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The Curious Advantage Podcast

S6 Ep2: #65 Improvisation, Storytelling & Surprise with Lisa Rowland & Dan Milton-Klein (Professors, Stanford University)

Jul 3, 2024
Join improv experts Lisa Rowland and Dan Milton-Klein as they discuss the power of improvisation in enhancing communication skills and fostering confidence. They explore the origins of improv, the impact of curiosity on personal growth, and the practical applications of improv in business and organizations. Discover how embracing failure, saying yes, and fostering a curiosity mindset can lead to success in various contexts.
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Quick takeaways

  • Improv history spans various forms and promotes listening skills.
  • Embracing failure in improv cultivates risk-taking and psychological safety within teams.

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Explore Improv Background

Improv as a centuries-old art form with roots in Viola Spolin's use of play to connect people, Keith Johnstone's focus on freeing actors from fear, and the Committee in Chicago's influential work, demonstrating a rich history spanning various theatrical forms and innovations.

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