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EP 404 – Improv for Business isn’t just about comedy—it’s a proven way to strengthen leadership, spark creativity, and improve communication. We’re joined by improv legend Neil Mullarkey to explore how improvisation can transform the workplace.

We unpack practical tools Neil teaches at London Business School and in boardrooms across 25+ countries: running better meetings and Zooms, building psychological safety, using Pixar-style “plussing,” navigating change, and why funny people make better leaders.

Have you ever wondered how can improv for business help leaders become better communicators? Or why improv is such a powerful tool for creativity and teamwork? Neil shares insights from decades of performing and teaching improv worldwide, showing how these techniques apply directly to leadership and business.

We dive into how improv builds trust, encourages collaboration, and helps teams navigate uncertainty with confidence. Neil explains why listening, saying “yes, and,” and embracing mistakes are key to stronger teamwork and innovation. You’ll also learn how humor and storytelling can improve meetings, boost creativity, and make leadership more human and effective.

If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or professional curious about practical ways to grow your skills, this episode will give you fresh strategies you can apply immediately.

Chapters:

00:00 BWB with Neil Mullarkey
01:20 Neil's Journey in Comedy and Improv
05:42 The Birth of Comedy Store Players
08:12 Improv Techniques and Their Applications
19:13 Improv in Business and Leadership
24:05 Effective Meeting Strategies
32:31 Innovative Meeting Strategies
33:35 The Role of Improv in Leadership
36:07 Handling Resistance and Transformation
41:45 Humour in the Workplace
47:32 Improv Skills for Personal Growth
56:27 Quickfire - Get To Know Neil
57:54 !Business or Bullshit Quiz!

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