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The One Piece PodcastEpisode 867, "Holding Space for Shanks" (with Joel Ruiz and Evan Brando)Delaney and Vero are back in the hot seat with a new installment of the game of games, the Boyfriend Bracket - a completely scientific tournament to determine who’s got the best One Piece boyfriend. This week it’s Daddy vs Daddy in a LIVE all-DILFs smackdown with our panel of competitors - Shannon Strucci (Fight Together co-host, actual play performer, video essayist) Joel Ruiz (GM of Critical Bits, Oddity Roadshow, & S.S. Bad Ship) and Evan Brando (comedian and podcast host)!
We’ve also got a double anime recap of episode 1127 “Luffy vs Kizaru! A Fierce K...2025-05-052h 41
Life in the Leadership Lane220. Joel Zeff, Humorist, Author, Keynote Speaker on Life in the Leadership Lane: Ta-Da!Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Joel Zeff, National Keynote Speaker, Conference Emcee, Awards Host, Humorist, and Author – NEW book “Make The Right Choice”. How did Joel get started in his career? What led himto speaking? When did Joel “find his lane” in his career...2025-04-2637 min
School for Startups RadioApril 25, 2025 – Improv Energy Joel Zeff and Mindfully Successful Margo BosterJoel Zeff – Speaker and Author of Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work
Joel Zeff creates energy! His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years. As a national speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience and insight on collaboration, leadership, change, communication, innovation, fun and passion at more than 2,500 events. His book, “Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your T...2025-04-2553 min
Office Hours with David MeltzerBo Watson and Shannon Shuskey, Sean Martin, Joel Zeff | Office Hours: The Human ExperienceBo Watson and Shannon ShuskeyBo Watson is a Golf Performance Consultant and co-author of In The Zone Secrets. Along with Shannon Shuskey, he developed a unique method to help golfers and athletes enter the flow state more consistently. In 2020, Bo made waves in the golf world by hosting the first-ever virtual Consistent Golf Summit, attracting over 13,000 participants. He has since led multiple successful events, including the Road2TheTour Golf Summit, featuring top names like Sean Foley and Mark Broadie. Shannon Shuskey has coached 142 National Champions, 18 World Team members, and 6 World Champions—some with multiple titles. He ma...2025-04-1434 min
The SMARTA PodcastFind the Fun in Life and Work with Improvisational Humorist, Joel ZeffFun can reduce stress and improve work performance. Making choices based on fun leads to a more fulfilling life.In today’s episode, learn the difference fun can have in your everyday life, using Joel’s “TA-DA” philosophy.“The journey is as important as the destination in personal development.”Follow Joel on LinkedIn here.Get a copy of Joel’s personal favorite books that changed his life:- Make The Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Eleva...2025-03-311h 03
Shally's AlleyJoel Zeff On Shally's AlleyJoel Zeff Live on Shally's Alley🎉 STOP EVERYTHING—It’s TA DA Time! 🎉When was the last time you truly celebrated a win at work? Not just an empty thumbs-up emoji but a full-on, jump-up, “TA DA!” moment?Yeah. Thought so. This week on Shally’s Alley we ring in the celebration with JOEL ZEFF, improv master, workplace culture guru, and comedic genius who made the IRS laugh so hard the cried.Lets blow the roof off “bu...2025-03-281h 04
What's Your "And"?665: Joel Zeff is a Keynote Speaker & Improv Comedian [podcast]Joel Zeff shares his journey from being a newspaper reporter to a successful keynote speaker and author. Joel describes his transformative experience with improv, which he discovered after moving to Dallas for a job as a newspaper reporter. Despite the challenges he faced when the newspaper closed, Joel explored stand-up comedy and eventually joined an improv troupe, which opened doors for him to merge his passion for improv with presentations at his corporate job. He emphasizes the importance of following one's passions and how improv has taught him valuable lessons in teamwork, leadership, and communication. Throughout the conversation, Joel...2025-03-2645 min
The Modern Manager348: Master Collaboration and Leadership Using Improv Techniques with Joel ZeffMost workplaces focus too much on structure and not enough on fun. But what if the secret to a thriving team was something unexpected—like improv? Fortunately, today’s guest is here to break down everything you need to know about improv and how it can benefit you and your team.Meet Joel Zeff. Joel creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years. As a national speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on w...2025-03-1134 min
The Sticky From The Inside PodcastThe Power of "Ta-Da!": Taking Control Of Happiness At WorkHappiness at work isn’t just about perks and lucky circumstances—it’s about mindset, choice, and taking control. In this lively and insightful episode, Joel Zeff, a high-energy speaker, improv expert, and author of Make The Right Choice, shares how we can actively create more joy in the workplace.
We explore:
How improv teaches us to embrace change and seize opportunities.
The power of “Ta-Da!” moments—small celebrations that fuel happiness and success.
Why fun at work is a performance booster, not a distraction.
The crucial role of positive support in building confidence a...2025-02-2748 min
Engage for SuccessRadio Show 578: Lead with Passion and Elevate Your TeamGuest: Joel Zeff: Author and Speaker
Joel Zeff creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for more than 25 years. As a national speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience and insight on collaboration, leadership, change, communication, innovation, fun and passion at more than 2,500 events. His book, “Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work”, is consistently listed as one of the top work/life balance book...2025-02-2030 min
Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence & Leadership Communication Style368: Why “Team-Building Games” Like Spaghetti Towers NEVER Build Your Team's Morale (And What Actually Does)Most leaders think leadership is about strategy and hard work—but what if the real key to building a high performance team lies in something else?As a highly conscientious, high-performing leader, you’re already exceeding expectations—but how do you energize a team that’s burned out or disengaged? This episode dives into a counter intuitive yet effective approach that reignites passion and builds trust while helping you step confidently into the role of a transformational leader.By the end of this totally fun conversation with Joel Zeff...2025-02-1222 min
Career Sessions, Career LessonsHow Improv Can Help Build Stronger Teams and a Stronger You, with Joel ZeffGreat teams don’t just happen—they’re built with intention, energy, and a little improvisation. J.R. Lowry sits down with Joel Zeff to talk about how improv techniques can fuel collaboration, innovation, and engagement in the workplace. From embracing the ta-da moments to making the right choices, Joel shares how humor and spontaneity can help create stronger teams that thrive under change and disruption. Whether you're a leader, team member, or just looking to bring more fun into your work life, this episode will challenge how you think about success, culture, and communication.Check out the fu...2025-02-1045 min
Work PositiveEP 121 | Make Fun the Right Choice at WorkHow can you unleash more fun and passion in your work culture?
Create an environment where energy and enjoyment fuel success on this episode of the Work Positive Podcast with Dr. Joey Faucette. Joel Zeff, author of "Make the Right Choice" and improvisational comedy expert, shares how to lead with passion and elevate your team through the power of fun.
Listen as Dr. Joey and Joel explore:
☀️ Why positive support and opportunity are essential for engagement
☀️ How to break through myths that block workplace fun
☀️ Ways to celebrate daily wins with "Ta-da" moments
☀...2025-02-1041 min
Culture Eats EverythingHow Improv Can Transform Leadership | Culture Eats Everything Podcast with Joel ZeffWhat can improv teach us about leadership? In this episode of the Culture Eats Everything podcast, host Tom interviews Joel Zeff, author of Make the Right Choice, to explore how improv can elevate leadership, boost team engagement, and create a culture of fun. 🎭✨Joel shares powerful insights on:✅ The role of fun in leadership and teamwork✅ How to stay present and make better decisions✅ Using improv to enhance communication and collaboration✅ Building a culture of support and opportunity🔹 Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelzeff/🔹 Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasawillis/Click here to buy our book: 📚✨🔗 https://geni.us/the-great-engagement🌐 Ph...2025-02-0830 min
NightSide With Dan ReaNightside News Update 1/31/25 We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! Dr. Bob Anderson, from the Center for Vein Restoration says Don’t toss New Year’s goals aside: doctors link exercise and weight loss with vein health. The importance of vein health.Today was National Have Fun at Work Day! The importance of having fun on the job! With Joel Zeff - workplace culture expert, speaker and the author of Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unle...2025-01-0438 min
The Corporate Couch: Work Stories I Only Tell My FriendsUnleashing Fun At Work - Leadership and Laughter With Joel ZeffIn this episode of The Corporate Couch, I chat with Joel Zeff (see his bio below), a nationally renowned speaker, work culture expert, author, and humorist who has captivated audiences for over 25 years. Known for his hilarious improvisational comedy and insightful messages on leadership, collaboration, and change, Joel brings his unique energy to the podcast.
We explore Joel’s fascinating career journey—from his days as a newspaper journalist to becoming a sought-after keynote speaker. Joel shares how improv has shaped his perspectives on teamwork, communication, and embracing the unexpected. He also talks about the power of cele...2024-12-301h 17
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Business & Economics, Business & Career DevelopmentMake the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work (2nd Edition) by Joel ZeffPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/820720to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work (2nd Edition)
Author: Joel Zeff
Narrator: George Newbern
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 4 hours 55 minutes
Release date: December 10, 2024
Genres: Business & Career Development
Publisher's Summary:
In the latest, freshly updated edition of Make the Right Choice: Lead with Passion, Elevate Your Team, and Unleash the Fun at Work, renowned keynote speaker, improv actor, and comedian Joel Zeff delivers a unique, interactive, humorous, and highly entertaining blueprint to create a new approach to work that is...2024-12-104h 55
Take the LeapUnleashing Your Inner Power: Celebrating 200 Episodes of InspirationEpisode #200: Unleashing Your Inner Power: Celebrating 200 Episodes of Inspiration Join us today as Colleen Interview's Joel Zeff & Julie Jones on Take the Leap. I am thrilled to share our 200th episode of "Take the Leap"! This milestone is not just a number; it represents countless stories, lessons, and transformations that we have explored together. In this special episode, we celebrated not only the podcast's journey but also the power of resilience and the importance of embracing change. Here are three key takeaways from this episode that I believe will resonate with you: Your Reaction...2024-10-2459 min
Take the LeapCelebrating Everyday SuccessesEpisode #198: Celebrating Everyday Successes Join us today as Colleen Interview's Joel Zeff on Take the Leap. Joel Zeff is an improvisational humorist and motivational speaker who has inspired audiences from Wells Fargo to the IRS. Here are three key takeaways from our enlightening conversation that I believe can transform your approach to work and collaboration: Celebrate Everyday Successes: Joel emphasizes the importance of recognizing and celebrating small wins in our daily lives. Just like children who celebrate every little achievement, we too should take a moment to acknowledge our accomplishments, no matter how minor they may...2024-10-1838 min
Headsmack: Conversations with MisfitsJoel Zeff / National Keynote Speaker. Author. Work Culture Expert. HumoristMany professionals struggle with workplace monotony, poor team dynamics, and difficulty adapting to change, leading to decreased productivity and job satisfaction.Imagine a workplace where creativity flourishes, teams collaborate seamlessly, and individuals are energized by their work. Picture yourself confidently navigating career transitions and inspiring others with your innovative approach to challenges.In this episode, Joel Zeff reveals how improv techniques and a positive mindset can transform your work life. Stay tuned to discover practical strategies for boosting creativity, improving team communication, and finding joy in your professional journey.5 Key Takeaways:2024-09-301h 13
Might In MotionS3 E20 - Energize Your Work Life with Joel ZeffOn the Might In Motion podcast, we focus on the Four M’s - Motivation, Momentum, Mindfulness, and Might. We bring you leaders from Fortune companies, doctors and entrepreneurs. Their stories of living their own Might In Motion will inspire you to create your own action plan and achieve your goals.
Welcome to Might In Motion!
Thank you to our sponsor PantheonFM. The Pantheon is a gathering. Designed to rally people like YOU in the fight against entrepreneurial poverty and the world's biggest problems.
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TAHPERD’s reMOVEing LayersCelebrating Every Day Successes: A Conversation with Joel ZeffJoin hosts Rachel Naylor and Lisa Fall, CMP, for a fun conversation with Joel Zeff, improvisational humorist, author, and keynote speaker at this year's TAHPERD Summer Conference. Joel shares how he uses improv and humor to enhance teamwork and leadership, offering a sneak peek into his keynote presentation and breakout session. Discover the importance of being present, breaking down communication barriers, and connecting with others through play and laughter. Joel also delves into finding one's passion and purpose, and emphasizes the need for positive support and recognition for teachers. Plus, they explore the value of self-reflection and advocacy in...2024-07-0244 min
Pathways with Amber StittFocus On Talents: Insights from Improv & The Magic Harmonica with Joel Zeff🎙️ Get ready to inject some laughter into your day with the latest episode of Pathways with Amber Stitt, featuring the incredibly humorous and insightful Joel Zeff! 🌟In this uplifting episode, we dive deep with Joel Zeff, a renowned speaker, humorist, and author known for his incomparable wit and wisdom. From his roots in stand-up comedy to his mastery of improv and public speaking, Joel shares his journey through 2,500+ events, drawing a roadmap of how spontaneity and positivity can transform our professional and personal lives.🔊 Episode Highlights:- Joel's electrifying role as an...2024-04-0237 min
The Wellness Driven Life Show📚 Mastering Change with Humor & Insight: Joel Zeff on Make the Right Choice 🌟🔔 Don't miss this special episode, featuring a conversation with workplace expert, humorist, and author Joel Zeff. Known for his unique blend of comedy and work-life principles, Joel shares insights from his book, "Make the Right Choice: Creating a Positive, Innovative, and Productive Work Life.💡📘 The book offers a fresh perspective on creativity, communication, teamwork, passion, and fun in the workplace. Get ready for an episode filled with laughter 😂, practical insights 🧠, and transformative ideas 💭! Tune in and make the right choice for your work-life balance!Learn more about Joel Zeff: www.joelzeff.com👉🔔Subscr...2024-02-2255 min
Beyond SpeakingIt's Not My Fault with Improv Humorist Joel ZeffLearn more about Joel Zeff and his keynotes: https://premierespeakers.com/joel-zeff
Joel Zeff creates energy. He is a dynamic speaker, improvisational humorist and author. His interactive performances invite members of the audience to participate in hilarious improvisational exercises that illustrate Joel's central message: That organizations and individuals should CELEBRATE every day successes to increase collaboration, productivity, passion and innovation.
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Lead the People#56: Improvisational Leadership with Joel ZeffJoel Zeff creates energy. His spontaneous humor and vital messages have thrilled audiences for almost 25 years. As a national workplace expert, speaker, author and humorist, Joel captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience and insight on collaboration, leadership, change, communication, innovation, fun and passion at more than 2,500 events. His book, Make the Right Choice: Creating a Positive, Innovative and Productive Work Life is consistently listed as one of the top work/life balance books on Amazon. He has appeared on CNBC and featured in...2023-10-1927 min
Speaking and Communicating PodcastTA-DA! Why Celebrate Every Small Win w/ Joel ZeffWhat does celebrating have to do with leadership, communication and teamwork?Meet Joel Zeff!Joel is known as the Tao of TA-DA and has spoken in over 2,500 events.He is also the author of ‘Make the Right ChoiceJoel Zeff creates energy. He is a dynamic speaker, improvisational humorist and author. His interactive performances invite members of the audience to participate in hilarious improvisational exercises that illustrate Joel's central message: That organizations and individuals should CELEBRATE every day successes to increase collaboration, pr...2023-09-1140 min
We Are VIP PodcastEpisode 212: Unleashing Fun & Fulfillment in Your 9-5 | Joel ZeffJoel Zeff joins VIP's Casey Hasten in a discussion about finding fulfillment at work. Joel is a Keynote Speaker and Author. He captivates audiences with a unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. He has shared his experience and insight on collaboration, leadership, change, communication, innovation, fun and passion at more than 2,500 events.About The Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelzeff/About The We Are VIP Podcast:This podcast is brought to you by VIP to add value to your job or candidate search. Each week...2023-08-2129 min
Bank StatementsAMP Up for AMC with Humorist Joel ZeffIn this episode of Bank Statements we speak to Joel Zeff, national speaker, humorist and emcee for FHLBank Topeka's 2023 Annual Management Conference (AMC). The AMC was created 25 years ago as a way to bring our district together to swap strategies and stories. It continues to be known as a small conference with industry renown experts, big name speakers and small fees. Join Joel and and host Jessie Homerding as they discuss what they are looking forward to at this landmark conference and Joel shares some encouragement for handling changes in the current financial climate. Register by...2023-04-0526 min
Training UnleashedCelebrating every day moments with Joel ZeffPeople use the expression “Ta-Da!” when they have done or discovered something wonderful.Joel Zeff, a keynote speaker, improvisational actor, and humorist, believes that there is nothing trivial about “Ta-Da!” and celebrating every day moments. In a recent Training Unleashed podcast, Joel told our host Evan Hackel that its use is rooted in the time when kids are little, when everything they do is a celebration.“They celebrate even the most routine events, like eating a cheese sandwich, in a big way,” Joel said. “They take a bite of that sandwich, they like it, and they exclaim...2023-01-1935 min
The Happy Engineer | Career Success for Engineering Leadership052: Why to Celebrate Change and Disruption with The Tao of TA-DA Joel ZeffHarmonicas are magic, did you know that? If you were live on stage, doing improv, and someone handed you a magic harmonica… What would you do with it? How often do you celebrate in your career and life? Monthly? Weekly? Daily? HOURLY? In this episode, enjoy an incredibly fun and mindset-shifting conversation with workplace expert, speaker, author, and humorist, Joel Zeff. For nearly 25 years, Joel has entertained and helped transform countless leaders at over 2,500 events through his unique blend of hilarious improvisational comedy and essential ideas on work and life. 2022-06-1655 min
Beyond SpeakingJoel Zeff - The Tao of Ta-Da!Improvisational humorist and author Joel Zeff shares how to build confidence in small steps, how to create success by being present, and the Tao of Ta-Da!
To learn more about Joel Zeff visit https://premierespeakers.com/joel-zeff
Beyond Speaking is hosted by Brian Lord and produced by Eric Woodie2021-01-1225 min
King Of The What Now?12 Days of KotWN! The Christmas Special Episode! A Look at the Past, Present & Future!We have a mega sized episode to finish out 12 days of KotWN bonus episode! We talk about previous bonus episodes, we talk about Christmas and how some of its ideas might lend themselves to the One Piece world, and we talk about looking ahead to future episodes and our New Years Resolutions! But perhaps most importantly is our charity fundraiser to help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Donation page is here Talking about past episodes starts at 4:27 Talking about One Piece Christmas starts at 21:12 Talking about future episodes or specials starts at 1:03:472019-12-251h 41
Coffee with ClaireREPLAY: Laughter, Fun and Passion at Work featuring Joel ZeffHow many of you, as business owners, make it a point to laugh every day? Or how many of you get mad at your employees for laughing too loud or having a good time at work?Did you know that laughter at work is one of the best ways to develop creative thinking? Did you know that employees who enjoy their work environment are more loyal to the company, creating less turnover and they call in sick less?Aren’t those big contributors to your company’s productivity and profitability?Maybe you should be look...2019-04-1927 minCoffee with ClaireSeason 3 | Episode 8: Laughter, Fun and Passion at Work featuring Joel ZeffHow many of you, as business owners, make it a point to laugh every day? Or how many of you get mad at your employees for laughing too loud or having a good time at work?Did you know that laughter at work is one of the best ways to develop creative thinking? Did you know that employees who enjoy their work environment are more loyal to the company, creating less turnover and they call in sick less?Aren’t those big contributors to your company’s productivity and profitability?Maybe you should be look...2019-03-1527 min
Rounding The Bases With Joel Goldberg118: Joel Zeff, Keynote SpeakerHe started as newspaper reporter and then went into advertising and marketing. Was performing stand-up comedy on weekends . Combined the two. Focus on increasing passion, bringing stress downAll about choice and attitude. Staying in the game. As long as you stay in the game, you will find a way to be successful. About goals, obstacles, staying in the game and not quitting on your goals. Try new things, work hard, do more to stay in the game.Joelzeff.com2018-07-0934 min
The Better Life > Better Business Podcast with Shawn EllisDoes improv comedy hold the key to creating a positive, innovative and productive work life? Workplace expert Joel Zeff answers!Joel Zeff, author of Make the Right Choice, has shared his experience and insight on success, innovation, communication, leadership, teamwork, passion, and fun with more than 1,500 companies, associations, non-profits, and government entities over the past 15 years. On this episode of the Better Life, Better Business podcast, he shares some of the essential lessons that improvisational [...]Read online at Does improv comedy hold the key to creating a positive, innovative and productive work life? Workplace expert Joel Zeff answers!.2012-07-1715 min
The Better Life Better Business PodcastDoes improv comedy hold the key to creating a positive, innovative and productive work life? Workplace expert Joel Zeff answers!Joel Zeff, author of Make the Right Choice, has shared his experience and insight on success, innovation, communication, leadership, teamwork, passion, and fun with more than 1,500 companies, associations, non-profits, and government entities over the past 15 years. On this episode of the Better Life, Better Business podcast, he shares some of the essential lessons that improvisational [...]Read online at Does improv comedy hold the key to creating a positive, innovative and productive work life? Workplace expert Joel Zeff answers!.2012-07-1715 min
Work Matters Archives - WebTalkRadio.netWork Matters – A Choice of AttitudeGuest: Joel Zeff, author of Make the Right Choice – http://www.joelzeff.com/. PLUS Uncommon Sense. 866-944-8195
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