290 Reduce Stress, Solve Problems, And Have More Influence With The Power of Improv

What if the secret to reducing stress at work wasn’t in planning more but in responding better?

Unexpected changes and challenges are inevitable in leadership. How you respond to them can either add to your stress or unlock new levels of creativity, influence, and problem-solving. This episode reveals how the principles of improv can help you embrace uncertainty and lead with confidence.

• Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of "Yes, and."
• Discover practical techniques to build better workplace relationships and increase your influence.
• Gain strategies to make faster, more effective decisions—without feeling out of control.

Listen now to discover how a simple mindset shift can help you reduce stress, make better decisions, and lead with confidence!

Check out:

[05:38] - Identifying Resistance and Overcoming "Yes, But" Thinking

Learn why resistance—both from your team and within yourself—creates stress and how shifting to a "Yes and" mindset can unlock creativity and better solutions.

[14:37] - How to Use "Yes, And" to Encourage Innovation Without Losing Control

Discover a simple leadership technique to explore new ideas, foster collaboration, and drive better decision-making without getting overwhelmed.

[32:14] - The Power of Saying "Yes, And" to Yourself

Uncover how your inner dialogue shapes your success and how to reframe self-doubt into action that moves you forward.

Connect with Avish:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/avishparashar/

Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.

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