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The first question I get when I tell someone I’m an improviser is often, “aren’t you scared?” And the honest answer is… sometimes, sure. Walking onstage without a script, without a plan, without knowing what’s about to happen...there’s a vulnerability to that. But that fear fades quickly, replaced by something much stronger: a promise of support. Because improv isn’t a solo act - it’s a team sport . The audience might see individuals stepping forward, making bold choices, tak

Curiosity is often framed as a “nice to have” - a soft trait that signals openness or creativity. But in reality, curiosity is a strategic differentiator . It drives understanding, fuels innovation, and strengthens relationships. And yet, it’s surprisingly absent in many leaders and teams. Why? Because curiosity can be uncomfortable. True curiosity opens us up to beliefs different from our own. It exposes us to perspectives we may not expect, and sometimes information we may

For years, the term soft skills has done us a disservice. It implies something optional. Nice-to-have. Secondary to the “real” skills - the technical, measurable ones we tend to prioritize at work. But that’s not accurate - the skills often labeled soft are actually the skills that make everything else work . When I first began introducing improvisation in the workplace as a way to develop teams and drive collaboration, I used the term soft skills myself. Over time, I real

I’ve always loved watching magic shows. The larger-than-life characters many magicians embody, the spectacle of grand illusions, the timing and speed of close-up work—and more than anything, the storytelling. Penn & Teller have been my favorites for as long as I can remember. As performers they’re captivating and playful; as people they’re true students of their craft. I especially love when they explain how a trick works and then still manage to blow your mind when they perf

Every class I teach — but especially Introduction to Improvisation — is an adventure. The students are exploring something new to them, meeting new people, probably visiting a new space. Maybe they’re excited, nervous, or even second-guessing their decision. From my perspective, I’m trying to get a read on the group — get a sense of any previous experience, notice who might need a little more prompting, support, or reigning in. Most importantly, we’re all trying to figure out

Our world is a dichotomy: news and opinions are more present than ever, yet people feel more distant and less connected. Faced with an onslaught of information, we often either push back or turn inward. One of the many reasons I love improvisation is that it forces me to engage actively and positively. Every word, action, and expression matters in a world that only exists because of those words, actions, and expressions. Improv demands that we listen deeply, notice nuance, an

As a coach, teacher, mentor, and facilitator I've had the privilege of working with hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds. Their...

Improvisation isn’t just for the stage — it’s a mindset and skillset that shows up in surprising places. “Improvisation is about...