Get ready for a powerful, laughter-filled deep dive into workplace happiness and mental health. In this episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon Lembi sits down with keynote speaker, sales expert, and Work Happy founder Greg Kettner, who shares how his experiences as a comedian (including a transformative encounter with Robin Williams) shaped his mission to make mental health an everyday leadership conversation.

They unpack why burnout and loneliness quietly hurt even at the top, how humor unlocks trust and retention, and why leaders must prioritize empathy without losing their edge. Greg shows that creating a workplace where people really want to show up isn’t just about perks or pay—it’s about connection, authenticity, and small acts of kindness.

You’ll walk away with actionable tools to spark more joy at work, lead with vulnerability, and help your team not just chase happiness, but create it. Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or individual contributor, this episode offers hard-hitting advice and inspiring stories for anyone ready to build more engaging, human-first organizations.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why empathy and vulnerability are leadership superpowers in today’s culture.

How humor — with or without a joke-telling skill — creates trust and retention.

The difference between chasing happiness vs. making space for “happier”.

Concrete ways leaders can destigmatize mental health and foster psychological safety.

Surprising ROI of prioritizing employee wellbeing (including retention and performance!).

The quickest way to turn around a bad day—and why serving others works.

The untold dangers of loneliness for CEOs and founders—and how to build your support system.