Welcome to "Rediscovering Connection," where we explore the power of play and improvisation with Brett Macdonald, a former teacher turned improv expert. In this 40-minute journey, we delve into how improv can reshape organizational culture, enhance team collaboration, and foster deep personal connections.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Brett Macdonald and her work in improv.
05:00 - Brett's journey from teaching to improv facilitation.
10:00 - The impact of expatriate experiences on personal and professional growth.
15:00 - How improv builds instant connections through vulnerability and trust.
20:00 - The role of shared experiences in workplace culture.
25:00 - Personal mission to bring joy into daily life.
30:00 - The nuances of building trust in various work environments.
35:00 - Brett's vision for the future and how she's evolving her offerings.
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Guest Bio:
Brett Macdonald helps community-minded organizations build connection and reignite collaboration on their teams. Through laughter and the power of play, her engaging workshops offer an opportunity to shape – or reshape – essential business skills, camaraderie, and culture. She lives, learns, and plays in Victoria, BC.
Whether you're a leader seeking to nurture a more connected and healthier team, or an individual looking to enrich your personal relationships, this episode is made for you.
Website: brettmacdonald.ca/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brett-mac/
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Hello - I’m Shelley Doyle, founder of The Communiverse™, Social Wealth Strategist, researcher, and host of the Rediscovering Connection podcast.
My work explores how our social connections and social capital shape social health, leadership, and our experience of modern work and life. Grounded in research with remote and hybrid leaders, I support leaders and organisations to activate their social capital in ways that strengthen connection, trust, and sustainable performance - creating the conditions for people to experience Social Wealth.
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