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Why improvisation training for business?
Imagine it. Your entire team is on their feet. They’re actively engaged. They’re smiling and laughing together. They are not performing the show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” - although many feared they would. Instead they are directly experiencing how fundamental improv principles apply directly to the work place. They are developing skills in communication, collaboration, public speaking, and more - and they’re having fun at the same time.
What outcomes can my team expect?
Increased feelings of camaraderie, connection and trust among teammates
Greater ability to take risks
More confidence speaking up in meetings
Improved teamwork across departments
Better body language awareness
Practical tools to use in the workplace
Plenty of laughter and fond new memories!
Who are Improv Applied’s clients?
Is improvisation training catching on?
Yes, and…
Harvard Business Review “Using Improv to Unite Your Team” and “3 Improv Exercises That Can Change the Way Your Team Works”
Forbes' "Why Improv Training is Great Business Training" and “Add A Little Laughter In The Workplace To See Big Results”
Inc. Magazine's “Companies use improv exercises to boost collaboration and creativity” and “8 Ways Improvisation Can Make You Into a Better Leader”
Entrepreneur’s “How Improv Comedy Can Seriously Grow Your Business”
Fast Company’s “Yes, And… Improv Techniques To Make You A Better Boss”
NPR’s “When the Art of the Deal Includes Improv Training”
Who facilitates the training?
Lead facilitators, Jon Ulrich and Delmar Davis, bring years of training and improv expertise to the table.
Jon is a veteran improviser and teacher who has performed improv for hundreds of paying audiences. He has extensive corporate training experience, and worked more than seven years for a Fortune 100 company. Jon has personally experienced the challenges faced by organizations large and small, and is the perfect guide to help ease your team into the world of improvisation.
Delmar is a former HR Executive with 27+ years under his belt working for Fortune 500 companies in positions like Regional Director, Territory Manager, and District Manager.
Jon Ulrich
Delmar Davis
What training topics are offered?
Yes, And - Boost your team communication, connection and collaboration through the fundamental rule of improv comedy. The perfect team building experience.
Engage! - Practice speaking with passion and confidence, and receive constructive feedback from fellow participants. Great for cultivating public speaking skills.
Think Fast - Challenging and fun improv exercises to make participants quickly think on their feet. Perfect for expanding comfort zones.
What’s Your Status? - Understand and leverage status behaviors to work for you, not against you. Aligns with the work of Amy Cuddy’s work on Power Posing.
Whose Workshop Is It Anyway? - The versatility of improv allows us to design custom workshops on nearly any business-related soft skill. Have an idea? Contact us and let’s create something amazing together.
What will the experience be like?
We offer everything from small group team building sessions to keynote presentations for hundreds of participants. Whatever you choose, know that the experience will be engaging, interactive, and fun. Comfort zones will be stretched in a safe, supported way, and no one is singled out or asked to be funny. Depending on the service level, sessions will include a large group debrief session, takeaway sheets and personal commitments, PowerPoint Karaoke, free show tickets or class prizes, a private comedy show featuring your leaders, and more!
When are these workshops used?
The scenarios we see most often:
Company-wide events
Team buildings
Kicking off a multi-day training
Leadership team trainings
Rotational program trainings
Award banquets
Team retreat or “get-out-of-the-office” days
“Ample evidence points to the enormous health and professional benefits of laughter, lightheartedness, games, and humor...too much sobriety can be bad for your career and worse for your general well-being. In the Conceptual Age, in work and in life, we all need to play.”
Can we watch a live comedy show too?
Absolutely. For an extra boost, consider combining your workshop with a private improv show. It's a fun and laughter-filled way to cap off the learning experience and allows participants to observe veteran improvisers demonstrating workshop skills. Plus, we can include members of your team (like your leaders!) in the show.
Show your manager how attending an improv-based training can benefit your team and your company.
Next Steps
If your team is ready to learn, grow and laugh in a fun, exciting and low-pressure way - or if you just want to learn more - take the next step and complete the below questionnaire. We'll be in touch shortly!