Podcasts about business improv

Send us a textBob Kulhan is a professor at the Duke University Fuqua School of Business and an elite improv and sketch comedian. Bob is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 25-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences. His focus: People Skills. Human Connection.His clients include a who's who of businesses (from pharma to manufacturing to aerospace), universities, organizations, and government institutions. He has also worked extensively with entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, as well as small and medium size businesses.He is the best-selling author of Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv (Stanford University Press). Kulhan also created the dynamic online (asynchronous) program, Improvisational Communication in 2019, for those who want to study Business Improv in the comfort of their own homes, at their own pace.A Few (AWESOME) Quotes From This Episode‘Yes, And' does not mean I agree with you—it means I'm here, I'm listening, and I'm building thoughtfully on what you've said.”“Follow the follower: Great leaders pay close attention to those they lead, because those people are actively teaching you how to lead them.”“As a leader, my job isn't to have the right answer; it's to find the right answer by fostering real collaboration.”Resources Mentioned in This Episode Improvised Dialogues: Emergence and Creativity in Conversation by R. Keith SawyerThe Wisdom of Crowds by James SurowieckiAbout The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in studying, practicing, and teaching leadership. Plan for Prague - October 15-18, 2025!About  Scott J. AllenWebsiteWeekly Newsletter: Practical Wisdom for LeadersBlogMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are views to consider, and I hope they help you clarify your perspective. Nothing can replace your reflection, research, and exploration of the topic. ♻️ Please share with others and follow/subscribe to the podcast!⭐️ Please leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your platform of choice.➡️ Follow me on LinkedIn for more on leadership, communication, and tech.

In this episode, Phil describes his business journey and how he found the focus that made him successful. After struggling for several years, he was ready to quit - but he didn't. He shares some of the most important steps he took to reach his goals. One of those steps was taking up improv, which has given him more empathy for himself and his clients. It has allowed him to let go and stop getting in his own way. He's been able to bring this approach to his students and clients as well - to help them relax and enjoy learning.   Phil's Conversation website

You're not going to want to miss our next episode! Make sure you follow along on YouTube to check out our conversation with Bob Kulhan, Duke University Fuqua School of Business professor by day, elite improv comedian by night!

You're not going to want to miss our next episode! Make sure you follow along on YouTube to check out our conversation with Bob Kulhan, Duke University Fuqua School of Business professor by day, elite improv comedian by night!  Check out our YouTube Channel to catch our episodes live and be a part of the show!

In this throwback, If This Is True wishes you a Happy New Year with a conversation with Bob Kulhan of Business Improv. Bob is an iO, Second City and Annoyance alum who took improv business seriously and created Business Improv, the company! Bob is an adjunct professor at Duke University and has taught his improv curriculum around the world! He believes that "yes, and" can be more than just an improv tool. The phrase can also help to garner respect and to communicate on a higher level. Bob also talks about his Chicago Cubbies and what makes his heart sing. For more information on Bob's business, go to www.businessimprov.com. Give it a listen!

Often times when we think about presence or being present, we think it's a matter of determination. Ehhh (wrong noise beep). Presence exists more like a battery percentage. We can use it as much as we like, but when we're on low, we're on low. When we're out, we're out. It's not a matter of determination, but availability. If we've used up our presence for the day, we'll have to recharge before we can expect ourselves to give more. In this episode, Erin gives you an improv activity that will help train your mind to be present throughout the day. It's kind of like taking a cold shower to train your mind to tolerate stress. Let the gift-giving begin! ICYMI – Your Post-Episode Homework: Try the improv activity Mirror Your Presence and send in your thoughts to info@learntoimproveit.com or post it on the socials and tag us! Take the quiz below to determine your wellness avatar type and download your Wellness Workbook, free as can be.   Show Links: Want to book Erin to speak at your organization or large-scale event: Learn more here! Send us a voice message here! Did today's episode resonate with you? Please leave us a review for a chance to win a self-care package from us! Take the quiz to download your free Wellness Workbook!   Connect with Erin Diehl: Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Laugh Break Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won't miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps :)

The gig is up! Please welcome to the stage: The Failfluencer Files! Celebrating Real Work Fails with Really Real Leaders This is exactly what it sounds like, improve it! peeps. We're reframing and filing the failures that make us, us. Dare we say, we're celebrating them. Yup, we're throwing an actual party that's right in your headphones. What happens as a result? Our failures lose their power over us as we share the dark, embarrassing, human parts of our life. The ones that normally don't make it on the ‘Gram. The ones that connect us farrrrrrrr more than sharing our successes. The first ever Failfluencer File features (woooo say that 10 times fast) Erin's true story of one of her latest podcast episode fails. Click the link below to leave us a voice note with your WTF (Worst Terrifying Fail). We'll be there, failing right beside you.   Connect with Erin Diehl: Tell us about your fails! Instagram LinkedIn improve it! TikTok Improve it! Instagram Improve it! Facebook improve it! website Book a Workshop Email Erin: info@learntoimproveit.com   “I love this podcast and I love Erin!!” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing this podcast! This helps Erin support more people – just like you – move toward the leader you want to be. Click here, click listen on Apple Podcasts, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let Erin know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, subscribe to the podcast. That way you won't miss any juicy episodes! Thanks in advance, improve it! Peeps!

“Yes...but, Yes…and, the first one disrupts the thoughts flowing while the latter connects an idea that is already forming.” Peter Margaritis In today's episode Peter Margaritis continues his series on: Take a Load Off: Stress relievers for overwrought leaders. Peter shows how Business Improv is a tool that all leaders need to master to learn how to overcome pressures that come from business. Awareness is one way that can help you develop confidence and help you overcome stress. Being aware of your environment can help you control your involvement in any situation and this helps you manage and control your reactions to different triggers. Being prepared in any circumstance adds a layer of confidence. You may not be able to foresee the unexpected but you can be ready for the curves that may come your way. Without being prepared in most cases you are more concerned about anxieties and the stress of not binge prepared. As Peter shares with us rest of the tools he believes can help manage stress for leaders, he gives amazing examples of different stages that help drive the points home. Listen to this and so much more in the episode at petermargaritis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Stress is not always bad; it can motivate us into positive meaningful actions.” Peter Margaritis In today's episode Peter Margaritis begins his series on: Take a Load Off: Stress relievers for overwrought leaders.  He also shows how Business Improv is the way to go when facing uncertain situations and changes in the business world. When you are trying something new, always try it with a beta test on people you are sure will give you honest feedback before taking to the market. Peter gives an example of how something he hadn't thought about previously became one of the most successful business decisions for 2020. Something that was had been set up to educational also turned out to be entertaining, enjoyable, a bonding session to learn as well. What makes you happy? What doesn't make you happy? What stresses you? Stress is part of our everyday lives. It comes from the good the bad, and the in between. Stress is an opportunity to make change and make a positive outcome in the long run. Stress can help you add value to your life and business Peter shares some of his tools to use to manage stress into a positive outcome. Listen to this and so much more in the episode at petermargaritis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Negotiation is not a fight but a collaboration. Prepare more than memorize.” Peter Margaritis In today's episode Peter Margaritis continues his on Unscripted Give-and-Take and how to use Business Improv to resolve disputes and negotiate deals. Going for an all in approach is not a good way to begin business with someone you are trying to build a relationship with. You have the tools you need in order to have a win-win outcome in negotiation. The beginning of every conversation is a smile that disarms the other party. Your smile needs to be genuine. You may not get everything you need; you will however get the chance for future business opportunities. Humanize the conversation during negotiation creates an atmosphere of calm and respect that both parties can feel comfortable no matter the outcome. Do not use manipulation to get the other party to get them to do your point. You can however show them the benefits of what you are telling them, to their own goals and agenda's and this makes the relationship last longer. Preparedness during negotiation is better than memorizing facts and figures for that table. Adapt with the changing moods and turns at the table and do not follow a written in stone script; you will fail. Peter gives great tips on what to look for at the table during negotiation. Listen to this and so much more in the episode at petermargaritis.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Emotional resistance to negotiation wastes time and makes working with others hard. Negotiation is a relationship builder and not a war zone.” Peter Margaritis In today's episode, Peter Margaritis talks about Unscripted Give-and-Take and how to use Business Improv to resolve disputes and negotiate deals. Sometimes during negotiations, we must understand that you can negotiate up instead of down. Be able to negotiate to your best and have a win-win outcome. As a business owner, entrepreneur, consultant, or employee of an organization, even when you feel that you are not a great negotiator, it's good to learn the skills for your business and yourself and give credit to your skills and experience. Have the confidence to sell your expertise to the best that you can. According to Peter, six key points are great to have during negotiation. Listen to this and so much more in the episode at petermargaritis.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we speak with Bob Kulhan, CEO, Senior Faculty & Founder of Business Improv, about how lessons from improvisation can improve communications.  Host: Ian Grossman Producer: Claire Jeffrey & Chelsey Hadwin Music: Gibson Arthur This episode is brought to you by GET Mobile ID by GET Group North America, the smart choice for ID implementations. Put citizens in control with GET Mobile ID. Fully ISO compliant 18013-5 and surpasses AAMVA guidelines. Learn more at getgroupna.com.

In this episode of Lead.exe, Brian, Nick, and Jon are joined by friends of the show Peter Margaritis and Roxanne Kaufman Elliott to discuss Peter's new book Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv. The conversation includes the "yes and" approach to leadership, some practical tips for leaders at any level, and of course no shortage of amusing anecdotes from Peter and Roxanne.  

“Go write those stories, prepare and practice. And then if the occasion calls, go off script.” Peter Margaritis This is an excerpt from the book, “Off Script: Mastering The Art of Business Improv.“ The Silent Killer of business is ultimately a lack of financial acumen. The death knell of a company comes from having leaders who are empowered to make important decisions, who don't understand the fundamentals of Accounting and Finance. leaders need this understanding and knowledge to make a more informed, smarter and more profitable decision. Further, without the key elements of Improv in place, we won't have the courage or safety to talk about the money. We need to teach accounting and finance to non-financial leaders in a manner that removes the complexity from accounting and financial jargon, and teach them the fundamentals in plain English. When you switch the accounting and finance light bulb on, and include it as part of the Improv leadership development, your leaders will make better business decisions because their business acumen has been fully achieved. In business, problems and solutions are always about money. The improv exercises in this book provides you with tools that can always make you stronger regardless of your title or the amount of work experience or your confidence. Your ability to generate big results from these improv activities sometimes hinges on the participants' basic financial acumen to have these conversations in the first place. The combination of Improv off script leadership skills, and strong financial acumen can take you and your organization to new heights. It's been my great honor to introduce you to the world in which more yes is possible. A world in which respect, trust and support underlie our every interaction; a world in which we can focus on what matters and listen to the people who matter. A world in which we can adapt to any contingencies, opportunity or crisis, like a seasoned, talented improviser, ready to accept the gifts of change and forge forward into a story that's worth waiting to be written. If you'd like to learn more about off script mastering the art of business improv, go to www.offscriptimprov.com.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob and Rory are joined by Peter Magaritis, CPA and Certified Speaking Professional, the author of Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv. In this episode, Peter discusses how you can apply the 3 main tenets of improv: Honesty, Trust, and Support to help you communicate better with your team and clients. Discover the power of active listening and how the willingness to be changed by another person's thoughts can significantly improve your connection with people. Did MLK improvise his “I Have a Dream” speech? Why was Steve Jobs such a good speaker? You can find out the answers to these questions and more in this fast-paced, educational, and fun-natured episode with CPA turned Improvisor Peter Margaritis.

“Starting my own gig or my own business is pretty much like heading into a [serious] committed relationship. It requires work from both parties. It requires attention. It's a commitment...” - Michelle Clarke   When we think of improv theater, we think of it as a form of art and entertainment, not realizing that it offers lessons that can be applied to any business. We have Michelle Clarke, a global online facilitator, speaker, and leadership coach, to tell us how exactly it can be done.    Michelle's vision is to help entrepreneurs capitalize on what she believes is the “best accelerator to success,” an emotionally intelligent personal brand. Her own personal branding now allows her to hit the road regularly, travel the globe, and deliver thought leadership, training, and workshops designed to help her clients become better leaders.   Tune in now to learn how to apply improv theater to your business!   [00:01 - 04:45] Opening Segment We started with unraveling Michelle Clarke's vision for her business She talks about the services that her company offers   [04:46 - 14:04] Improve Theater and Business Improv theater can be applied to business teams too Michelle tells us how The workplace is changing and here's how you can adapt Here's the reality about entrepreneurship that aspiring entrepreneurs should know The adjustments in lifestyle and mindset you need to take The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on her business   [14:05 - 19:51] Recipes for a Successful Business Michelle shares how she ended up in Chile after originally living in South Africa Today is the perfect time to start a business despite the pandemic Michelle tells us why If you have this thing in you, chances are you will be successful according to Michelle Find out what's this thing she is talking about    [19:52 - 29:47] How to Improve as an Entrepreneur How to turn your passion projects into an attractive professional portfolio Here's the two-word question to ask to improve your entrepreneurial skills The importance of building your own team to grow your business   [29:48 - 34:59]  Wrapping Up!  Michelle drops a ton of golden nuggets for your inspiration, education, and motivation Don't miss them! Connect with Michelle Links below Final announcements Email motivcoach@gmail.com to connect with Michelle. Follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Visit her website to know more about the services of your MotivCoach!  Key Quotes   “If one has a passion for something, that is usually a great precursor for success.” - Michelle Clarke   “What I find being an entrepreneur [is the] need to keep educating myself.” - Michelle Clarke     Let's get connected!  Website: http://financial1st-aid.com Email:  Vmccoyesq@financial1st-aid.com    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Financial1st-Aid-108554114941620 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vera-mccoy-62917967/      LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with someone who wants to move from bankrupt to abundance. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify, iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts!  

Peter Margaritis, CSP, author of Off Scr!pt: Mastering the Art of Business Improv, tried his hand at improv in graduate school and, by his own accounts, he wasn't “very funny.” However, he realized that improv can become a very powerful, and useful, leadership tool. Margaritis says that improv changed his life, his business, and his way of being. He hopes it helps others realize that improv isn't about being funny, but it's a great leadership tool to develop in today's business landscape. In the book, Margaritis writes about the ‘seven foundations of improv' which starts with a foundation of “respect, trust, and support.” He adds that as long as people trust those who they work with – and they trust you, you must continue to cultivate that trust. Also, leaders should be doing everything in their power to support their teams with the right skills and tools to succeed, but if any of the three elements is missing, everything crumbles. There is one key feature, or the glue “that holds it all together.” Those two words are “yes…and.” Margaritis says that “yes/and is about agreement but not always agreeing. It's about empathy, collaboration, leaving your ego behind, and making it about your team.” Margaritis says people should learn to “listen to understand, not listen to respond” because “the business that we're all in is the people business, first and foremost.” Without people we have no business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bob Kulhan is the Founder, President, and CEO of Business Improvisations, an interactive learning program that uses the tenants of improvisations to enhance all levels of a business. He is the Author of Getting To “Yes And”: The Art of Business Improv, and an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua and Columbia business schools. He was an improv instructor at Chicago's famed Second City, an improv performer at the Annoyance Theatre, and was in the improv Baby Wants Candy.  In this episode… Are you looking to improve and scale your business at all levels of your organization? What steps can you take to be more innovative and revolutionize your workplace? Bob Kulhan of Business Improvisations, is focused on guiding professional organizations through out-of-the-box thinking to inspire and transform their brand into an enduring enterprise. Bob's experience and research have uncovered proven strategies and techniques to improve results, build innovative and cohesive teams, and operate more effectively to increase success. Are you ready to transform your organization into something exceptional?  In this episode of Access To Anyone, Michael Roderick and Bob Kulhan, Founder, President, and CEO of Business Improvisations, talk about creating impactful change and scaling your brand through improvisation. Bob discusses bringing successful improvisational strategies to the workplace, the importance of adapting to change, and effectively handling conflict.

If This Is True wishes you a Happy New Year with a conversation with Bob Kulhan of Business Improv. Bob is an iO, Second City and Annoyance alum who took improv business seriously and created Business Improv, the company! Bob is an adjunct professor at Duke University and has taught his improv curriculum around the world! He believes that "yes, and" can be more than just an improv tool. The phrase can also help to garner respect and to communicate on a higher level. Bob also talks about his Chicago Cubbies and what makes his heart sing. For more information on Bob's business, go to www.businessimprov.com. Give it a listen! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/christopher-hall7/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/christopher-hall7/support

Bob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.” With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching … The post “Getting to Yes And“ With Bob Kulhan first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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In this episode, I'm really excited to have as my guest, Peter Margaritis, Author of Taking the Numb Out of Numbers, Improv Is No Joke, and his new book, "Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv". Peter previously appeared on Ep 309 of the podcast, and it's great to welcome him back. In our discussion, Peter talked to me about: The common myth about improvisation (practice matters!) Authentic Leadership - the art of Monotasking and being fully present Engaging presentations, both in-person and virtually Listen to the podcast to learn more. https://innovabiz.co/petermargaritis-1 (Show Notes and Blog) https://innovabiz.com.au/innovabuzz/ (The Podcasts)

Going OFF SCRIPT doesn't come naturally to most organizational leaders. We want to control the narrative, ensure ideal outcomes, script the conversations, manage the problems, predict the future, and win (negotiations, new business, market share, and more). But what if good leaders could become better leaders by doing the opposite — by letting go of the control, by going “off script” in their conversations and negotiations, by being present instead of rushing to the future, and by collaborating in authentic, empathetic ways? If your organization is like most, the old way of communicating and managing isn't working for you. Status quo is coming up short. It's time to master the art of business improvisation (“improv”)! Returning to the podcast is renowned speaker, bestselling business author, Accidental Accountant, leadership expert, and improv virtuoso Peter Margaritis to chat about his new book, Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv. In what is his third book on effective workplace communication, Peter invites managers, directors, founders, vice presidents, and chief executives to redefine leadership and teamwork. And he teaches you the techniques he's taught employees at world-class brands like White Castle Systems, Cardinal Health, Target, Oklahoma State University, and Marriott. "Business improv is about letting go of your own agenda to listen intently — to be empathetic and open-minded in the present moment — so you can truly connect with colleagues and other stakeholders to generate optimal results." In business and in life, we tend to respond to others with “No, because ...” or “Yes, but ...” These dismissive and controlling tendencies lead to impasses, arguments, and ultimately failures. But when we learn to respond to others with “Yes, and ...” — acknowledging what we've heard and building upon it — we arrive more quickly at agreement and at breakthrough solutions for challenging problems. “Yes, and ...” is one of several improv techniques you'll learn from Peter Margaritis's Off Script! — a book that will help you build bridges, generate good ideas, adapt to any situation, nurture teams, and keep your anxiety at bay. Here's a sneak peek at what we cover: The importance of "preparation" in improv The case for "improv" in improving organizational cultures Practical advice based on real-life scenarios Making sure your virtual meetings and presentations don't suck Enjoyed this conversation with Peter? Want to learn more about business improv? Leave your thoughts and feedback in the comments section below! Make sure to follow Peter and I on LinkedIn for more. Subscribe: youtube.com/anncampea Listen: https://anchor.fm/theeverydaypm LINKS: https://petermargaritis.com/ - Learn about Peter! https://offscriptimprov.com/ - Buy the book! *** Follow Our Hosts on LinkedIn: Ann Campea, MSPM, MPH, PMP - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anncampea/Worldwide Readiness Program Manager at Apple, Inc. Program/Project management professional with 10 years of experience in product development, physical retail launches, health care, and tech industries. Peter Margaritis, CSP, C.P.A. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermargaritis/Certified Virtual Presenter, Keynote Speaker, Improv Virtuoso, Author, Podcaster, Educator, and Humorist Peter is a licensed, non-practicing, CPA in Ohio. Peter has worked for companies such as Price Waterhouse, Victoria's Secret Catalogue (not as a model), and Ohio Dominican University. Peter has earned the highest credential of a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) from the National Speakers Association. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theeverydaypm/support

Let's talk about comedy and how it relates to business. In this episode, Peter Margaritis joins the podcast to talk about just that, and his new book, “Off-Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv.”  Improv, at its core, is about building a conversation out of what another person says instead of relying on our own agendas. In our business settings, most of us want to control the narrative to ensure ideal outcomes. We want to script the conversations, manage the problems, predict the future, and most importantly, win. But good leaders become better leaders by doing the opposite — by letting go of control, and going off script in their conversations, negotiations, and brainstorms. This improv-inspired approach builds the mental muscles we need to be more than merely present in the meeting, but to collaborate with others in truly authentic, empathetic ways. This might be a totally new role, but we can do it. Peter Margaritis can help us get there. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit https://blionline.org/blog (blionline.org/blog). Resources: https://petermargaritis.com/ (petermargaritis.com) Read: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1948238365 (Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv) Read: https://www.williamury.com/books/getting-past-no/ (Getting Past No: Negotiating in Difficult Situations) Future-Proof is a production of http://crate.media (Crate Media)

Today's guest is… Peter Margaritis! Huh? That's right, we're turning the mic around with a special guest host, Kate Colbert, President of Silver Tree Publishing, to celebrate the release of “Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv.” I've documented much of the journey of writing this book directly through the podcast, and today we're going to wrap things up to talk about the whole story: Why I wrote this book, what it means to go off script, and how you can use improv to sharpen your business and leadership skills. To learn more, and for the complete show notes, visit: petermargaritis.com Resources: Read: Off Script: Mastering the Art of Business Improv Change Your Mindset is a production of Crate Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Podcasting Stories, we're talking with Bob Kulhan, founder and CEO of Business Improv, a corporate training and development firm that helps cultivate leadership and communication skills through team building games and improv. Bob founded the business more than two decades ago, inspired by his career as an improvisation performer. They provide a high-end, up-on-your-feet opportunity to experience improv and improve leadership, team-building, and innovation, and he shares a great example of a dysfunctional leadership team that was transformed by the process in less than a year. He's also intrigued by how a podcast could serve as a storytelling platform for his business and allow him to further his creativity in collaboration with his guests. Bob is a really interesting guy who's been able to combine his vocation with his avocation. If you have ever considered having your own podcast, this episode has a lot of great ideas for starting your podcast. LINKS Show Notes Be a Guest About YourPodcast.team About Business Improv GUEST Bob KulhanAbout Bob Special Guest: Bob Kulhan.

Communication expert, Bob Kulhan, can teach you to think on your feet and approach the most typical business challenges with fresh eyes and openness. You'll be thrilled to learn how to use Improv to improve your communication skills, engage with your audiece more deeply, and make more sales. And you don't even have to be a comedian to be good at it... just be yourself. Bob Kulhan, teaches how to use the skill of Improv in your daily business. You'll quickly improve your communication skills, engage with your audiece more deeply, and make more sales. And you don't even have to be a comedian to be good at it... just be yourself. As a Gift to listeners of the Experts Speak with Michael DeLon podcast, we are offering our guide, 6 Best Practices for Maximizing Effectiveness in Virtual Meetings, FREE. To claim your gift, visit www.businessimprov.com/connect. In addition, listeners will receive an exclusive code for Business Improv's Improvisational Communication, a first-of-its-kind online course designed using research backed by science and more than 20 years of experience. This course is regularly priced at $249 and by using the code YESAND you will be able to purchase for just $99 (a savings of $150!). Improvisational Communication is designed to take you from constantly struggling with your blocks and barriers to communication, to a place where you can thrive as a confident—and competent—communicator. (It is as applicable virtually as it is on-site and in-person!)

Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser and an adjunct professor at both Duke University and Columbia University business schools. Bob is also the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 21-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences. He is the author of GETTING TO YES AND (Stanford University Press). The post #111 – Bob Kulhan on Improv Tips To Improve Your Writing Process first appeared on Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal.

Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua B-School, author of ‘GETTING TO YES AND', and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 22-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences and ROI for blue-chip companies. BI is a world-class leader in experiential On-Site, Virtual (synchronous), Online (asynchronous), Blended (both), and Open Enrollment programs. We discuss: The human on the other side of the transaction [01:59] A Sherpa's level of customer devotion [04:00] Bridging the gap between two cultures [06:55] What it feels like to be thrilled at the core [10:09] How coaches and consultants can improve their customer experience [11:30] The weight of a long-term business relationship [14:08] The benefit of having different custom segments [15:17] Why it's important to serve the customer earlier in their journey [17:43] Why a client gravitates towards a particular coach or consultant [19:27] Learn more about Bob at http://www.BusinessImprov.com (www.BusinessImprov.com) and https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-kulhan-0226a01/ (LinkedIn).

Bob Kulhan is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® and Author of "Getting to Yes, And" as well as Adjunct Prof. Duke Fuqua School of Business/Forbes Contributor. Why improv for business? Resilience, well-being, and health are top of mind. Team cohesion, communication, collaboration, trust, and morale are being tried more than ever before. It is time for leaders to shine!

Bob Kulhan joins us to tell three stories about trying to find the balance between letting your kids fully invest and helping them to know what's appropriate. Bob's the CEO of Business Improv! Check it out here: www.businessimprov.com Hosted by Mary Theresa Archbold and Pat Shay Parents of 3-5 year olds, check out our Word Play workshop starting in July! Find more at www.funnyparentspodcast.com

Have you ever considered taking an improv class? Wonder what you'd learn in a business improv class? Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser and an adjunct professor at both Duke University and Columbia University business schools. He is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 22-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences. Bob is the author of "GETTING TO YES AND" and we discuss the benefits of using improv. The skills teach you how to be a better communicator and form stronger connections with others. Tune in now and access the show notes at thegoodlifecoach.com/137. Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, I would love your review on Apple Podcasts. It only takes a minute. 1. Click on this link ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-life-coach/id1441612098?mt=2 ) 2. Click “View in iTunes” button 3. Click “Subscribe” button 4. Click “Ratings and Reviews” text 5. Click to rate and leave short review and you're done! Thank you for listening to the show!

Improvisers know that the benefits of improv go well beyond the entertainment world. This podcast looks at the benefits of improv in the workplace, both on an individual and group level. SOURCES: Bob Kulhan. Business Improv. https://businessimprov.com Bernie Schroeder. Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/1500-ceos-surveyed-what-most-important-leadership-skill-schroeder/ Clay Drinko. Play your way sane. https://www.playyourwaysane.com/blog/applied-improvisation Clay Drinko. Play your way sane. https://www.playyourwaysane.com/blog/advantages-of-improvisation FIND SALLY: @sallyharveyanderson www.patreon.com/sallyharveyanderson

Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®. Kulhan has tailored On-Site, Virtual, Online, Blended and Open Enrollment Business Improv programs around the globe for a number of blue chip companies and organizations including the Department of Defense, US Naval Academy, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sears, Mazda, CISCO, Cushman & Wakefield, Pepsi, Ford Motors, Glaxo Smith Kline, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Capital One, Neutrogena, New York Red Bulls, and Procter & Gamble R&D University. Kulhan is a master improviser who has spent the last 26 years studying, teaching and performing improv (21 running Business Improv®), and the author of ‘GETTING TO YES AND: The Art of Business Improv', Stanford University Press.www.BusinessImprov.comwww.ImprovisationalCommunication.comFacebook: @BobKulhanLinkedIn: @BobKulhanTwitter: @Kulhan

EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS   Improv and Business - Improv story - Using improv in business - Building impulse and being present   Accidental Accountant - How did Peter end up being the Accidental Accountant? - When to use professional terms and when not to do so? - How to simplify presentations in an understandable language without losing the credibility of your profession? - Matching your presentation to your audience. - Research steps and preparations for public speaking. - Data and Storytelling - How much data is too much data? - Virtual and in-person speaking. - Speaking the language of your target listener.   - Removing the “can” presentation.   Peter Margaritis, CSP, CPA, also known as the Accidental Accountant, is the author of “Improv Is No Joke: Using Improvisation to Create Positive Results in Leadership and Life” and “Taking the Numb Out of Numbers: Explaining and Presenting Financial Information with Confidence and Clarity”   During his time as a corporate CPA, Peter took improv classes and performed stand-up comedy. Communicating directly with audiences was life-changing, and Peter discovered his true passion: Teaching what he knew rather than being a practicing CPA. That led him to university faculty positions where Peter combined his accounting skills with his improv performance skills. He realized his students not only learned more when they were entertained and engaged, but they also retained that knowledge and could apply it in new situations. It was an epiphany. Through his keynote presentations and customized workshops, Peter shows how the tools used in improv – like listening, flexibility, and trust – can change how a team interacts with each other and their clients. Bottom line, Peter can help your team learn new methods to improve their communication and build stronger relationships with your clients, customers, stakeholders, and associates.   To learn more about Peter visit https://petermargaritis.com/ or connect with Peter on LinkedIn HERE. Read Peter’s Blog HERE.    VISIT WWW.CONNECTWITHROMINA.COM TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SHOW AND ROMINA  

In this episode, I’m really excited to have as my guest, Bob Kulhan, Adjunct Professor of Business Administration for The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, as well as an Adjunct Professor of Business for Columbia Business School, Columbia University. He also is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®, a 21-year-old consultancy that links improv to business through behavioral sciences and real-world application. Business Improv is a world-class leader in developing experiential On-Site, Virtual (synchronous), Online (asynchronous) programs, as well as Hybrid and Open Enrollment courses for businesses and leaders. Improvisational Communication is designed to take you from constantly struggling with your blocks and barriers to communication, to a place where you can thrive as a confident and competent communicator.  Bob has very generously offered an exclusive code for listeners of this podcast to Business Improv’s Improvisational Communication, a first-of-its-kind online course designed using research backed by science and more than 20 years of experience. This course is regularly priced at $249 and by using the code YESAND you will be able to purchase for just $99. In our discussion, Bob talked to me about: How we can use Improv for collaboration, communication, and adapting to change How to break down organisational silos using Improv principles How to adjust your communication and facilitation style when transitioning from live to online events Listen to the podcast to learn more. Show Notes and Blog The Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a week it has been. Rob and Josh go over the events of the election, how to deal with crime ridden neighborhoods, and Rob gives a lesson on Business Improv

Find Bob on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-kulhan-0226a01/    Training with Bob: https://businessimprov.com/virtual-training/   Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®. Kulhan has tailored On-Site, Virtual, Digital, and Open Enrollment Business Improv programs around the globe for a number of blue chip companies

Bob Kulhan has been helping business people understand and react more successfully for over 20 years, using his skills in improv. He was a member of Chicago’s famed Second City acting group and has performed in the iO and Annoyance Theaters, as well as the PIT in New York City. In our interview, Bob explains his technique of, Yes, And, explained in his book, “Getting To YES And-The Art of Business Improv.” The phrase, Yes, and, is the cornerstone of improvisation. For example, in a sales conversation, rather than being satisfied with a No answer, or an objection to your presentation, simply respond with, Yes, And --- what can we do to make our product work for you? Always keep the client engaged and let them tell you what they need and explain how you can fill that need.Tune in to learn how you can use improvisation to improve your communications. https://soartosuccess.eliteexpertsnetwork.com

Bob Kulhand, CEO of Business Improv is back! This week's episode is a second look at how using improv techniques can help us at home and work. We explore the roots of "Yes, AND..." while applying them to being resilient and adaptable. We also explore some of the misconceptions of "Yes, AND..." and when "Yes, but..." might be appropriate. Bob puts me on the spot to teach an improv activity we can all use at the dinner table and offers a host of resources to help you bring "Yes, AND..." into your life!

Whether you’ve historically been for or against #virtual #learning, it’s a reality everyone has had to embrace amidst the #coronavirus pandemic. For some, it was business as usual or a relatively seamless transition. For others, it’s been an overwhelming and painful challenge, leaving learning professionals frustrated and learners disengaged. And, just because a lot of what’s been done in the past is bad doesn’t mean it can’t be done well. In this episode I’m joined by Bob Kulhan and Josh Pryor from Business Improv to share our experiences in doing virtual learning well. And, whether you’ve been doing virtual well for a while or are just getting started you’ll find something that will help take your virtual offerings from ordinary to extraordinary. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learningtechtalks/support

As an L&D or business leader, does improv immediately jump to mind as a solution to a number of the human challenges we’re facing amidst the coronavirus pandemic? I wouldn’t be surprised if many answered no to that question. However, I’d advocate it should be. Amidst the ever-growing, gloomy news about the coronavirus and the negative impact it’s having on the world around us, this conversation is a breath of fresh air that’s focused on solutions instead of problems. In this episode we talk with Bob Kulhan about how he has focused his experience and team at Business Improv to harness the power of improv and translate it into a solution that solves real business problems. He’ll also share more about how their latest solution that is not only preparing people to operate in a virtual and distributed world but creates an opportunity for people to see how to do it in practice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learningtechtalks/support

Megan Bryant is a charismatic business improv trainer, comedian, and performer.  She has a large presence and her energy is contagious. Her ability to read the room, and influence positively is exceptional. I first met Megan in 2008 and ever since then I have been impressed with her goodness, her generosity, and her kindness. We speak in this interview about the necessity of tapping into play in your pursuits in life, including your profession; and especially if you can manage to access fulfilling play in your off hours, you can tap into more productive creativity even in the workplace. Megan is an engaging speaker, entertainer, podcaster and author. You can find more about her from the links below: Her Bio: https://meetmeganbryant.com/about/Her Podcast Page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-hardly-know-her/id1461493421Her Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-My-Plan-Sucking-Until-ebook/dp/B01H490P1S/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Not+my+plan+megan+bryant&qid=1583436110&sr=8-1

Basketball players wear high tops and gymnasts use lots of tape, but less demanding activities, like the ones you do around the office, require a different, but equally important, type of support.

If a cocaine sniffing hippo starts chasing you, run in a zig-zag because they can only run in a straight line. If an improviser chases you, stay where you are, say "yes, and..." and see what happens.

Bob Kulhan, CEO and Founder of BusinessImprov, returns to the SHIPS podcast in episode 083 to talk about Energy Manipulation. This is a great episode for anyone looking for ways to consistently bring their best selves forward. We discuss what energy manipulation is, that energy is a choice, and how crucially important it is to be focused and present when talking to large groups or to an individual. Bob reveals to us that our energy, and what we bring into the room, has a huge impact on those around us. To learn more about Bob and BusinessImprov, please visit http://businessimprov.com/. To take advantage of the free resources he is providing, please check out https://businessimprov.com/free-download You can order his book on the BusinessImprov website or an Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Yes-Art-Business-Improv/dp/0804795800/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=getting+to+yes+and&qid=1580485080&sr=8-2 To listen to Bob's first episode on the SHIPS podcast, go to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reacting-adapting-communicating-bob-kulhan-episode/id1463063504?i=1000444199686 Bob Kulhan has spent the last two decades linking improvisation to business through the behavioral sciences. Bob is an elite improv actor as well as an Adjunct Professor at The Duke University Fuqua School of Business and Columbia University Business School. He also is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based out of Chicago, LA & New York City, BI is a world-class leader in developing experiential learning programs for businesses. For 26 years Bob has performed and taught improvisation internationally, including for Chicago's famed Second City (core faculty & master artist), iO (Improv Olympic’s resident company/faculty), Baby Wants Candy, The Annoyance Theatre, The PIT, and occasionally at UCB. His consulting and teaching work in leadership and managerial improvisation includes emphases on team skills, fostering a collaborative corporate culture, whole body listening, busting blocks to creativity, conflict management, dyadic relationships, creative and adaptive problem solving, leadership, influence, and creating agile cultures. Since 1998, his customized Business Improv programs have benefited a number of companies, b-schools and organizations, including GOOGLE, Ford Motor Company, Cushman & Wakefield, The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, UCLA Anderson School of Management, Yale School of Management, Koç University in Istanbul, The Australian Graduate School of Management, SAS, Mazda, American Express, Glaxo Smith Kline, DuPont, Hilton Hotels Worldwide, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai, PepsiCo, Capital One, Neutrogena, Progressive, Colgate-Palmolive, Raytheon, WebMD, Procter & Gamble R&D University, the US Department of Defense, and the US Naval Academy. Please visit patmcandrew.com to learn more about the host and producer of the SHIPS Podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/relate-patrick-mcandrew/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/relate-patrick-mcandrew/support

In a world that rotates at 1000mph, sometimes we feel the need to think equally as fast! However, this can often cause stressful and unproductive situations. Bob Kulhan has spent the last two decades linking improvisation to business through the behavioral sciences. Bob is an elite improv actor as well as an Adjunct Professor at The Duke University Fuqua School of Business and Columbia University Business School. He also is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based out of Chicago, LA & New York City, BI is a world-class leader in devel-oping experiential learning programs for businesses. I'm delighted to welcome Bob back on to the show, as he discusses the art of Thinking Slow to Move Fast. For those of you who want to be more productive and less rushed, this is a show not to be missed!

The Distilled Man - Actionable Advice for the Everyday Gentleman Improv isn't just about comedy. Becoming a skilled improvisor can be a huge asset in business, not to mention other high-stakes environments like sports, combat, and even in social situations.... Read More To view this post on The Distilled Man website, visit Bob Kulhan: The Art of Business Improv For a Free copy of our 42-page eBook, visit http://www.thedistilledman.com/48-hour-gentleman-ebook/

Amidst the deluge of advice for business people, there lies an overlooked tool, a key to thriving in today's fast-paced, unpredictable environment: improvisation! Bob Kulhan is the Founder, President & CEO of Business Improv®, a world-class leader in creating experiential training & development programs for corporations of all scopes & sizes. Kulhan serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Duke University Fuqua School of Business & Columbia Business School at Columbia University & teaches regularly as part of the Executive Education programs at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Do join us for a show where Bob will be Drawing on principles from cognitive and social psychology, behavioral economics, and communication, and will teach us how to think on our feet and approach the most typical business challenges with fresh eyes and openness!

Business Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace.You'll Learn:How improv's “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of workImprov's wisdom on conducting better meetingsHow to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…”About BobBob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster of blue-chip firms such as Google, PepsiCo, American Express, Capital One, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Ford Motor Company, Hilton Hotels Worldwide and Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide. Kulhan's consulting and teaching work with these clients emphasizes the use of improvisational techniques in developing leadership, improving managerial structure, honing team skills, fostering a collaborative corporate culture, busting blocks to creativity, facilitating conflict management, connecting Millennials, and encouraging creative and adaptive problem solving. His latest book is Getting to “Yes, and.”Items Mentioned in this Show:Website: www.businessimprov.comBook: Getting to “Yes, and” by Bob KulhanView transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep105See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.