Episode 15 - How Can Improv support Leader Character Development?

Summary: In this episode Mary and I welcome Kate Ashby, one of Canada’s best known and respected teachers of Improv. Kate has taught alongside Mary many times using Improv to develop Leader Character to graduate business students and executives alike. In our conversation we talk about using Improv to develop confidence, establish trust, practice taking risks, and learning to live with vulnerability. We discuss how, if we can improvise well, we need not fear any situation or unknown. We discuss making bravery contagious, the importance of movement, why making mistakes is good, and learning to “let go”. We discuss the power of play and fun, a safe way to get your body used to physiological stress, and how to think less about yourself and more about others. A delightful conversation that we hope you enjoy as much as we did. If you are interested in contacting Kate about improv, you can reach her at k8@kateashbyacademy.com.

SOURCES / CITATIONS:

Vera, D. V.; Crossan, M. M., 2023, "Character-enabled improvisation and the new normal: A paradox perspective", Management Learning, February 54(1): 77 - 98. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/13505076221118840