Presentation Skills
Stop Practicing for the Mirror – It’s Just a 1-Person Show!
Do you practice your speeches in front of a mirror? Stop. Right now. This is one of those tips that’s lasted through…
How to Give Your Presentations an Upgrade
It’s likely that any training you’ve had on how to give a great presentation is now outdated, and, to be honest,…
The Best Way to Knock the Socks off Your Audience
It’s the information age. People are clamoring for data and facts. But that’s not what your presentation should be…
1 Presentation Mistake That Will Cost You [VIDEO]
The age-old advice about giving presentations is costing you at work and in your career. Are you unsure of whether your…
Is Your Presentation As Good as You Think It Is?
Remember the rules your parents used to beg you to follow, and hoped that you would, so you’d grow up to be a decent…
Be a “Bad” Presenter and Break This Rule
Polished. Rehearsed. Educational. These are just a few of the words people usually associate with a good presentation.…
Team Transformation
Bias in the Algorithm: Thoughts for Leaders on Their Use of AI
Artificial intelligence feels revolutionary as an efficient, intelligent assistant that can help leaders analyze data,…
Leadership Development Is Human–And AI Can Help Reinforce It
In the rush to adopt artificial intelligence, it’s tempting to believe that technology will solve every leadership…
Why Peer Mentoring Is Crucial to Leadership Development Programs
Leadership development blossoms when learning is shared and practiced in community. That is the promise of peer…
Managing Tough Conversations
Negotiate Like an Improviser and Get What You Really Want
It’s what negotiation is all about. Coming to an agreement that’s acceptable to both parties is the goal, though one…
Improvisation
Why Improv Now: Navigating the Hybrid Workplace
Humans avoid discomfort. We want to work, live and play in areas where we can show our expertise and feel safe. Yet, in…
Lead Like an Improviser: Flexibility, Influence and Change
Women Tech 2023 Global Conference Let’s talk Improvisation – I’m passionate about what improv brings to the business…
3 High Impact Skills for Facilitating Virtual Team Meetings
Facilitation isn't just for trainers anymore. We all need to think of ourselves as facilitators. As we move through a…
Humanity
This article was originally published in early 2022, and we still believe it’s still a timely and relevant discussion.…
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,…
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…
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…
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 ……
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.…
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ImprovEdge Blog
Think and Act Like the Leader You’re Becoming: Improv for High-Potential Leaders
High-potential leaders often find themselves in a professional in-between space. They’re seen as…
How Improvisation Shifts Leadership Behavior – 5 Transformational Moves to Manage Change
In a business landscape marked by constant change, leaders are no longer rewarded for simply being…
Vocal Fry, Professional Presence, and Better Vocal Choices
Have you ever noticed a creaky, low-pitched vibration at the end of someone’s sentence—almost like…
The Missing Piece in New Manager Training: Why Improv Accelerates the Shift to People Leadership
Becoming a manager for the first time is one of the most pivotal—and challenging—career…
Improv Builds Professional Presence and Relationships in Early Career Talent
Onboarding and upskilling early career talent isn’t just about teaching systems, protocols, or even…
Choosing an Executive Coach: 5 Questions to Ask and What to Expect
Executive coaching is a strategic investment in leadership effectiveness. Whether you're a senior…
Why Improvisation Belongs in Early Career Talent Development
For early career professionals, the transition from school to the corporate environment can feel…
How Savvy Executives Leverage a Coach
The best executives know that development doesn’t stop at the C-suite. They understand that leading…
5 Must-Have Leadership Strategies for Navigating Uncertain Times
In an era of volatility and disruption, effective leadership requires more than tradition and…




















