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Dougal Shaw takes a trip to the Comedy Store in central London to meet a legend of improvisational comedy, who has a few tricks he can teach businesses. Neil Mullarkey has been performing with the Comedy Store Players every week for three decades. He has also worked closely with Mike Myers, who starred in the Austin Powers films. These days, as well as performing unscripted comedy, Mullarkey runs staff workshops with businesses and coaches individual CEOs, showing how the tools of his trade can help them. So how does improvisational comedy help you get ahead in business? Mullarkey shares tips on teamwork, presentation skills and getting comfortable with spontaneity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 19: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Neil Mullarkey and Ian Rodwell We rarely consider the power of humour and laughter in the workplace. But the evidence shows that not only can it make us feel more connected but it can also supercharge performance and creativity. So who better than Neil Mullarkey, one of the world's most experienced and accomplished improv performers and a veteran of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway' and two Austen Powers movies, to talk about why laughter can, indeed, be the best medicine. Drawing on Neil's extensive work with business organisations and his book, ‘In the moment', we discuss how improv can improve our ability to listen, notice and be curious – skills that lie at the heart of so many organisational activities such as leading, negotiating, coaching and collaborating. We also investigate why moments matter, the role of trust and how getting off the lift at the wrong floor can sometimes be a clever thing to do. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.
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Episode 19: The Linklaters Ideas Foundry Speakers: Neil Mullarkey and Ian Rodwell We rarely consider the power of humour and laughter in the workplace. But the evidence shows that not only can it make us feel more connected but it can also supercharge performance and creativity. So who better than Neil Mullarkey, one of the world's most experienced and accomplished improv performers and a veteran of ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway' and two Austen Powers movies, to talk about why laughter can, indeed, be the best medicine. Drawing on Neil's extensive work with business organisations and his book, ‘In the moment', we discuss how improv can improve our ability to listen, notice and be curious – skills that lie at the heart of so many organisational activities such as leading, negotiating, coaching and collaborating. We also investigate why moments matter, the role of trust and how getting off the lift at the wrong floor can sometimes be a clever thing to do. To watch all episodes in The Linklaters Ideas Foundry, visit our website.
The traditional view of a leader is serious, stoic and humourless, but are humour, laughter and storytelling the new leadership traits?Joining me this week is Neil Mullarkey, Comedian, author and business coachNeil discusses how to be a better leader through storytelling, laughter, fun and mindset? The Marketing Rules Podcast is sponsored by RChill https://www.rchilli.com/ #MarketingRules #TheVoiceOfRecruitmentMarketing To connect with Neil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilmullarkey/ Discount code KOGANPAGE20 at the Kogan Page website via https://neilmullarkey.com/inthemomentbook Learn more about James and ThinkinCircles: https://thinkincircles.com/ https://www.themarketingrules.com/
A special Christmas edition of the show, featuring The Real Thing, Nick Capaldi, Neil Mullarkey and Billy J Kramer.
Tim talks to actor, writer, comedian, and improv legend Neil Mullarkey about how a chance meeting with Mike Myers in the 1980s changed his life forever, and how he became part of the gang that brought the art of improv into the mainstream of British comedy. Tim and Neil discuss how the tools and techniques of improv can help everybody up their own creative game. Email fistoffirsts@gmail.com with your answer to our 'listener's first' question, or just let us know a story of what you've done for the first time this week. Tim will read the best out every episode. Follow him on X, Threads or Instagram - @timreid69' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, our host Iain Luke Jones sits down with UK improv pioneer Neil Mullarkey for an in-depth chat about his incredible journey through the world of improv comedy and beyond. We dive into how he first discovered improv, the origins of his long-standing friendship with Austin Powers star Mike Myers, and how the iconic Comedy Store Players came to be. Neil also shares fascinating stories from the early days of Whose Line is it Anyway?, and we explore his transition into using improv techniques to revolutionise the corporate world. Join us for an inspiring conversation filled with laughter, insight, and a peek behind the scenes of both the comedy stage and the boardroom. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss—so sit back, relax, and enjoy Neil's true story of making stuff up!
Neil Mullarkey, a renowned comedian and communication expert, has written a book titled “In the Moment: Build Your Confidence, Communication and Creativity at Work”. This book provides practical strategies and tools to help professionals improve their confidence, communication, and creativity in everyday work moments. In todays episode our host William Corless reviews "In the Moment" written by our guest Neil Mullarkey. Topics discussed include Improv vs "Winging it", Socially intelligence, the importance of relationships, the concept of "Comping" and much more! For more information on Neil Mullarkey visit: https://neilmullarkey.com/
In Episode 96, The Occupational Philosophers chat with a returning guest, Neil Mullarkey! Neil who embodies the ethos of this shows and plays at the intersection of curiosity, creativity, and serendipity! His last conversation with the show was way back in 2021 when the world was still reeling from the pandemic, the Tories were still in power, and Jeff Bezos was launching himself into space into a strangely shaped spacecraft…. He co-founded the world-famous improvisation group The Comedy Store Players here in the UK with Mike Myers, later appearing with him in the fabulous Austin Powers movies….who can forget “This sort of thing is my bag baby”...and more recently with Mike Myers in the Pentaverate sporting a lovely moustache. He is also highly accomplished in the field of management training, running many workshops and conferences for private and public organisations, using the techniques of theatre improvisation to inspire business people to embrace their creativity and enhance their communication skills. He is a published author of Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, and the more recent, In the Moment - both great books and highly recommended It's a real delight to welcome back, the man both ‘In the moment' and man of the moment....Neil Mullarkey!!!! In this episode, the Occupational Philosophers explore: The different ways you can organise your bookshelves What is a moment? How you can build a Cathedral if everyone brings a brick! What is adaptive leadership? Why you need to trust the process of collaborative creativity, saying ‘Yes to the mess' When you need to be prepared and when you need to let go Could AI replace Neil? The experience of writing his book ‘In the Moment' Why don't people say ‘ancillary' or ‘flan' anymore? When is a LAGER a LASER? And what does that have to do with Improv? The wave-particle duality of light…..quantum facilitation anyone? Why is curiosity the yin to serendipity's yang? The story of the ‘lucky butcher'... And as ever, enjoy the Thought Experiment …this time it's: In the What? Learn more about Neil https://neilmullarkey.com https://neilmullarkey.com/inthemomentbook (Discount code available!) https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilmullarkey https://comedystoreplayers.com https://www.improvyourbiz.com https://acknowledgements.substack.com References https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67871679.amp https://news.sky.com/story/hotel-looking-to-hire-banter-merchant-to-entertain-guests-during-edinburgh-festival-fringe-13175451 https://www.michaelconnelly.com https://www.waterstones.com/book/my-family/david-baddiel/9780008487607 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cambozola
Actor, writer and business coach Neil Mullarkey is a founding member of London's Comedy Store Players improv group. We'll hear about his friendship with Mike Myers, his involvement with Saturday morning kid's television, and his work in teaching businesses to embrace creativity in the workplace. David and Justin look at whether board games can be adapted to make good TV formats, and how to stop viewers changing channel. Plus, there's a special version of 'Four Minute Format' and all the usual news.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/tv-show-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Neil Mullarkey, comedian, actor, and author of In the Moment: Build your confidence, creativity, and communication at work, shares his journey into comedy and writing and how he recognized the power of comedy at an early age. He's toured the world, working with well-known comedians like Mike Myers, with whom he founded the Comedy Store Players in London. Mullarckey found that the skills he learned in his improv classes translated well into leadership and management.
In this episode, we are pleased to be joined by the man, the myth, the legend, Neil Mullarkey. Ben met Neil at the Google Champions Symposium in November 2023, got his book and it has had a huge impact on him. This episode is another fan boy moment for him! Neil transforms the creative and collaborative capabilities of teams and leaders with his unique improv and communication expertise, having been an improv comedian for over 35 years, having been inspired by the one and only Mike Myers. He is one of the world's most experienced and accomplished improv performers and has inspired successful, innovative change in corporations and business worldwide for close on 25 years.His many clients include Google, Deloitte, Vodafone, Accenture, Unilever and top law firms. Check out his work. Get 20% off his latest book (KOGAN20) Buy tickets to see him at the Comedy Store Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Ben & Steve x Championing those who are making the future of education a reality. Follow us on X Grab your tickets for the Uprising 2024 Want to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work? Get in touch: info@edufuturists.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edufuturistspodcast/message
Neil is one of the top Improv performers in the world and a very funny guy. He talks about how you can effectively apply Improv and humor in the work environment to build relationships which he discusses in detail in his book, "In the Moment".
What can business learn from improvisation? On the face of it, a form of entertainment that involves making things up as you go along, seems to be filled with human risk and not at all helpful in the business world.But actually, the skills that improvisers use to entertain us, are incredibky useful in businesses to drive better decision-making, The techniques that allow them to respond to unexpecte situations or come up with creative ideas, are incredibly helpful in a business context.Having previously explored some of the dynamics of improv with Comedy Store director, author and perfomer Neil Mullarkey, I wanted to dive a little deeper into the subject.Meet Heather UrqhuhartMy guest on this episode Heather Urquhart is a professional improviser who not only performs improv but also works to help busineses to manage uncertainty and drive creativity via her firm 'And Also Improv'.In our discussion, we look how the dynamics inherent in improv can help to improce the quality of decision-making and ideas within businesses.Amongst other things, we look at how active listening, a non-judgmental approach to creative ideas can transform all aspects of an organization, not just the traditionally 'creative' ones. True to the theme, Heather and I set out on our conversation with an open agenda. Not only did that take us to some intesting and unexpected places, but it also meant that we just kept going. So much so, that there's too much for just one episode. So, this is Part one of a two part discussion. Part Two is coming soon.Links My previous discussion with Neil Mullarkey: https://www.humanriskpodcast.com/neil-mullarkey-on-being-in-the-moment/Heather's website: https://www.heatherurquhart.co.uk/Her compnay ‘And Also' Improv: https://andalsoimprov.com/The MayDays, the Improv troop that heather is part of: https://www.themaydays.co.uk/speaker/heather-urquhart/ 'Showstoppers The Musical': https://showstopperthemusical.com/
The Best of My Time Capsule 2023 Part 3 featuring Tony Robinson, Ted Robbins, Nina Wadia, Neil Delamere, Jim Sweeny, Samira Ahmed, Roger Black, Robert Popper, Jon Harvey AKA Count Binface, Professor Turi King, Neil Mullarkey, Zoe Lyons, Tommy Cannon and Iain Lee.Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people. Get bonus episodes and ad-free listening by becoming a team member with Acast+! Your support will help us to keep making My Time Capsule. Join our team now! https://plus.acast.com/s/mytimecapsule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do you rate your communication skills?Being able to communicate with creativity and conviction is something leaders need to encourage their teams to contribute more and give meaningful ideas. In this episode I am joined by Neil Mullarkey, comedian, actor and coach to senior executives. He is also a co-founder of the world-famous Comedy Store players in London, and he believes that improv is a key ingredient to being a great communicator.He shares his mindset practices before, during and after a performance, and the best ways you can use improv in a work environment. He discusses whether business and humour can go hand in hand as well as the barriers that are in the way to make this happen. We also talk about how to listen to others, building on what they say, and then bringing more of yourself into the conversation.“Improv is the humour that works in organisations, working with what's in the moment” – Neil MullarkeyYou'll hear about:· Neil's mindset before a performance· Neil's observations from working with leaders· The best examples of using improv at work· How to make sure your contribution is really good· Can business and humour go together?· Barriers and obstacles in the way· Managing the good times and the bad· What impact does Neil want to have on the world?About Neil Mullarkey:Neil is an actor, comedian, coach, and author. He co-founded the world famous improvisation group The Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers. He's appeared on the likes of Have I Got News For You, Smith and Jones, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Austin Powers (International Man of Mystery and Goldmember), I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, Lovejoy, Saturday Live, Carrott Confidential, Paul Merton The Series, Spiceworld The Movie and QI.He now also inspires people and businesses to embrace their creativity and enhance their communication skills, working with corporate clients to develop innovation and agility in the workplace.His resources:• Profile: https://shorturl.at/cijOT• Book ‘In the moment': https://shorturl.at/zAV03 • Services: Learn or Laugh - https://neilmullarkey.com/My resources:Take my new Becoming a Strategic Leader course (https://bit.ly/3KJYDTj).Sign up to my Strategic Leader newsletter (http://bit.ly/36WRpri) for stimuli, ideas, guidance and tips on how to lead your team, organisation or self more effectively, delivered straight to your inbox:Subscribe to my YouTube channel (http://bit.ly/3cFGk1k) where you can watch the conversation.Take the Extraordinary Essentials test (https://bit.ly/3EhSKY5) to identify your strengths and development areas as a strategic leader:For more details about me:● Services (https://bit.ly/373jctk) to CEOs, entrepreneurs and professionals● About me (https://bit.ly/3LFsfiO) - my background, experience and philosophy● Examples of my writing (https://bit.ly/3O7jkc7)● Follow me and engage with me on LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/2Z2PexP)● Follow me and engage with me on Twitter (https://bit.ly/36XavNI)
Dave Cohen is a comedy writer who has written on shows including Not Going Out, Have I Got News For You, Spitting Image, My Family and Life of Riley. On Radio he's written for shows including, The News Quiz, Dead Ringers, Sunday Format and 50 episodes of the Radio 4 show 15 Minute Musical with Richie Webb and David Quantick, which won the Writers Guild Best Comedy 2009. Dave wrote the lyrics for around 100 songs for CBBC show Horrible Histories – winning eight BAFTAs and a Rose d'Or. Dave started his career performing stand up and was nominated for the Edinburgh Fringe Perrier Award in 1984. In 1985 he Started the Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers, Paul Merton, Neil Mullarkey & Kit Hollerbach and, he also started world's first Jewish heavy metal band “Guns'n'Moses” with Al Murray, Jim Tavare and Mike Cosgrave .Dave Cohen is guest number 341 on My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .For everything Dave Cohen including his books, visit - davecohen.org.uk .Follow Dave Cohen on Twitter @DaveCohencomedy .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people. Get bonus episodes and ad-free listening by becoming a team member with Acast+! Your support will help us to keep making My Time Capsule. Join our team now! https://plus.acast.com/s/mytimecapsule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Do you know everything about your significant other? Are they hiding any deep, dark secrets? Could they be... an axe murderer? (I mean, probably not.) Tomorrow, we dive into the Mike Myers' comedy that didn't perform as well as it should've: So I Married an Axe Murder. Written by Robbie Fox (with uncredited re-writes from Mike Myers and Neil Mullarkey). Directed by Tommy Schlamme. Starring Mike Myers, Nancy Travis, Anthony LaPaglia, Amanda Plummer and a huge cameo cast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thegenxfiles/support
Neil Mullarkey visits Google to discuss his book “In the Moment: Build Your Confidence, Communication and Creativity at Work” There are moments throughout our lives when our confidence and creativity can make all the difference. Every meeting, presentation and conversation is an opportunity to embrace your confidence and show your creative flair. With insights on collaboration, risk-taking and organization, this book arms you with a complete repertoire of powerful communication tricks and strategies. Neil Mullarkey is an actor, author, comedian and communication expert, notably known for his roles in “Whose Line Is it Anyway” and the Austin Powers movies. Neil also travels the world bringing the skills of theater and improv to clients such as EY, Deloitte, Vodafone, Accenture and Unilever. He has delivered hundreds of keynotes and workshops to various organizations and is a guest speaker at London Business School, London Business Forum and Bayes Business School. Visit http://g.co/TalksAtGoogle/BuildConfidence to watch the video.
In this episode, Nigel travels to London to sit with internationally renowned improviser Neil Mullarkey at his old haunt - The Comedy Store. Alongside multiple film, TV and radio appearances, Neil is also a best selling author and communication expert. The Comedy Store, in London's Leicester Square, is a place that is special to them both and forms the cornerstone for the conversation around Neil's Five of My Life choices. Check out The Comedy Store HERE Find Neil Mullarkey on X HERE, FB HERE, LinkedIn HERE and contact and purchase his latest book HERE Contact Nigel and Find him everywhere HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to 'Don't You Want Me?' - a podcast series taking a lighthearted look at the most relatable, intriguing and dysfunctional relationships in film. Today we're tucking into some haggis with 1993's cult comedy classic So I Married an Axe Murderer, directed by Thomas Schlamme. Mike Myers plays a commitment-phobic chap - a recurring theme on this podcast - who meets his match in the form of the beautiful Harriet, played by Nancy Travis, though some meaty issues arise once they start to get to know one another. If you enjoy this episode, please leave us a rating or a review in your podcast app of choice - we would appreciate it more than the world's largest cappuccino. What is it about the pairing of Harriet and Charlie and all that comes with it that has led to this movie gathering so many devoted fans over the last thirty years? Well, who better to discuss this with than one of the writers of So I Married an Axe Murderer - it's comedian and communication expert Neil Mullarkey. You can follow Neil on Twitter and Instagram. Follow Don't You Want Me on Twitter @DYWMpodcast, Instagram @dywmpodcast and Facebook @DYWMpodcast Recorded in October 2023. Edited by Rich Nelson Additional material written by Catrin Lowe Theme music by Paul Abbott (on Twitter @Pablovich) Design by NOAKE (on Instagram @n_o_a_k_e) Rich can be found on Twitter @Fantana275 Cat can be found on Twitter @KittyCostanza
30 minutes a day on personal training and development methods, according to research from the Centre for Management & Organisation Effectiveness. Inspiration can come from books, Ted Talks, podcasts and many more sources. But what about improv comedy?Neil Mullarkey is a unique communication expert who has spent over two decades helping organisations large and small transform their thinking through the power of improv… and yes, that is his real name. His latest book In The Moment provides a powerful case for a more collaborative and creative approach to work and how to achieve it even when embracing hybrid working.We spoke to Neil about the lessons all leaders can take from improv, getting the most out of hybrid and remote workers, and much more.Here's what we discussed:Could you give us an overview of your career? (01:17)Was there a specific moment where you thought that the ethos of improv could benefit the business world? (04:20)Can you remember how you felt during that first corporate gig? Was there any imposter syndrome? (11:14)Have you had feedback from leaders saying that your sessions were exactly what they needed? (16:12)Are people surprised that your sessions are much more than just humour? (21:40)Your book includes tips for helping people in remote and hybrid working situations. How did you adapt your own practice during the pandemic? (26:58)Is there a characteristic or work-on that is consistent across your work? (33:55)The Good News Postcard: What was the highest and lowest point in your career and how did you get through it? (37:56)What makes a great business leader? (39:36)Thanks to Heneh from the Jill Dando News for bringing us The Good News Postcard this week. Get your dose of positive news by visiting The Good News Post, a website collated by hundreds of young people aged 8 to 18 in the UK. They've written real-life “news that's good for you”, covering people, animals, stories to cheer people up, and tips to make lives better.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Business Leader YouTube channel for more interviews with some of the world's leading business figures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Neil Mullarkey is an expert in applying improv techniques to sales and leadership situations. Recently he sat down with Phil Gerbyshak to talk about a few of his more salient insights into improv and how they can help you building your confidence, communication and clarity. While we didn't initially sit down to turn this into a podcast episode, the conversation was so rich it's worth sharing with you.Here are a few highlights of the conversation.Neil got his start in improv comedy when Mike Myers (yes - THAT Mike Meyers) joined his Cambridge Footlights troupe and taught them improv skills he learned at Second City in Toronto. This kicked off Neil's career in improv comedy.Improv comedy skills are useful in sales and business - skills like listening deeply, accepting what the other person says, and building on it. Improv is about creating story and characters that generate humor, not just telling jokes.Neil sees parallels between improv comedy and skills needed in business - conversations with colleagues, customers and stakeholders involve a lot of improvisation and adaptability. He wrote a book called "In the Moment" exploring these connections.Neil learned improv through hands-on practice and performing, not just studying it intellectually. He emphasizes the importance of learning by doing.Neil also discussed the balance between structured preparation and improvisation that's needed in sales, presentations and other business situations. Too much improv without structure wastes people's time, but overly scripted interactions don't allow for adaptability.Get a copy of Neil Mullarkey's latest book In the Moment: Build Your Confidence, Communication and Creativity at Work here and to know Neil more on his website. ★ Support this podcast ★ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit happyaf.substack.com/subscribe
In a sense writing a business book – any book, really – is quintessentially about finding and using your voice. You're talking across time and space to a reader for a conversation that lasts for hours; admittedly a bit of a one-sided conversation, but it's not possible to talk to someone for tens of thousands of words without them having a sense of your voice in their head. So how can you use that voice most effectively? Here's some advice from some of the best writers in the business books business to give you some ideas... Anne Janzer on what your writer's voice is and why it matters Dr Lucy Ryan on writing for your reader Catherine Garrod on the holistic nature of the writer's voice Nicholas Janni on precision and the craft of rewriting Rachel Lawes on caring, not selling Robin Powell on aligning your interests with your readers' Neil Mullarkey on using humour right (and avoiding the wrong kinds...) Richard Hoare on finding a coherent voice with a co-writer Dennis Sherwood on not getting too hung up about it all too soon. Listen in, and discover how to take your voice from meh to aMAZing!
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Described as ‘the king of improv', in reality Neil Mullarkey is more than that. The middle of three brothers, Neil is the one with the least conventional career choice. Perhaps you could say it all started at Cambridge where Neil was President of the now-famous Footlights Club. Or perhaps it started in a more public arena when he and Mike Myers founded the original Comedy Store in London. Perhaps it is starting now as Neil Mullarkey takes the lessons he's learned in the genre of Improv and introduces them to the wider worlds of business and business schools. Neil Mullarkey is a curious combination of the searching academic and the pragmatic comic. He is at pains to tell us that the origins of Improv are not in Comedy but in mental welfare. He is happy to talk about Skinner, Pavlov and Herminia Ibarra. He is happy to use terms like ‘operant conditioning', ‘provocative therapy' and ‘affiliative humour.' And at the same time, he is happiest eating meals with his wife and children, ahead of on-song running an Improv Workshop or eating Sushi on his own.In the next breath, he will tell you he would be happy with a note in the history books which simply said “He made some people laugh.” His words to live by are ‘Say yes to everything and work out how to do it afterwards.' Why else would he leave London and travel to the Ustinov Studio in Bath to appear Live on stage, totally unscripted, streamed as it happened - whatever happened! - on both Facebook and YouTube? In fact it was a great success - two lovers of Improv working together to delight an interested audience. Two table tennis enthusiasts keeping a fascinating rally going spectacularly well for a good hour.“The only real mistake is to stop trying.” So says Neil Mullarkey, performer, thinker, writer. Fascinating stuff! Very generous, very authentic and occasionally very emotional.A treat in store! Neil's episode is a treasure trove of insights - not just on comedy, but on authenticity, leadership, and the importance of embracing failure. Drawing wisdom from esteemed individuals such as Herminia Ibarra and B.F. Skinner, we explore facets of life that transcend the boundaries of showbiz. Neil's candid anecdotes on how he applies these life lessons to his personal journeys - like his unexpected stint as an umpire for the English Open Table Tennis Championships - are sure to leave you inspired. As we navigate through Neil's experiences, we also discuss his intriguing thoughts on provocative therapy and his unending love for improv. Get ready for a heartfelt tribute to Neil's late friend Andy Smart, a celebration of his upcoming charity event, and a deep dive into the stories and inspirations behind his book, 'In the Moment.' This episode, filled to the brim with humor, wisdom, and engaging anecdotes, is designed to leave you entertained and enlightened. So sit back, relax, and let the tales of Neil Mullarkey lead you through a journey of laughter and Tune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!
Neil Mullarkey is an actor, writer and comedian. He is a founder member of world famous comedy improv group, The Comedy Store Players and still appears with them regularly at London's Comedy Store. In the mid-1980s, Neil teamed up with Mike Myers as 'Mullarkey and Myers'. They toured the UK and had a sell out run at the Edinburgh Festival. The two appeared as 'The Sound Asleep Club' on TV-am's 'Wide Awake Club' and Neil would later appear in Mike Myers' films Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery and Austin Powers: Goldmember. He starred with Edie Izard in the sell out West End show One Word Improv and has been on TV in Whose Line Is It Anyway, Lovejoy, Smith and Jones, Saturday Live, QI, Have I got News For You and Absolutely. Neil has been heard on Radio4 on Just a minute, The News Quiz, Quote Unquote, I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, Loose Ends and The Unbelievable truth. Neil trains people online and in person on communication skills and has brought the innovation of improvisation to some of the world's biggest corporations. He's written a number of books on the subject, his latest being In The Moment about how to build your confidence, communication and creativity at work .Neil Mullarkey is guest number 312 on My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .To buy Neil's books and for more info, visit - neilmullarkey.com .Follow Neil Mullarkey on Twitter & Instagram @NeilMullarkey .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people. Get this podcast ad-free by becoming a team member with Acast+! Your support will help us to keep making My Time Capsule. Join our team now! https://plus.acast.com/s/mytimecapsule. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How can we be more in the moment in meetings, conversations and presentations? On this episode, I'm speaking to communications expert and comedian Neil Mullarkey.In his new book 'In The Moment', Neil explores how we can use the ideas that underpin improv comedy to improve our confidence, communication and creativity. In our discussion, we explore: how Neil came to work in Improv Comedy, how Mike Myers inspired his career and why he enjoys improvisation;how that translates into working in business to build creativity;the need for structures such as rules, methodologies and processes in order for creativity to be able to flourish;the difference between Newtonian and Darwinian dynamics in the workplace;lessons from the pandemic about working practices;And so much more...To find out more about:Neil: https://neilmullarkey.com/In The Moment: https://neilmullarkey.com/inthemomentbookThe Comedy Store Players: https://comedystoreplayers.com/For more on my new book, 'Humanizing Rules: Bringing Behaviorual Science to Ethics & Compliance' and read the first few chapters for free: www.humanizing.rules.comIf you enjoyed this episode, then I also recommend listening to this episode where I spoke with comedy writer Paul Dornan: https://www.humanriskpodcast.com/paul-dornan-on-being-truly-funny/
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Kelly connects across the pond with Neil Mullarkey, who began his comedy career in a duo with Mike Myers, improvised with London’s legendary Comedy Store Players, and applied his knowledge of improvisation to the world of business management training. He has a new book, “In the Moment: Build Your Confidence, Communication and Creativity at Work.” You can find […]
"It's not thinking on your feet, it's listening on your feet. Yes and, what are you saying? How can I build on that? How can I move in the direction that we are going to go together?" If the thought of trying to be funny at work brings you out in a rash, don't panic: I have it on good authority from Neil Mullarkey that there's no need to dress up as a chicken or do karaoke. And he should know. Co-founder of Europe's top improv troupe, the Comedy Store Players, Neil has spent many years sharing the principles of improv with business leaders to improve their confidence, communication, and creativity. Neil's new book In the Moment is a call to embrace the importance of listening and co-creating in the moment, a key principle of improv. It's not about being funny per se, but rather about fostering collaboration, navigating ambiguity, and embracing vulnerability. In this context, humour enhances human connections, builds rapport, and fosters creativity - the elements, in fact, that we need most in our workplaces today.
Neil Mullarkey is a comedian, author, co-founder of The Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers (Wayne's World, Austin Powers & Shrek) a regular on Whose Line Is It Anyway and member of the iconic Cambridge Footlights. This episode will make you smile and laugh out loud, something we could all do with more of. Neil shares some incredible stories with me from the days of the Cambridge Footlights, home to so many famous comedians such as Monty Python, The Goodies, John Cleese, Fry & Laurie and many more. He explains how he met Mike Myers by accident and asked him to paint the set and sell tickets for him which led to them becoming a double act which in turn become a way of life full of laughter, improvisation and stand up comedy. The power and applicability of improvisation in a business context is clear and Neil now helps leaders focus on their ability to listen, co-create, build psychological safety and teamwork and step into uncertainty with a feeling of hope. You become a good improvisor when you let go of the fear of being seen as mad, bad or wrong. Don't try to do things by yourself 'bring a brick and build a cathedral.'Warwick University did a study that happy workers are 12% more productive, humour will help any leader and humour utterances tend to see people succeed more than those who don't.Neil outlines his acronym L.A.G.E.R. as a simple process that any of us can follow. Neil also explains how he met and worked with Eddie Izzard and outlines how different styles and rhythms of delivery connect with audiences. The pandemic also forced Neil to focus on his skills in a virtual and remote format. His advice for leaders is to keep communicating with people using all the various mediums but ensuring you are 'checking in' not 'checking up'. and use the 20:20:20 rule. The office remains a place to focus people on 'connection, celebration and education.' Kentucky Fried Duck will help you remember to focus on your what you want your audience to KNOW, FEEL and DO to avoid the spiral of disaster and enter the bubble of opportunity. This episode is packed full of fun, laughter and wisdom from years of entertaining people all over the world as some of the greatest comedians of our time. We also touch on storytelling for leaders. Keep it simple as Neil outlines three simple categories of. how we got here, where we are now and where are we going next. Neil has also promised me that his alter ego L Vaughan Spencer will come onto the show in the New Year.......what could possibly go wrong!www.neilmullarkey.comNeil's new book 'In The Moment' is available on Amazon.
Lucy speaks to comedian Neil Mullarkey, about how to make politicians communicate better with voters.
Neil Mullarkey is a renowned comedian and an expert in communication. He began his career as President of Cambridge Footlights and then he teamed up with Mike Myers. Neil has also shared the stage with household names from Eddie Izzard, Dawn French, Paul Merton, Josie Lawrence, Eric Sykes and Christopher Biggins. He has participated in the Radio 4 shows I'm Sorry I Haven't a Clue, Just A Minute and appeared in Whose Line Is It Anyway, QI and two Austin Powers movies. In 1985 he and Mike Myers founded the Comedy Store Players and Neil can often be found improvising at the venue on Sundays. He now teaches improv and other theatre skills, helping people to gain confidence and to work together more creatively and effectively. Above all, he encourages people to have fun in the workplace – teaching them to listen to one another more carefully and to laugh at themselves. Neil gives workshops and online coaching worldwide, has worked with leading companies and with prominent names in the world of sport. Andy and Neil discuss the power of being in the moment and the positive effect this can have on relationships in business. Creativity and innovation can result by being prepared to listen and move away from your agenda when that moment occurs. His forthcoming book, In The Moment: Build your Confidence, Communication and Creativity at Work, uses a range of case studies to illustrate his ideas and is a witty, engaging and inspiring guide to achieving success in the workplace. Neil is talking about the new book on 7th June 2023 in London. You can attend in person or remotely. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/phls-2023-neil-mullarkey-on-laughter-at-work-tickets-617662022737?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1&fbclid=IwAR06WtpcBRDdktbLXxo0nUes1EPoCkYvS1FmPomN-HBb4hjrxFtKctPKxcM
Joining Bobby is the hilarious and versatile Neil Mularkey. From sharing the screen with Mike Myers in Austin Powers movies to appearing in various UK comedy shows, Neil has made a name for himself in the comedy world. But there's more to him than just laughs—Neil is also a highly sought-after training consultant for prestigious businesses like the BBC, The Body Shop, and Proctor and Gamble. Get ready to discover his unique blend of humor and expertise as we discuss his upcoming book, "In The Moment," which is set to be released next week.
60 years of music in Putney; Hackney Half; Speaker Coaching; Green surfing; The dog did it; Push the button; Media Alfresco; Don't worry be Happy; An interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Jessica Lee Morgan
Episode 17 of Pitch Masters features the incredible Neil Mullarkey, star of Austin Powers, author of Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills, and In The Moment, actor and improv comedy maestro. We talk about how to use improv in business, how to cast the perfect team for your pitch, debunking the myth of “Yes, and…”, mirror neurons and monkeys, and, of course, Swedish-made penis enlargers. I was lucky enough to be taught ‘business improv' by Neil a few years ago, and the lessons I learned from him have stuck with me forever. We met downstairs at the Comedy Store in London and spent an entire day telling stories and learning how the exact techniques used in improv comedy are directly applicable to business. In this episode, we drill down deep so you can learn them too. This is an episode that is packed with a thousand usable tips for when you're next pitching. You can find out more about Neil on his website neilmullarkey.com, and order his new book In The Moment over at Koganpage. If you enjoy the show, please leave a review and share it with someone else who might. Sign up for the mailing list for exclusive content at http://pitchguy.co.uk/ and follow me on social media for video clips of the episode. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannyfontaine/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pitchguy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pitchguy/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannyfontaine/
Jim Sweeney is a member of the world famous improvisational group the Comedy Store Players, with other members including Paul Merton, Josie Lawrence, Neil Mullarkey, Richard Vranch, Sandi Toksvig and Jeremy Hardy with many celebrity guests such as Eddie Izzard, Caroline Quentin, Phil Jupitus, Greg Proops and Mike Myers. He's been in Who's Line Is It Anyway?, Blackadder, One Foot In the Grave, Kiss Me Kate, and on radio was in Just a Minute, All the Young Dudes and the improvised comedy, The Masterson Inheritance. In 1985, Jim was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a progressive disease which disrupts the ability of parts of the nervous system to transmit signals. He now lives in a home with 24 hour care, which is where Mike spoke to him.Jim Sweeney is guest number 254 on My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Follow Jim Sweeney on Twitter: @ajimsweeney .Follow My Time Capsule on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this short, sharp festive Inbetweener episode, John and Simon offer their first tasty morsel from the ‘12 Days of Christmas', a reflection on some of the highlights from 2022, and something to savour in between Mince Pies, Sherry, and Karaoke with Uncle Kevin…. On this first day of Christmas, they explore: The wisdom of Neil Mullarkey and insights from the world of improv How ‘Yes, and' enables you to build on the unexpected and make the best of what is given Top tip for surviving the family Xmas using improv We hope you enjoy the show AND we hope you join us for another year of a not-so-serious business podcast. And as The Occupational Philosophers always say: stay curious, make stuff, play more, have fun, date life, and laugh uncontrollably at this year's Xmas cracker jokes….. FYI: The episodes are just that - smaller episodes 'in between' the longer format episodes designed to give a little kickstart to enable you to be the most curious, creative and imaginative cat you can be - and have some fun in the process. Say Hello www.occupationalphilosophers.com Their day jobs JOHN: https://www.bowlandconsulting.com/ SIMON: www.simonbanks.com.au SIMON SHOWREEL: https://youtu.be/YZQdJI6qGvg
Andy Lopata continues to explore why humour is important in business. This week his guests on The Connected Leadership Podcast are John Cremer from the USA, a specialist in improvisation and Neil Mullarkey who started the Comedy Store Players and like John teaches improv in workshops. Both John and Neil teach using humour in building relationships and getting on in business. Improv is steeped in tradition and it is a high risk occupation depending on some audience participation. The bottom line is creating structure from chaos by working together. 'Being able to work in a new way with something you may have worked with before is a challenge'. It requires collaboration and communication. In leaders it means accepting the need for vulnerability; to listen, accept and commit, making the other person look good. This then leads to negotiation, collaboration and co-creativity. Andy carries on with this theme in next week's podcast with Jeremy Nicholas and Tim Guard.
In Episode 16, The Occupational Philosophers chat with the very talented and very funny, Neil Mullarkey. Neil co-founded the world-famous improvisation group The Comedy Store Players in the UK with Mike Myers, later appearing with him in the fabulous Austin Powers movies. He has appeared on TV over many years, including Have I Got News For You, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Saturday Live and QI. He has also won awards for his alter ego - L. Vaughan Spencer, (L-Vo for short), A Life Coach, Self-Help Guru and Gangsta Motivator. Neil has become highly accomplished in the field of management training, running many workshops and hosting conferences for a wealth of private and public organisations where he uses the techniques of theatre improvisation to inspire business people to embrace their creativity and enhance their communication skills. In this episode, they explore: How Improv comedy can teach us how to work more effectively in teams and organisations Why listening is the critical skill we all need to master Why constraints and restrictions can liberate our creativity What leaders need to do to provide the extraordinary leadership required in today's VUCA world Who in your business needs to take responsibility for ensuring meetings have impact And what to do when faced with an electric drill and a wombat As always, there are some great thought experiments such as: What's in the box? Listeners Dilemmas Links https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilmullarkey Learn more about Neil: http://neilmullarkey.com/ http://www.improvyourbiz.com/ http://succeeedy.com/ https://neilmullarkey.com/sevensteps References http://www.provocativetherapy.com/ https://almosthappy.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carl_Rogers https://www.seenandheard.org/ https://gestaltcentre.org.uk/what-is-gestalt/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georg_Wilhelm_Friedrich_Hegel https://chimpmanagement.com/ https://hbr.org/2015/02/how-to-revive-a-tired-network https://www.leadershipcentre.org.uk/artofchangemaking/theory/complexity/ https://comedystoreplayers.com/
Are you a speaker who creates a customised presentation for every client or do you have a signature talk, a speech that you can recite from memory, that's perfected? There is no right or wrong answer. Here are my thoughts: If you've found this useful you might find this week's podcast interview Improv your Speaking Business with Neil Mullarkey, very helpful too - https://mfl.global/2021/10/19/neil-mullarkey/. Neil is a unique communication expert. With Mike Myers he co-founded the Comedy Store Players, and still performs every Sunday with them in London. Neil was in a couple of Austin Powers movies. Nowadays he travels the world teaching improv and more to leaders and groups, as well as presentation skills. His book, 'Seven Steps to Improve your People Skills' was published in 2017. And, yes, Mullarkey is his real name. Neil shares with us what improv is, how improv it can help us in life and business, why some people are scared of it and there's even some on air improv!
In this episode of #SpeakingBusinessPodcast, I talk to Neil Mullarkey. Neil is a unique communication expert. With Mike Myers he co-founded the Comedy Store Players, and still performs every Sunday with them in London. Neil was in a couple of Austin Powers movies. Nowadays he travels the world teaching improv and more to leaders and groups, as well as presentation skills. His book, 'Seven Steps to Improve your People Skills' was published in 2017. And, yes, Mullarkey is his real name. Links: More about Neil Mullarkey Comedy Store Players More about Maria Franzoni Ltd Connect with Maria on LinkedIn Connect with Maria on Facebook Listen here: Podfollow Libsyn Itunes Stitcher Spotify This podcast was created using Alitu. Powerfully simple recording and editing tools for podcasters. Record your show, edit it in minutes, and publish directly to your host. Find out more and join here.
Neil Mullarkey, co-founder of the Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers joins us on the workplace podcast joins us to discuss improv and his book “Seven steps to improve your people skills”. Neil has appeared on television shows Have I Got News For You, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Saturday Live and QI as well as the Austin Powers movies. Neil an executive coach and facilitator has been teaching improv and leadership for over 20 years,. Neil provides our listeners with the origins of improv, how it developed and it's application in the world of work. What is improv How improv enhances your presence We expose the myth that improv is winging it How improve improves communication Networking tips Improv allows is to be flexible and improve our interpersonal skills through seven steps Learn Look Listen Link Let Lighten Leave Neil has become synonymous with bringing the agility and innovation of improvisation to the boardrooms and sales teams of the world's biggest corporations; transforming businesses from the inside by encouraging communication, collaboration, engagement and creativity, and simplifying some of the most complex of problems into the most compelling of solutions. Be it designing bespoke workshops through to immersing himself in individual executive coaching on communication skills, Neil is now helping businesses across the globe communicate better, build high performing teams and deliver genuine, tangible results. For more information: https://neilmullarkey.com
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Neil Mullarkey is a unique communication expert. With Mike Myers, he co-founded the Comedy Store Players, and still performs every Sunday with them in London. Neil was in a couple of Austin Powers movies. Nowadays he travels the world teaching improv and more to leaders and groups, as well as presentation skills His book, ‘Seven Steps to Improve your People Skills' was published in 2017. And, yes, Mullarkey is his real name. Questions: • What is improv? • How can it help us in life and business? • Why are some people scared of the idea of improv? • What's your favorite part of teaching the applications of improv? https://speakersu.com/improv-your-speaking-business-125
In this week's episode, we're chatting with Neil Mullarkey. You may recognize him from his performances in Whose Line Is it Anyway, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, QI, and two Austin Powers movies. Yeah, you read that right! We're chatting about all things Improv and how you can level up your business and your relationships by using improv as a tool. Let's dive in! Show Notes: ✅ Learn more about Neil Mullarkey and his book, "Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills". https://neilmullarkey.com/sevensteps
Join Neil Mullarkey, an improvisation pioneer who started the Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers and Adam Kingl, author, global speaker and former theatre director as we joyously chat about how improvisation can help our leadership capabilities blossom. Improvisation is a technology with a set of processes, habits, behaviours, paradigms and ways of working that replicate working in any organisation. Oh, and Neil shares his beer mat mnemonic of L.A.G.E.R. Don't miss this episode.
Neil Mullarkey is one of the founding members of the Comedy Store Players, the world's longest running comedy group with the same members.Neil shares his journey into comedy as writing partner with Mike Myers (Austin Powers, Wayne's World), and early improv shows in Edinburgh Festival together. From which Neil is now recognised as one of the world's leading experts in improv comedy - performing twice a week at the Comedy Store, London.Neil shares some of the secrets of improv, and we explore why audiences laugh. We take a look back on Whose Line is it Anyway, and discuss its long lasting relevance. And we also contrast Neil's expertise in comedy with my own personal introduction into the world of improv - which makes for a fun listen.It is a generous and playful episode full of joy, that is guaranteed to lift your spirits!More info on the Comedy Store Players here - www.comedystoreplayers.com And you can find Neil at www.neilmullarkey.comIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate, review and subscribe. You can get in touch and follow us below, Instagram - instagram.com/makers_of_the_universe/ Twitter - twitter.com/paul_davies Email - makersoftheuniverse@outlook.com
Neil shares his insights from years of comedy and draws parallels between the board room and the boards of the improv stage.ABOUT THE EPISODEHumour encourages humanity. In this week's episode Neil Mullarkey, Founder of The Comedy Store Players improv group, joins Paul Boross for a chat about when laughter is appropriate as a leader. Neil draws on years of improv experience to talk about how the best creative teams use humour to feel more human. “If a team is laughing together, they're going to be more creative, they're going to be more resilient.”Whether in comedy or business, when creative teams feel comfortable and safe to take the stage, try new material, and possibly fail, the results can be brilliant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Footlights to The Comedy Store Players to the Corporate world, Neil has used his Improv skills in a variety of ways in his career. But how does he use those skills to maintain good mental health?
Neil Mullarkey is a founding member of the famous Comedy Store Players.He’s also a renowned speaker on leadership and student of Frank Farrelly, creator of Provocative Therapy, which challenges negative behaviours.In the mid-1980s, Neil teamed up with Mike Myers to form 'Mullarkey & Myers'.Tweet us @SnipperNixonInstagram @SnipperNixonMore about Neil Mullarkey here > @NeilMullarkeyFollow our host > @DrKaplan_UKsnippernixon.com© Snipper Nixon 2020 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mark Taylor is Managing Director and a Founder Member of Shipley UK. Having studied Electronic Engineering with Medical Electronics, Mark embarked on a generalist journey spanning 15 years in medical equipment manufacturing, aerospace and defence. He held roles in production engineering, design engineering, engineering consultancy and business winning. Mark pursued his practical enthusiasm for lifelong learning at Nottingham Trent University where he was Course Leader for an Executive MBA Course and subsequently as Head of Training for Linklaters, an international Law Firm.During his 19 years with Shipley, Mark has been lucky to work with inspiring clients for whom he has designed multinational business winning curriculum’s and delivered over 500 workshops. Always, Mark’s aim is to enthuse specialists from all disciplines to become involved in business winning and to help them develop the skills to do so.Mark is from Bermondsey and now lives in Worcester with his super wife, sceptical children and a supercilious cat.The books I mentioned: Getting Things Done. David Allen. Piatkus. 2001Liberation Management. Tom Peters. Pan Books. 1992Tom Peters is here and still talking about how kindness is more important than shareholder value : https://tompeters.com/Body and Soul. Anita Roddick. Ebury Press. 1991To Sell is Human. Daniel Pink, Canon Gate . 2014 Reflective PracticeThe Reflective Practitioner: How Professionals Think in Action. Donald A. Schön (Arena) 1991 The poem on Kindnesshttps://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/19/magazine/poem-small-kindnesses.html Steve Jobs Stanford Speechhttps://youtu.be/UF8uR6Z6KLc Didn’t mention but inspiring:Peter Drucker. The Essential Drucker. Butterworth Heinemann. 2007 Didn’t mention but injects some humour into management thinking:Don’t be Needy be Succeedy. The A to Zee of Motivitality. L. Vaughan Spencer (aka : Neil Mullarkey of the Comedy Store. London). Profile Books. 2008
Neil Mullarkey is an award winning British comedian. He's also an author and entrepreneur. In this exclusive interview Neil talks about how he got into comedy, how he met Mike Myers and co-founded the Comedy Store Plays, about performing in lockdown and the lessons improvisation offers to the world of business. Links mentioned in the interview: Business https://neilmullarkey.com/ https://www.succeedy.com/ Social https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilmullarkey/ https://twitter.com/NeilMullarkey Comedy Store Players https://comedystoreplayers.com/ https://www.thecomedystorelive.co.uk/ Books "Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills" https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07QMZH1DR/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 "Don't Be Needy, Be Succeedy" https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0051YNTK8/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 YouTube Clips Doctor Wicked (Myers & Mullarkey): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ik7N3ggEq5g Austin Powers International Man of Mystery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAp5CxLGFxo Goldmember: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRFbliFwpRA
From co-founding the world famous improvisation group The Comedy Store Players with Mike Myers, through to appearing on the likes of Have I Got News For You, Whose Line Is It Anyway, Austin Powers movies, Saturday Live and QI, Neil Mullarkey has worked with some of the most talented names in comedy, film and television.With a string of prestigious clients including Barclays Capital, Google, Deloitte, GlaxoSmithKline, Microsoft, Vodafone, the NHS, Saatchi & Saatchi and WPP, and regular appearances across the national broadsheets writing articles and reviews, Neil has become synonymous with bringing the agility and innovation of improvisation to the boardrooms and sales teams of the world's biggest corporations; transforming businesses from the inside by encouraging communication, collaboration, engagement and creativity, and simplifying some of the most complex of problems into the most compelling of solutions.Buy tickets now for the latest Comedy Store Players online here.... https://www.thecomedystorelive.co.uk/shows/the-comedy-store-players-2020-07-08Neil discusses how improvisation can help drive productivity
No live events for a long time; The British Broadcasting Corporation teachers; Michael O'Leary; Get to the point early; The eyes have it; Facebook live dos and don'ts; An interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Mick Terry
Due to restrictions in being able to record new episodes of the podcast a compilation of previous silences is being broadcast every other week.This week features all of the silences from episodes 1-10 featuring Sam Conniff, Charlotte Sills, Fred Deakin, Rosie & Faris Yakob, Rob Poynton, Michelle Morgan, Simon Cavicchia, Elizabeth Pick, Neil Mullarkey and Lucy Bellwood.You can watch a video of this silence, featuring photos of each guest, on Youtube via: https://youtu.be/0Op5lhgNykASupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/stevexoh)
In Episode 6, Season 1, Whit chats with Neil Mullarkey of the Comedy Store Players in London. Neil shares the story of starting what has become the longest running comedy show with the same cast along with Mike Myers and others. Since 1985, their team has performed with a remarkably consistent team of six improvisers at the same location with pretty much the same lineup of short-form games. In addition, Neil and Whit discuss corporate training and using improv to improve interpersonal communication, and the importance of listening and affiliative humor. You can learn about all that Neil does at www.neilmullarkey.com, and find him on FaceBook and Twitter. To learn more about his book, Seven Steps to Improving Your People Skills, click here. Lastly, if you are reading this right after the episode drops and can get to London, look for the Comedy Store’s annual show at the Globe Theatre.
I was grateful and inspired to spend 40 minutes with Neil Mullarkey during this podcast. I have watched Neil in action in the past, however back then 5-6 years ago, I was not myself 'awake' to the importance of our deepest, innate humanity. Neil uses his expertise in Improv to help organisations step back into their innate creative and innovative selves, whilst having some fun along the way. We discussed a range of topics including vulnerability, leadership, listening, body language, presence, thinking, learning and so much more. Neil can be contacted via the following means: Website - https://www.improvyourbiz.com/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/NeilMullarkey LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilmullarkey/ Seven Steps Book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Seven-Steps-Improve-People-Skills/dp/0993501125/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1569759968&refinements=p_27%3ANeil+Mullarkey&s=books&sr=1-2 Bio: International keynote speaker, coach and author. Creativity, Collaboration, Communication. Please find my Interpersonal Catalyst brochure here in case I can support you at all -> https://my.visme.co/projects/rxyz4jpo-garry-turner-interpersonal-catalyst --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/valuevulnerability/message
A few of the stand-out moments from the last few Extraordinary Business Book Club episodes - this week we're asking.... why? Why write a book, when it's so damn hard? Here's why. Mark Burns on the stones in the reader's shoe Bec Evans on treating your book as a prototype Fiona Murden on keeping it real in a self-development book David Grayson on building a collaborative vision for a book Whitney Vosburgh on the big picture and remote collaboration Della Hudson on writing as a thinking tool Neil Mullarkey on using the principles of improv to get started.
'Improv is always, "Let's just start something now. We don't know where it's going to go, but we'll start now. Whatever tools, whatever cast we have." That's what writing should be as well.' Neil Mullarkey, founder of the Comedy Store Players and long-time sketch buddy of Mike Myers, is on a mission to bring the joy, playfulness and co-creativity of improv into organisations around the world. We talk about his astonishing career, the power of improv in a VUCA world, and how the principles that allow improv performers to create something from nothing apply to facing down the blank page. Quite simply, this is top-quality listening.
This episode's guest is Neil Mullarkey. Neil is an actor, writer and comedian and a founding member of the legendary improvisation troupe, the Comedy Store Players. He's appeared on numerous TV shows such as Whose line is it anyway?, Have I Got News for You and QI and films such as Austin Powers, Leon the Pig Farmer and Spice World. He is a much sought after speaker and trainer of improvisation techniques and recently released his new book "7 steps to improve your people skills." Recorded in Regent's Park, London. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/stevexoh)
This week Maria’s guest on the show is Neil Mullarkey. Neil studied economics, social and political science at Cambridge University, where he was also president of the famous dramatic club, The Footlights. In 1985, he co-founded the London Comedy Store Players with Canadian-American comedian Mike Myers. Neil's credits include "Whose Line Is It Anyway", "I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue", "Have I Got News for You", "QI", and two Austin Powers movies. Since 1999 he has been bringing theatre skills, in particular, improvisation, into the world of business. His work has taken him to 24 countries. Neil is currently a visiting lecturer at Cass Business School, City University. Neil's book, "Seven Steps to Improve Your People Skills," was published in October 2017. Recorded on: 15th March 2018 Show Notes: In this week’s show, Neil Mullarkey tells us why after studying economics he went into comedy where he met Mike Myres who introduced him to improvisation. Neil talks about the lessons that a business can take from the world of improv. Significant quotes: “Improv says we are all different, and that is creative. That diversity is powerful, not destructive.” Links: More about Neil Mullarkey More about Maria Franzoni Ltd Connect with Maria on Linkedin Connect with Maria on FaceBook Next Week: Join us next week when Maria’s guest will be comedy writer of the BAFTA Award-winning Car Share and innovation expert, Tim Reid
This week Maria’s guest on the show is Caspar Berry. After studying Economics at Cambridge, Caspar decided to put what he had learnt there into practice in a rather unique way. He moved to Las Vegas and became a professional poker player. He played poker for much of the next three years before finding himself as the poker adviser on the James Bond movie Casino Royale. Recorded on: 1st March 2018 Show Notes: In this week’s show, Caspar talks about some of the lessons that you can apply from poker to business. How embracing uncertainty can help decision making. He tells us about working with Ant and Dec, getting Robert Webb and David Mitchell together and breaking the rules with Daniel Craig in Casino Royale. And much much more … Significant quotes: “The essence of poker is the essence of decision-making theory, investment theory and risk-reward analysis.” Links: More about Caspar Berry More about Maria Franzoni Ltd Connect with Maria on Linkedin Connect with Maria on FaceBook Next Week: Join us next week when Maria’s guest will be Comedian, Improviser, Creativity & Communication Coach and Founder of Comedy Store Players, Neil Mullarkey.
At always possible, we help people make brilliant decisions - in business, culture, community and education. These podcasts let you eavesdrop in on informal conversations taking place on the phone or in the coffeeshop, In every chat, we are exploring the motivations and behaviours behind key decisions - with curious people who have trusted their instinct to make change in the world. In this podcast Richard Freeman has a conversation with Neil Mullarkey about improvisation, what stand-up comedy can teach us about human interaction and the performative elements of effective leadership. Richard asks Neil about his career as both a comedian and a business coach and trainer, and what qualities underpin the skills of being persuasive, in-tune with an audience and charismatic. What are the rules of improvisation - and how can using our imagination to create stories on the spot actually make us better listeners? Richard Freeman is Chief Executive of always possible. Neil Mullarkey has been a leading name in British comedy since his days as President of the Cambridge University Footlights and his double-act shows with Nick Hancock, Mike Myers and Tony Hawks. Neil's writing and acting credits include children's TV show The Wide-Awake Club and the Austin Powers films as well as appearances on many popular panel shows such as Whose Line Is It Anyway, QI and Have I Got News For You. In 1985, Neil co-founded The Comedy Store Players, now one of the world's longest running and most successful improvised comedy troupes. His fellow players for over 30 years include Paul Merton and Josie Lawrence, with the likes of Eddie Izzard, Jeremy Hardy and Sandi Toksvig having been past members or guest performers. To many, Neil is also known as a successful business coach and keynote speaker, working with organisations all over the world on communication and leadership behaviours. Neil's most recent book, published in September 2017, is called ‘Seven Steps To Improve Your People Skills'. Useful links: www.neilmullarkey.com www.allthatmullarkey.com www.amazon.co.uk/Seven-Steps-Improve-People-Skills/dp/0993501125 www.emmanuelgobillot.com/ https://herminiaibarra.com/ --- If you enjoyed the conversation, please like, subscribe and review - and share with colleagues. always possible supports business, community, cultural and education leaders to make better decisions, test ideas, improve strategy and engage with customers on a new level. To join in, visit alwayspossible.co.uk
Bring a Brick – Bring a Brick Podcast – Improv at work and play
Neil Mullarkey is one of the founding members of the Comedy Store players and probably one of the most recognisable faces in the world of improv. He has a string of well known movie and television credits appearing with other improv alumini. Just as impressive is the list of companies he’s worked with, where he has brought improv theatre techniques into businesses like Barclays and Google. In this interview we talk about Second City and the early days of the comedy store players. We also dig into Neil’s work applying improvisation and performance in his workshops. How he encourages people to enjoy uncertainty and identify offers, and re-frame a ‘yes but’ into a ‘yes and’.… Continue Reading The post Neil Mullarkey | The Business of Improvisation appeared first on Rocket Steps. The art of communication..
Bring a Brick – Bring a Brick Podcast – Improv at work and play
In Series two of the Bring a Brick Podcast I interview another eight people who use improvisation in their work. Guests include Paul Z Jackson from the AIN, Behavioral health expert Mary T. Curtis, comedy store players founding member Neil Mullarkey and customer experience consultant Adam Lawrence. Series two is available in February. What is the Bring a Brick Podcast? In this podcast I chat to guests from as broad a range of professions as I can find to make new connections. As a curious student, discovering how people teach and benefit from the values of applying improv in different fields.… Continue Reading The post More Yes. More and. Series 2 available soon. appeared first on Rocket Steps. The art of communication..
In Episode 27 of The Cinescope Podcast, Chad talks with the hosts of the Two Middle-Aged Dudes and a Microphone Podcast, Aaron and Craig, about one of their favorite movies, So I Married an Axe Murderer! The Cinescope Podcast on iTunes Show Notes So I Married an Axe Murderer on iTunes So I Married an Axe Murderer soundtrack (not score) on iTunes Stats Released July 30, 1993 Dir. Thomas Schlamme (Miss Firecracker; TV - Pilot episode of Spin City, Pilot episode of Parenthood, 5 episodes of Manhattan, worked with Aaron Sorkin on The West Wing and Sports Night as well as short-lived Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip) Written by Robbie Fox (uncredited - Mike Myers, Neil Mullarkey) Music by Bruce Broughton (TV - Quincy, M. E., Dallas; Film - The Boy Who Could Fly, Harry and the Hendersons, The Rescuers Down Under, Honey, I Blew Up the Kid, Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey and its sequel Lost in San Francisco, Tombstone, Miracle on 34th Street) Starring Mike Myers, Nancy Travis, Anthony LaPaglia, Amanda Plummer, Michael Richards, Brenda Fricker, Matt Doherty, Charles Grodin, Phil Hartman, Debi Mazar, Steven Wright, Alan Arkin Contact 2 Middle-Aged Dudes and a Microphone Podcast Website Facebook Twitter Chad Twitter Facebook Cinescope Facebook Twitter Website Email thecinescopepodcast@gmail.com Note: The iTunes links provided are affiliate links, meaning that when you click on them you help to support The Cinescope Podcast by earning it a bit of money. Thank you for your support! Special Guests: Aaron Lindsey and Craig Underhill.
Neil Mullarkey is known as one of the Comedy Store Players – the famous long-running improv troupe with their own theatre in central London. He also works with brands and businesses, helping the corporate environment to benefit from the agility of improvisational thought. In this fun chat we discuss (among other things) Neil's creative background, a comedy career that started as President of the Cambridge Footlights, his old double act with Mike Myers, the benefits of improv, and the careful systems put in place to make improv work in a theatre – and on TV. http://neilmullarkey.com/ http://twitter.com/neilmullarkey
A historic European vote; Exceptional Speaker Masterclass; Sadiq Khan; The French Government; Do you know what you are saying?: The Doorstep Ambush; Unexpected objective in the tagging area; An interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Augustana
Guy Parker, Chief Executive at the Advertising Standards Authority, and writer Neil Mullarkey, founding member of the Comedy Store Players, join Paul Blanchard to discuss the latest media headlines. This edition: will the BBC push local papers out of business as it expands regional coverage? Do advertising laws need to be updated for the digital age? And how much should news organisations show of graphic terrorism videos?
Techno-speaking; Misleading advice online; Neil Mullarkey; 100 years of film; A car vanishes; It's really a conversation; Spoon collector monthly; Keeping it current; An interview with Ross Shafer; Music from Nugent & Belle
Halloween!; The mighty Jack Bruce; Jollofgate and Jamie Oliver; Poltergeist - the speaker; Double, double, toil and trouble; Trick or Tweet; An interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Dawn Langstroth
Hints and tips for media appearances, speaking and social media. This week: Rita Rudner; Tell us your view; Two places left; Grunts and squeals; Instructions for a new daughter in law; What a laugh; Doorstepped; Keeping people happy; An interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Mick Wilson.
The master of improv theatre, co-founder of comedy store players with an amazing grasp of British comedy and insights into the business world, ladies and gentlemen, It's Neil Mullarkey
Hints and tips for media appearances, speaking and social media. This week; The Comedy Store; Stand-up Comedians; Ping your Business; ZZ Top; Rio Ferdinand; Being Strong; Going Verbal; Twitter Lists; An Interview with Neil Mullarkey; Music from Bill Leverty
Hints and tips for media appearances and public speaking. This week; Improvisation; David Cameron: Vince Cable; Silence in Court; Interruptions; No Comment, No Hope; I Think I'm Going Back; and an interview with Comedy Store Founder, Neil Mullarkey
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