Monthly Archives: January 2012
Can Improv Comedy Save a Marriage? Yes, And…
If I were to say to you, “the idea from improv comedy can save a marriage,” you would probably tell me I was nuts and that improv isn’t all that powerful. Well, it turns out that it hust might be… … Continue reading
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Saying “Yes, And!” Within Five Seconds
Have you ever had an idea to do something, to take some action, to jump on an opportunity, only to find yourself hesitating, not stepping up, and watching the opportunity pass you by? We all do it, and it’s one … Continue reading
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Audio: Improv Comedy For Sales – “Say Yes And!”
Here’s an MP3 of a short audio program I did a little while ago for Comcast Spotlight. In the audio, I talk about how to use the improv comedy principle of saying, “Yes, And” instead of “Yes, But” to improve … Continue reading
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The Power of “Yes”
Are you a “yes” person, or a “no” person? Or, in improv parlance, are you a “yes, and” person or a “yes, but” person? That little switch from “no” to “yes” can make a huge difference. I was reminded of … Continue reading
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The Fine Art of “Grodining”
(Note: this post first appeared on Avish’s humorous personal development blog) Grodining Definition: To flat out deny someone by saying “no,” offering little or no explanation or alternative Etymology: I don’t know what etymology exactly means, only that it has … Continue reading
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