Four New Rules of Presence in Hybrid Workplaces
What does a side glance mean? When you’re sitting around a conference room, a side glance can convey “Do I have this…
2022: Humanity
Our greatest opportunity for a positive future will not come from technology, science or politics.
Look for the Silver Lining
Back in 2020, as we made the shift from in-person to virtual interactions, we were all familiar with phrases like,…
Inclusion in the Workplace: Unraveling Racism Through Organizational Transformation
Since last spring and the horrific murder of George Floyd, everyone from corporations to my Aunt Cheryl has decided…
The Future of Work: Act Like an Improviser
This isn’t going away. “Back to the office” will not be what we remembered. The future of work will now forever have…
2020 Reflection: A Study in Extremes
The message of improvisation – arriving onstage (or at work) with no script, few resources and having to figure out a…
Three Tools for a Persuasive Pitch
It’s been an exciting week at ImprovEdge – We were selected as a Grand Prize Winner in the Virtual WBENCPitch Pivot…
Three Tips for a Stellar Virtual Interview
Now, more than ever, it’s critical to give a great impression at your next job interview or when you ask for a raise or…
The Show Must Go On!
ImprovEdge has always been a virtual company – WFH since 1998. In those years, we’ve learned a lot about productivity…
2020 is the Year of Equity
Equity is a process, rather than an outcome. It’s a way of behaving and working that consistently moves a company or…
How to Use Improvisation to Address Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
Since childhood, we train our brains to categorize EVERYTHING: shapes, sizes, colors… because the recognition of…
8 Tips for Moderating a Stellar Panel Discussion
Panel discussions are a common tool for sharing multiple perspectives on the same topic. Often the highlight on…
Being “In-the-Moment” – Personally and Professionally
Recently, I had the privilege to talk with Dr. Ely Weinschneider, Psy.D., Psychologist and Relationship Expert at…
Hands Off The Mute Button During Conference Calls
Let’s set the scene. You are on a conference call, everyone says a quick hello, the person in charge begins, and…
2019 is the Year of Disruption
I contend, disruption is not a bad word. And, the answer to disruption is improvisation. What if we stopped fearing…
Creative Constraint: Why Tighter Boundaries Propel Greater Results
Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 12/7/16 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.…
Managing Tough Conversations: Here’s How to Have “That Talk” You Don’t Want to Have
Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 10/17/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.
5 Tactics to Get a Win at the Negotiating Table
It may be easier to pinpoint in your work life: prioritizing projects, haggling over salary or nailing down the…
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Here’s How You Can Influence Change
It’s a necessary ability to have in the workplace. The ability to differentiate. You’re constantly making decisions in…
Does Your Presentation Formula Need to be Revamped?
Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 8/29/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.
Can Improv Make Women Better Negotiators?
Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 2/6/17 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehension.…
5 Ways to Get Stuff Done on a Multigenerational Team
Traditionalists. Baby Boomers. Generation-Xers. Millennials.
The Wrong Way to Do Change Management
Here are the most common mistakes that organizations make when they’re attempting to implement change and how you can…
Women and Executive Presence: 7 Strategies for Success
Are you a woman in leadership? Your desire is probably to keep right on truckin’ up that career ladder to bigger and…
Learn to Manage Change with the Right Attitude [Book Review]
Even good changes bring a certain amount of apprehension and stress. When it comes to change management, one of the…