living the true high life. This energetic character dressed in full mountain goat regalia enthusiastically greets and welcomes guests as they arrive, provides directions to facilities, answers questions about the local area and helps start your conference off on the right hoof.
Testimonials
"Your name and topic brought a record crowd to our dinner meeting. Your presentation not only provided us with an opportunity to laugh, but also with a chance to look at how we can use humor to make our workplaces truly exciting and fun places to be!"
Human Resources Management Association of Manitoba
”The feedback for your informative and energizing workshop was extremely positive. Feedback comments included "This was your best workshop yet - every employee should participate in this workshop".
Calgary Regional Health Authority
"Your workshop was full of energy, creatively presented and jam packed with worthwhile advice. You have a unique ability to inspire confidence and foster significant improvements in people. Your fantastic sense of humor also had us laughing and made the day most enjoyable."
Parks Canada
