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Business Growth SpotlightEp.43 Leading with Improv: Agility, Communication, and Human Connection with Bob KulhanIn this episode, Heidi sits down with Bob Kulhan to explore how the principles of improvisation can transform the way we lead and communicate in business. They dive into the power of agility, collaboration, and clear communication, and how these skills can strengthen both personal and professional development. Bob shares how Business Improv helps teams become more adaptable, enhances emotional intelligence, and creates stronger human connections — especially important in an increasingly AI-driven world.They discuss the common communication traps leaders fall into and how shifting from a “buy-in” mindset to a “build-in” approach can improve alignment and innovation...2025-05-0736 min
Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen, Ph.D.Crafting a ‘Yes/And’ Mindset: A Formula for Collaboration & Creativity with Bob KulhanSend us a textBob Kulhan is a professor at the Duke University Fuqua School of Business and an elite improv and sketch comedian. Bob is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 25-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences. His focus: People Skills. Human Connection.His clients include a who’s who of businesses (from pharma to manufacturing to aerospace), universities, organizations, and government institutions. He has also worked extensively with entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, as well as small and medium size businesses.He is the best-selling author of Getting to Yes A...2025-03-0537 min
jawbreaker.ioFrom Stage to Boardroom: How Comedians Are Transforming Corporate Culture Through ImprovThe article from The New York Times explores the burgeoning field of corporate improv, highlighting how comedians like Bob Kulhan have successfully transitioned from live performances to teaching corporate workshops that focus on enhancing soft skills such as communication, creativity, and empathy. After early career struggles, Kulhan capitalized on the growing demand for improv training in the business world, creating a niche that allows comedians to leverage their skills in ways that are both impactful and lucrative. Corporate improv sessions can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars, with trainers often working with a variety of clients across different industries...2025-01-2702 min
The Leading Below the Surface Podcast with LaTonya WilkinsEpisode 36: From Groupthink to Group Mind: Encouraging Diverse PerspectivesJoin LaTonya Wilkins in this engaging episode of the Leading Below the Surface podcast as she welcomes improv expert Bob Kulhan. With a rich background in comedy and professional development, Bob shares his insights on the transformative power of improvisation in the workplace. Discover how the principles of improv, such as "Yes, and," can foster psychological safety, enhance team collaboration, and encourage innovative thinking. Whether you're a leader or a team member, you'll gain practical tools and exercises to create a more connected and dynamic work environment. Tune in to learn how to embrace change through the art of...2024-11-0531 min
The Leading Below the Surface Podcast with LaTonya WilkinsFrom Groupthink to Group Mind: Encouraging Diverse PerspectivesJoin LaTonya Wilkins in this engaging episode of the Leading Below the Surface podcast as she welcomes improv expert Bob Kulhan. With a rich background in comedy and professional development, Bob shares his insights on the transformative power of improvisation in the workplace. Discover how the principles of improv, such as "Yes, and," can foster psychological safety, enhance team collaboration, and encourage innovative thinking. Whether you're a leader or a team member, you'll gain practical tools and exercises to create a more connected and dynamic work environment. Tune in to learn how to embrace change through the art of...2024-11-0420 min
Dentists IN the KnowBob Kulhan of Business Improv with the DINKSSend us a textYou’re not going to want to miss our next episode! Make sure you follow along on YouTube to check out our conversation with Bob Kulhan, Duke University Fuqua School of Business professor by day, elite improv comedian by night! 📺Subscribe: / @dentistsintheknow Founder & CEO of Business Improv®, Bob Kulhan is bridging the gap between improv and business through behavioral sciences. With clients ranging from pharma to aerospace, Bob's expertise in People Skills & Human Connection is unparalleled. Dive into his bestseller, "GETTING TO YES AND: The Art of Business Improv," and explo...2024-07-2646 min
Dentists IN the KnowBob Kulhan, Improv Comedian Extraordinaire with the DINKSSend us a textYou’re not going to want to miss our next episode! Make sure you follow along on YouTube to check out our conversation with Bob Kulhan, Duke University Fuqua School of Business professor by day, elite improv comedian by night! Check out our YouTube Channel to catch our episodes live and be a part of the show!📺Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@dentistsintheknowFounder & CEO of Business Improv®, Bob Kulhan is bridging the gap between improv and business through behavioral sciences. With clients...2024-07-0546 min
The Lonch PodcastUnleashing Your Business Potential: A Journey through Improv with Bob KulhanJoin us on the Lonch podcast as we dive into the world of business improvisation with the dynamic Bob Kulhan, Founder & CEO of Business Improvisations. Bob's expertise in blending improv techniques with leadership and entrepreneurship provides invaluable insights for students, founders, and entrepreneurs alike. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, we'll explore how improvisational skills can enhance creativity, adaptability, and communication in business settings. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting your journey, this episode promises to equip you with practical strategies to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of business.Download the Lonch App in the...2024-04-0122 min
The Life-Long CustomerThe Power of Business Improv with Bob Kulhan, President & CEO at Business ImprovisationsJoin us in this captivating episode of the LifeLong Customer Podcast as we dive into the world of business improvisation with our special guest, Bob Kulhan, President & CEO at Business Improvisations. Host Brad Hammond takes us on a journey through Bob's remarkable career, from his roots as a professional improv comedian to his groundbreaking venture into the world of business.Bob shares his unique perspective on how the principles of improvisation can be extracted from comedy and applied to business. With over 25 years of experience, Bob has not only reshaped the way businesses think but has also...2023-12-1218 min
If This Is True with Chris HallBob Kulhan!In this throwback, If This Is True wishes you a Happy New Year with a conversation with Bob Kulhan of Business Improv. Bob is an iO, Second City and Annoyance alum who took improv business seriously and created Business Improv, the company! Bob is an adjunct professor at Duke University and has taught his improv curriculum around the world! He believes that "yes, and" can be more than just an improv tool. The phrase can also help to garner respect and to communicate on a higher level. Bob also talks about his Chicago Cubbies and what makes his heart sing...2023-07-2521 min
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Hitchhikers and AppetizersS6E19 - The Ears Have It For Casecal Calcase with Bob KulhanCasecal Calcase from the planet Ballateen drops by Booth 42 between teaching classes on the culinary arts. He even tells us how he would prepare us as a multi-course meal. How delightful.2023-01-2537 min
Sales Game Changers | Tips from Successful Sales LeadersUsing Improv Comedy to Grow Your Sales with Bob KulhanThis is episode 491. Tips for Sales Career Success. Read the complete transcription on the Sales Game Changers Podcast website. BOB'S TIP: "Cling to, “Yes and.” There's an oversimplification that the majority of people use for ‘yes and’ that it's an ideation tool only. At its core, it's a communication tool because you cannot ‘yes and’ somebody without listening to them, without understanding them. And’ is the bridge to your voice. This provides this opportunity to build bridges. ‘Yes and’ links to that postponement of judgment. ‘Yes and’ is a fantastic conflict management technique. Imagine some difficult questions being thrown your way...2022-03-3033 min
Access To Anyone with Michael RoderickBusiness Collaboration Through Improvisation With Bob KulhanBob Kulhan is the Founder, President, and CEO of Business Improvisations, an interactive learning program that uses the tenants of improvisations to enhance all levels of a business. He is the Author of Getting To “Yes And”: The Art of Business Improv, and an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua and Columbia business schools. He was an improv instructor at Chicago’s famed Second City, an improv performer at the Annoyance Theatre, and was in the improv Baby Wants Candy. In this episode… Are you looking to improve and scale your business at all levels of your orga...2022-01-0638 min
TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®“Getting to Yes And“ With Bob KulhanBob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.” With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching improv, he works with blue chip companies like Mazda, CISCO, Pepsi, Ford Motor Company, Glaxo Smith Kline, and Bristol Meyers Squibb. Today Bob speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring empathic communication, relationship building, and Psychological Safety to today’s virtual, hybrid, and face to fac...2021-12-2142 minDr. Karen's Podcast Guests | TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®“Getting to Yes And“ With Bob KulhanBob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.” With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching improv, he works with blue chip companies like Mazda, CISCO, Pepsi, Ford Motor Company, Glaxo Smith Kline, and Bristol Meyers Squibb. Today Bob speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring empathic communication, relationship building, and Psychological Safety to today’s virtual, hybrid, and face to fac...2021-12-2142 min
The Voice of Leadership“Getting to Yes And“ With Bob KulhanBob Kulhan, known as a master improviser, is the Founder and CEO of Business Improv and adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School. He is also the author of the book “Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv.” With more than 27 years of studying, performing, and teaching improv, he works with blue chip companies like Mazda, CISCO, Pepsi, Ford Motor Company, Glaxo Smith Kline, and Bristol Meyers Squibb. Today Bob speaks with Dr. Karen about how to bring empathic communication, relationship building, and Psychological Safety to today’s virtual, hybrid, and face to fac...2021-12-2142 min
Podcasting StoriesEp027: Creating Stories with Bob KulhanToday on Podcasting Stories, we're talking with Bob Kulhan, founder and CEO of Business Improv, a corporate training and development firm that helps cultivate leadership and communication skills through team building games and improv.
Bob founded the business more than two decades ago, inspired by his career as an improvisation performer. They provide a high-end, up-on-your-feet opportunity to experience improv and improve leadership, team-building, and innovation, and he shares a great example of a dysfunctional leadership team that was transformed by the process in less than a year.
He's also intrigued by how a podcast...2021-10-2947 min
Practical PivotsAdd Psychology to Your Toolkit: 9 Thought Leaders on Changing Behavior and Changing MindsRory Sutherland, Tim Riesterer, Dave Kellogg, David Cancel, Tamsen Webster, Tim Calkins, Philip Kotler, Suneet Bhatt, and Bob Kulhan share psychology-related insights from past episodes.2021-10-2025 min
Experts SpeakThink on Your Feet to Make More Sales (with Bob Kulhan)Communication expert, Bob Kulhan, can teach you to think on your feet and approach the most typical business challenges with fresh eyes and openness. You'll be thrilled to learn how to use Improv to improve your communication skills, engage with your audiece more deeply, and make more sales. And you don't even have to be a comedian to be good at it... just be yourself. Bob Kulhan, teaches how to use the skill of Improv in your daily business. You'll quickly improve your communication skills, engage with your audiece more deeply, and make more sales. And you...2021-10-1938 min
The Enabled Disabled PodcastBob KulhanTo learn more about the Enabled Disabled Podcast and share your story, please visit https://www.enableddisabled.com/
Bob Kulhan is a co-founder of Baby Wants Candy and has been performing, teaching & studying improv and sketch comedy since 1994 in Chicago and since 2009 in NYC. Bob was trained in improvisation by Del Close, Matt Besser, Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Susan Messing and others at Chicago’s ImprovOlympic theater, Mick Napier at The Annoyance Theater, and taught and mentored by Martin de Maat at The Second City (among so many other greats in all 3 fantastic schools!). Bob currently performs in NYC wi...2021-10-171h 06
Podcast | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal#111 – Bob Kulhan on Improv Tips To Improve Your Writing ProcessBob Kulhan is an elite improviser and an adjunct professor at both Duke University and Columbia University business schools.
Bob is also the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 21-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences.
His clients include a who’s who of businesses (from pharma to manufacturing to aerospace), universities, organizations, and government institutions.
He has also worked extensively with entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, individuals looking to develop their creativity muscles.
He is the author of GETTING TO YES AND (Stanford University Press).
The first 100% virtual progr...2021-10-0315 minTop Business Leaders | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal#111 – Bob Kulhan on Improv Tips To Improve Your Writing ProcessBob Kulhan is an elite improviser and an adjunct professor at both Duke University and Columbia University business schools.
Bob is also the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 21-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences.
His clients include a who’s who of businesses (from pharma to manufacturing to aerospace), universities, organizations, and government institutions.
He has also worked extensively with entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, individuals looking to develop their creativity muscles.
He is the author of GETTING TO YES AND (Stanford University Press).
The first 100% virtual progr...2021-10-0315 min
Founders Space: Mentors & MastersUsing Improv to Boost Collaboration & Creativity with Bob KulhanBob Kulhan, professor and performer, teaches how improvisation can improve communication, collaboration, agility, and adaptability at work and in your personal life.2021-09-0317 min
Captain Hoff's Podcast - Business, Investing & Life!Using Improv to Boost Collaboration & Creativity with Bob KulhanBob Kulhan, professor and performer, teaches how improvisation can improve communication, collaboration, agility, and adaptability at work and in your personal life.2021-09-0317 min
Smashing the PlateauWhy Improv is a Business Technique Featuring Bob KulhanBob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua B-School, author of ‘GETTING TO YES AND’, and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 22-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences and ROI for blue-chip companies. BI is a world-class leader in experiential On-Site, Virtual (synchronous), Online (asynchronous), Blended (both), and Open Enrollment programs.
We discuss:
The human on the other side of the transaction [01:59]
A Sherpa’s level of customer devotion [04:00]
Bridging the gap between two cultures [06:55]
What it feels like to be thrilled at the core [10:09]
How coaches and consultants can improve their customer...2021-08-1625 min
Book of ExpertsBusiness Improv - with Bob KulhanBob Kulhan is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® and Author of "Getting to Yes, And" as well as Adjunct Prof. Duke Fuqua School of Business/Forbes Contributor.
Why improv for business?
Resilience, well-being, and health are top of mind. Team cohesion, communication, collaboration, trust, and morale are being tried more than ever before. It is time for leaders to shine!2021-08-0428 min
funnyparentspodcastEpisode 31: Swing for the FencesBob Kulhan joins us to tell three stories about trying to find the balance between letting your kids fully invest and helping them to know what's appropriate. Bob's the CEO of Business Improv! Check it out here: www.businessimprov.com
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Parents of 3-5 year olds, check out our Word Play workshop starting in July!
Find more at www.funnyparentspodcast.com2021-06-1128 min
The Good Life with Michele LamoureuxBob Kulhan: Business Improv for Better Communication and Connection Have you ever considered taking an improv class? Wonder what you'd learn in a business improv class? Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser and an adjunct professor at both Duke University and Columbia University business schools. He is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® – a 22-yr-old consultancy linking improvisation to business through behavioral sciences. Bob is the author of "GETTING TO YES AND" and we discuss the benefits of using improv. The skills teach you how to be a better communicator and form stronger connections with others. Tune in now and access the show notes at thegoodlifecoach.com...2021-06-0947 min
Radical Tenderness with Sally Harvey Anderson11. The Benefits of Improv for Business ProfessionalsImprovisers know that the benefits of improv go well beyond the entertainment world. This podcast looks at the benefits of improv in the workplace, both on an individual and group level.
SOURCES:
Bob Kulhan. Business Improv. https://businessimprov.com
Bernie Schroeder. Linkedin. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/1500-ceos-surveyed-what-most-important-leadership-skill-schroeder/
Clay Drinko. Play your way sane. https://www.playyourwaysane.com/blog/applied-improvisation
Clay Drinko. Play your way sane. https://www.playyourwaysane.com/blog/advantages-of-improvisation
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www.patreon.com/sallyharveyanderson2021-06-0427 minPractical PivotsBringing "Yes, And" to Businesses with Founder and CEO Bob KulhanBob explains how 'yes and' works to improve communication, collaboration, and brainstorming across companies. He also shares the value of curiosity and how to perform at the top of your intelligence.2021-05-1240 min
The Lucky TitanEngagement & Connection in a Virtual World With Bob KulhanBob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®. Kulhan has tailored On-Site, Virtual, Online, Blended and Open Enrollment Business Improv programs around the globe for a number of blue chip companies and organizations including the Department of Defense, US Naval Academy, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sears, Mazda, CISCO, Cushman & Wakefield, Pepsi, Ford Motors, Glaxo Smith Kline, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Capital One, Neutrogena, New York Red Bulls, and Procter & Gamble R&D University. Kulhan is a master improviser who has s...2021-03-2428 min
On Point: Bringing Humanity to Leadership CommunicationsEpisode 4: Leveraging Improv Skills to Hone Your Virtual LeadershipVirtual leadership requires a cultivated skillset and intentionality. In this episode, Bob Kulhan (comedian, actor, writer, professor, and CEO of Business Improv) joins Broad Reach president Andrea Lekushoff to discuss how leaders can overcome barriers to virtual communication and collaboration and build cohesion and chemistry in their teams by leveraging improv skills. He also demonstrates how energy, attitude and framing of language can influence others positively in a virtual environment.
2021-03-1631 min
The Abstract DoctorsS1 E10 - Bob KulhanJoin world-class doctors, Dr. Ron Gharbo and Dr. David Cifu for episode 10 of season 1 as they welcome CEO and founder of Business Improv, actor, writer, comedian and author, Bob Kulhan.David Cifu, MD is an internationally academic leader and innovator who specializes in initiating, developing, fostering and leading small and large-scale collaborations across the research, clinical, education and philanthropic arenas to create knowledge, add value and build opportunities. He is the Associate Dean for Innovation and System Integration in the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine, and the Chairman and Herman J. Flax, MD Endowed Professor...2021-02-2356 min
Change Your Mindset4 Questions Every Effective Leader Needs to AnswerOver the past two years, I’ve been doing research on the topic of improvisational leadership. In the book “Getting to Yes And” by Bob Kulhan, he discusses that effective leaders can answer four questions about themselves:
Why this?
Why now?
What do I have to do?
What’s in it for me?
Bob discusses these questions as if he was to bring the tenets of improvisation into his firm. So why should you consider bringing improv into your organization? Let’s discuss that now.To learn more, and for the co...2020-12-1412 min
What's Betwixt UsEpisode 018: Kinetic Connections with Bob KulhanIn this episode of What's Betwixt Us, we are joined by Bob Kulhan. Bob is the Founder and CEO of BusinessImprov and the author of the wonderful book, Getting to Yes, And. Through the corporate training and development he offers through his company and the actionable practices mentioned in his book, Bob is teaching companies how to implement improvisational methods into their work cultures to promote engagement when it comes to communication, teamwork, and empathy. We discuss the psychology of safe spaces, the pillars of reacting, adapting, and communication, and the importance of making others look good both on...2020-12-0753 min
Brendan Carr Podcast#50 CEO Bob Kulhan: Social Skills for Zoom MeetingsBob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®. Kulhan has tailored On-Site, Virtual, Digital, and Open Enrollment Business Improv programs around the globe for a number of blue chip companies and organizations including the Department of Defense, US Naval Academy, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Sears, Mazda, CISCO, Cushman & Wakefield, Pepsi, Ford Motors, Glaxo Smith Kline, Bristol-Myers Squibb, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Capital One, Neutrogena, New York Red Bulls, and Procter & Gamble R&D University. Kulhan is a...2020-10-2621 min
Brad Carr Podcast#50 CEO Bob Kulhan: People Skills for Zoom Meetings Find Bob on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-kulhan-0226a01/ Training with Bob: https://businessimprov.com/virtual-training/ Bob Kulhan is an elite improviser, an adjunct professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School and the Founder & CEO of Business Improv®. Kulhan has tailored On-Site, Virtual, Digital, and Open Enrollment Business Improv programs around the globe for a number of blue chip companies 2020-10-2621 min
Superstar Communicator podcastKeeping communication human with Bob KulhanThis incredible interview with Susan Heaton-Wright and Bob Kulhan is full of excellent content. Recorded during Lockdown in New York, Bob emphasises the importance of keeping the human connection. Valuing what others say and keeping that eye contact. Warning: the sound from NY is poor, but the content is so good don't miss it. Here are details of Bob's latest course Download his 7 essentials to leading a team virtually.2020-08-2422 min
Looking For ANDBob Kulhan - Business ImprovBob Kulhand, CEO of Business Improv is back! This week's episode is a second look at how using improv techniques can help us at home and work. We explore the roots of "Yes, AND..." while applying them to being resilient and adaptable. We also explore some of the misconceptions of "Yes, AND..." and when "Yes, but..." might be appropriate. Bob puts me on the spot to teach an improv activity we can all use at the dinner table and offers a host of resources to help you bring "Yes, AND..." into your life!2020-05-1300 min
Future-Focused with Christopher LindVirtual Learning Done Right with Business ImprovWhether you’ve historically been for or against #virtual #learning, it’s a reality everyone has had to embrace amidst the #coronavirus pandemic.
For some, it was business as usual or a relatively seamless transition. For others, it’s been an overwhelming and painful challenge, leaving learning professionals frustrated and learners disengaged.
And, just because a lot of what’s been done in the past is bad doesn’t mean it can’t be done well.
In this episode I’m joined by Bob Kulhan and Josh Pryor from Business Improv to share our experience...2020-04-281h 03
Out of the Comfort ZoneImproving Agility and Collaboration with Bob KulhanSend us a textAgility and adaptability are at the heart of real collaboration. However there are so few ways to truly practice being more adaptable, more collaborative or better communicators. Improvization work is probably the best laboratory that’s available – but we need proper alignment with business practices. Tune in to learn more about a unique approach.⬇️ Connect with me!► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-wallace-publicspeaker-author-podcasthost/► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wandatwallace/► Main YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wandawallace/► X: https://x.com/AskWanda► Website: https://www.wandawallace.com/💡 About the sh...2020-04-2455 minFuture-Focused with Christopher LindThe Business Antidote to a Coronavirus Problem with Business ImprovAs an L&D or business leader, does improv immediately jump to mind as a solution to a number of the human challenges we’re facing amidst the coronavirus pandemic? I wouldn’t be surprised if many answered no to that question. However, I’d advocate it should be.
Amidst the ever-growing, gloomy news about the coronavirus and the negative impact it’s having on the world around us, this conversation is a breath of fresh air that’s focused on solutions instead of problems.
In this episode we talk with Bob Kulhan about how he has foc...2020-03-191h 08
Relate w/ Patrick McAndrewEnergy Manipulation and How to Influence People with Bob Kulhan: Episode 083Bob Kulhan, CEO and Founder of BusinessImprov, returns to the SHIPS podcast in episode 083 to talk about Energy Manipulation. This is a great episode for anyone looking for ways to consistently bring their best selves forward. We discuss what energy manipulation is, that energy is a choice, and how crucially important it is to be focused and present when talking to large groups or to an individual. Bob reveals to us that our energy, and what we bring into the room, has a huge impact on those around us.To learn more about Bob and BusinessImprov, please...2020-02-2051 minLooking For ANDBob Kulhan - Getting to Yes ANDOk, so that's a pretty cool title for a book! And... Bob Kuhan joins us for a fun discussion about how adopting a "yes AND" mindset can lead to greater productivity, improved communication and more creativity. In this episode, Bob and I discuss how mindfulness can make us better communicators, how "yes AND" promotes the sharing of ideas and why postponing judgment critical to cultivating ideas and exceptional problem solving. Getting To "YES, AND" - The Art of Business Improv is a great book AND Bob is a great interview!2020-01-0900 minRelate w/ Patrick McAndrewReacting, Adapting, and Communicating with Bob Kulhan: Episode 019CEO and President of Business Improv, Bob Kulhan, joins us in episode 019 of SHIPS! The author of 'Getting To Yes And,' Bob talks a lot in this episode about the importance of collaboration and communication. These are the pillars to any successful business. We also discuss how pretty much anyone can benefit from learning improv because it is such an adaptable skill in interacting and relating with our fellow human beings.To learn more about Bob and Business Improv, please check out https://www.businessimprov.com (where you can also check out his book, 'Getting To...2019-07-1144 min
The Distilled Man: Confidence | Self-Development | Career | Lifestyle | RelationshipsBob Kulhan: The Art of Business ImprovIn this episode, my guest Bob Kulhan shares how the fundamental principles of improv can help you succeed in business.2019-06-0459 min
As Told By Nomads360: How To Practice Yes And & Improv Your Way To Successful ConversationsIn this episode, I talk about a technique you can use if you want to create more understanding, facilitate open dialogue, and engage in thoughtful, respectful disagreements.Link to article if you prefer to read here: http://tayorockson.com/blog/how-to-practice-yes-and-improv-your-way-to-successful-conversationsLink to how to connect across cultures effectively article: http://tayorockson.com/blog/how-to-effectively-connect-across-culturesEpisode 55: https://media.acast.com/astoldbynomads/055-the-transformative-power-of-improvisation-in-business-and-life-with-bob-kulhan/media.mp3Episode 225: https://media.acast.com/astoldbynomads/225-howtogettoyesandinbusinesswithbobkulhan/media.mp3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-04-2304 min
Marketing for CreativesHow to Prepare and Give a Speech that People Will Remember with Bob Kulhan | #25Ep #25: When you know your work, and your craft, share it with everyone. Let other people know about you and what you do. In this episode, Bob Kulhan shares how to prepare and give a speech that people will remember. Bob is the Founder, President, and CEO of Business Improv, a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. As a performer, Bob has over 21 years worth of stage credits. He was an actor with Chicago’s famed Second City and was the first core facul...2018-02-1531 min
AMA Edgewise10th Anniversary Program!Thank you so much to listening to AMA Edgewise throughout the years. To celebrate, we put together some of our favorite clips, excerpts from the following episodes: Dan Pink on the Modus Operandi of Motivation Bob Kulhan on Honing Your Improv Skills Ed Wallace on Becoming a Relational Leader Devora Zack on Singletasking Alex Frankel […]2017-10-2020 min
Entrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastGetting to “Yes And”: The Art of Business Improv with Bob KulhanBob is Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based in NYC, Chicago and LA, Business Improv is a world-class leader in training programs for corporations and serves an incredible roster of blue-chip firms.2017-09-2019 min
Entrepreneurs on FireGetting to “Yes And”: The Art of Business Improv with Bob KulhanBob is Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based in NYC, Chicago and LA, Business Improv is a world-class leader in training programs for corporations and serves an incredible roster of blue-chip firms.2017-09-2019 min
Entrepreneurs on Fire Business PodcastGetting to “Yes And”: The Art of Business Improv with Bob KulhanBob is Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based in NYC, Chicago and LA, Business Improv is a world-class leader in training programs for corporations and serves an incredible roster of blue-chip firms. Sponsors: StitchFix: Get your own personal stylist AND clothes delivered straight to your front door. Visit Stitchfix.com/eof and you'll get 25% off when you keep all 5 items in your box! Videoblocks: Go to VideoBlocks.com/fire to get all the stock video you can imagine for $149 a year!2017-09-2019 min
Entrepreneurs on FireGetting to Yes, And: The Art of Business Improv with Bob KulhanBob is Founder and CEO of Business Improv®. Based in NYC, Chicago and LA, Business Improv is a world-class leader in training programs for corporations and serves an incredible roster of blue-chip firms. Sponsors: StitchFix: Get your own personal stylist AND clothes delivered straight to your front door. Visit Stitchfix.com/eof and you'll get 25% off when you keep all 5 items in your box! Videoblocks: Go to VideoBlocks.com/fire to get all the stock video you can imagine for $149 a year!2017-09-2019 min
Shift Your Perspective0072: Bob Kulhan talks about his fear of being a failure in lifeIn this episode of FEAR NOT, Founder of Business Improv, Bob Kulhan shares with us how he overcomes his fear of being a failure in life.2017-05-1508 min
That Business Show 2.0 VideoCastThe Power of "Yes And" - The Art of Business ImprovFeaturing Bob Kulhan
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Secrets of SuccessThe Art of Business ImprovWHPC host Bill Horan talks with Bob Kulhan, author of Getting To Say Yes and The Art of Business Improv about what improv has to do with business and how saying "yes and" instead of "yes but" can make a big difference.2017-04-1427 min
Get Legally New Releases of Full Audiobooks in Business, Career Skills Best SellersBob Kulhan on Honing Your Improv Skills Audiobook by Bob KulhanVisit https://hotaudiobook.cοm to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: Bob Kulhan on Honing Your Improv Skills
Author: Bob Kulhan
Narrator: Dave Summers
Format: Original Recording
Length: 16 mins
Language: English
Release date: 04-10-17
Publisher: American Management Association
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Business, Career Skills
Publisher's Summary:
We often think about improvisation in the context of comedy and it has nothing to do with the average workplace. But you've actually used improv tools more than you probably think. Bob Kulhan, improv pro in and out of the office, is here to talk about h...2017-04-1116 min
The Steve Pomeranz ShowThe Art Of Improvisation And Business CommunicationWith Bob Kulhan, President, CEO, and Founder of Business Improv, Author, Adjunct Professor at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business SchoolBob Kulhan And The Evolution Of Business ImprovBob Kulhan, author, actor, and CEO of Business Improv, as well as adjunct professor at Duke and Columbia business schools, joins Steve to talk about what business people can learn from practicing techniques borrowed from the world of improvisation. Bob has worked with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler and has taught for many years at Second City, Chicago's legendary comedy club and talent incubator. While he's...2017-03-1516 min
GutwiZdomGetting to “YES AND” – Bob Kulhan discusses business improv (GutwiZdom Episode-026)This week’s show was recorded in front of a live studio audience at the WCBS studios in NYC! We had a packed house of family, friends, and business owners join us for this special episode. Bob Kulhan (“Improv Bob”) joins Deidre and JG to discuss using improvisation to improve communication and take on business challenges.[...]2017-03-1300 min
TotalPicture: Talent Acquisition, HR Tech, Careers, Leadership, Future of WorkThe Art of Business Improv - Bob KulhanIn Episode 1580, Career Strategies Channel TotalPicture Radio Podcast, Peter Clayton discusses Business Improv with the guy who wrote the book; Bob Kulhan
2017-03-1341 min
Entrepreneur Podcast NetworkGetting To Yes, and… - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPNBob Kulhan, Founder and CEO of Business Improv and author of Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv joins Enterprise Radio. Kulhan is Adjunct Professor at Duke Fuqua School of Business and Columbia Business School.2017-02-2108 min
Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneBob KulhanBob Kulhan is the author of the new book "Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv." He is an incredible improviser and teacher who was a core faculty member at The Second City Training Center in Chicago and co-founder of the uber musical group Baby Wants Candy. Jimmy talks to him about how he was influenced by improv teacher Martin DeMaat, the early years of musical improv, and how he fell into teaching improv for business.2017-02-201h 13
Improv Nerd With Jimmy CarraneBob KulhanBob Kulhan is the author of the new book "Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv." He is an incredible improviser and teacher who was a core faculty member at The Second City Training Center in Chicago and co-founder of the uber musical group Baby Wants Candy. Jimmy talks to him about how he was influenced by improv teacher Martin DeMaat, the early years of musical improv, and how he fell into teaching improv for business.2017-02-201h 15.jpg)
intrepid.MEDIABob Kulhan: Is Improvisation the most important business skill?Joined in studio today by Bob Kulhan, founder and CEO of Business Improv, and author of Getting to Yes And: The Art of Business Improv. Learn more about Bob Kulhan's book here.
Discussion guide from today's conversation with Bob Kulhan:
1. What is improv?
2. And how does improv integrate into our daily business practice?
3. "REACT, ADAPT, and COMMUNICATE."
4. What is "YES AND" and how does it work?
5. What are the cognitive and social psychology behind this?
6. How does "YES AND" and improv help with creativity and innovation?
7. Improv is a skill. How do we learn and develop stronger improvisational skills?
Find...2017-02-0727 min
Business Owners Radio68 CULTURE | How to increase employee engagement and productivity. w/Bob Kulhan.Bob Kulhan, veteran improv performer, university professor, CEO, and consultant, shares insights from his book: Getting To Yes And: The Art of Business Improv. Bob shows how improv techniques such as the “Yes, and” approach, divergent and convergent thinking, and focusing on being present can translate into more productive meetings, swifter decisions, stronger collaboration, positive conflict resolution, mindfulness, and more.2017-01-3025 min
Business Owners Radio68 CULTURE | How to increase employee engagement and productivity. w/Bob Kulhan.Bob Kulhan, veteran improv performer, university professor, CEO, and consultant, shares insights from his book: Getting To Yes And: The Art of Business Improv. Bob shows how improv techniques such as the “Yes, and” approach, divergent and convergent thinking, and focusing on being present can translate into more productive meetings, swifter decisions, stronger collaboration, positive conflict resolution, mindfulness, and more.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. Website | Facebook2017-01-3025 min
Business Owners Radio68 CULTURE | How to increase employee engagement and productivity. w/Bob Kulhan.Bob Kulhan, veteran improv performer, university professor, CEO, and consultant, shares insights from his book: Getting To Yes And: The Art of Business Improv. Bob shows how improv techniques such as the “Yes, and” approach, divergent and convergent...2017-01-3025 min
As Told By Nomads225: How to Get to Yes And In Business with Bob KulhanToday's episode is with Bob Kulhan who joined us in episode 55 to discuss the transformative power of improvisation in business and life. He's back today to discuss his new book: Getting to "Yes And": The Art of Business Improv. For more than three years, he has dedicated incredible amounts of time and energy writing on Getting to "Yes And": The Art of Business Improv (Stanford University Press).Getting to "Yes And" is the definitive guide to business improv. Bob teaches readers to think on their feet and approach the most typical business challenges with fresh eyes and openness. He shows...2017-01-2635 min
The Archive of Awesome105: “Yes, and...” approaches to improv-ing work with Bob KulhanBusiness Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace. You'll Learn: How improv’s “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of work Improv’s wisdom on conducting better meetings How to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…” About Bob Bob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster of blue-chip firms such as Google, Pe...2017-01-1140 min
Ewan@icluod.com105: “Yes, and...” approaches to improv-ing work with Bob KulhanBusiness Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace. You'll Learn: How improv’s “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of work Improv’s wisdom on conducting better meetings How to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…” About Bob Bob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster of blue-chip firms such as Google, Pe2017-01-1140 min
How to Be Awesome at Your Job105: “Yes, and…” approaches to improv-ing work with Bob KulhanBusiness Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace.You’ll Learn:How improv’s “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of workImprov’s wisdom on conducting better meetingsHow to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…”About BobBob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster of blue-chip firms such as Google, PepsiCo, American Express, Capital One, Bristol-Myers S...2017-01-1140 min
How to Be Awesome at Your Job105: “Yes, and…” approaches to improv-ing work with Bob KulhanBusiness Improv Founder Bob Kulhan reveals how improv techniques can be applied to the workplace.You’ll Learn:How improv’s “Yes, and…” philosophy can enrich many facets of workImprov’s wisdom on conducting better meetingsHow to reframe difficult conversations with “Yes, and…”About BobBob Kulhan is the Founder, President and CEO of Business Improv®, and a world-class leader in creating experiential training and development programs for corporations of all scopes and sizes. Based in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles, Business Improv serves a large international roster...2017-01-1140 min
The Introvert EntrepreneurEp80: Yes, And and Beyond: A Conversation with Improv Pioneer Bob KulhanStand up in front of a group. No
script. No prep. No rules. This is improv in a way. Its not quite as scary
as that, even though that set-up is likely to send many an introvert
running in the opposite direction. And in fact, what looks like a completely
spontaneous improv situation actually DOES have rules, and there are ways to
prepare yourself. Sure, theres no script, but life doesnt have a script, so
who needs one?
Ive spoken several times over the
years about the power of improv and how it can be a transformative...2015-05-0600 min
The Roundtable of GentlemenEpisode 88: I'm Just So BigToday's Round Table brings you the saga of the five wives of Bin Laden, amusing suicide notes, and a heated discussion concerning which cartoon characters the Round Table would defile. The answers may surprise you. Plus, Micah Sherman, Bob Kulhan, and Molly Knefel join us in the Chuckle Hut!2015-05-0536 minAs Told By Nomads055: The Transformative Power of Improvisation in Business and Life with Bob KulhanBob Kulhan is the CEO of the unique executive training company. Kulhan has a fascinating story as he has the rare distinction of being a success as both a comedian, and a CEO. Currently he teaches at the top business school in the country Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and he teaches at Columbia Business School.He has appeared on major stages across the country alongside Seth Meyers, Jason Sudeikis, Key & Peele (and many others), but the list of Fortune 500 companies around the globe he's worked with as CEO is even more impressive. With this unique set of skills Kulhan pr...2015-04-2332 min
The Nick Vatterott ShowThe Windy Pendejos?Nick Vatterott can't make it this week, he's out getting a suggestion. In charge of the pod this week is the improvisational group THE WINDY PENDEJOS?! 'Windy members Bob Kulhan, Mica Sherman and the other guy perform a new improv form called 'Provcast,' where they mix in improvised scenes with a discussion of the highs and lows of improv performances, Del Close, impressions, people who cry improv class and Scooter Soccer.2014-04-1700 min
PITcastPITcast SPECIAL: The Annoyance Theater in NYC - Philip Markle with Bob KulhanMark sits down with Philip Markle (NY Director of Education, “The Annoyance”) and Bob Kulhan in Brooklyn where the Chicago-based Annoyance Theater has just landed! They talk about the history of the Annoyance, the future and dreams of the Annoyance Theater in Brooklyn, The NYC Improv Festival at The PIT and, of course, Flash Gordon!
NYC Improv Festival March 19th - 23rd @ The PIT!
PITcast Theme - “Breakdown” by Homesick Sun
2014-03-1700 min
Jonesonian InstitutionTreasures from The Jonesonian: The Last of the Dodos'Treasures from The Jonesonian' presents remarkable selections from The Jonesonian Institution's audio archives. Hosted by Chief Archivist Gordon Jacobs.
5. Gregor McCaffrey and The Last of the Dodos
Archivist: Bob Kulhan
Producer: Alex Gallafent2013-03-0103 min