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Improvising Small Steps

I notice that more than a thousand of us have signed up to be part of the Applied Improvisation Network – http://appliedimprov.ning.com – of which I’m currently president. I’m guessing that means we all have an interest in developing the field of applied improvisation – perhaps to generate more work for ourselves, or to learn more about how improvisation can impact the world of organisations and communities.

 

The most immediate way we can do this is by strengthening our network: asking and answering questions, sharing our tips and experiences, connecting to find out more about what everyone is doing out there...

 

So, what’s the smallest step you’d like to take to contribute to this development: is it setting up or attending a local chapter, registering for the Portland conference, greeting someone on the site who sounds interesting to connect with, adding a line to a Forum discussion, putting yourself on the member map? Or something spontaneously else?

 

A thousand small steps will produce difference, novelty and progress. Improvisation consists of taking turns step by step, giving each other constructive responses. Now it’s your move…

 

 

Our Executive Leadership Program was a tremendous success. We got an overall evaluation of 4.9 on a 5.0 scale (almost unheard-of here for a first time 'pilot'). Your training was instrumental in getting us grounded and off to a good start in terms of design. Thanks so much again!Procter & Gamble

I liked the chance to have a go at lots of different things in a stretching but risk-free environment - good fun!!Tesco

The training was action-oriented and very much geared to participation….gives both the tools and the confidence to work effectively.” Oxfam

Enjoyable and informative: this is the way forward.” Brook Street

The session definitely exceeded our expectations and gave us a whole new perspective to think about structured learning experiences within P&G.  Well worth the time spent. Appreciate all your hard work.” Procter & Gamble

Ideas, inspiration, processes for getting more creative ideas out of people. Loved it.” Greenpeace UK

“…they are now working and thinking much more as a unit, and it is encouraging to see the investment in the course reap such rewards.” Audit Commission

Tour-de-force” Partner, Grant Thornton

Very good investment of time… really does make a difference.” Senior consultant, Fujitsu

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