Communications and Public Speaking CoP: Communication And Public Speaking: Why Leaders Need to Learn Improv Comedy

Speech Title:

Why Leaders Need to Learn Improv Comedy 

I started focusing on improv comedy because I realized how accessible it really is. We don't need special equipment, just great communication skills. You don't need to be hilarious, just open minded. Improv is the great equalizer because when you learn how to improvise, you can bring charisma and in-the-moment communication into any social situation. On top of all that, it's funny! When leaders learn improv, they add a necessary skill to their toolbelt. 

Learning Objectives:

• Confidence and self-acceptance.
• Ability to focus and concentrate.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing circumstances.
• Ability to be courageous and vulnerable.
• Awareness of how one thinks.
• Awareness of the quality of one's inner voice.
• Awareness of one's emotions.

Speaker:  Chris Trew

Bio:

Chris Trew is one of the most prolific comedies show producers in the world. He’s been featured at over 90 comedy, music, and film festivals across North America since 2006. He’s written 3 books, created over 50 original comedy show formats, and produced over 10,000 comedy shows. Thousands of people all over the world have taken his improv classes. He lives in New Orleans where he books Comedy House (the only full-time comedy club in the region).