"I think Simo nailed it. It is about failing, visibly, and seeing that failing visibly is both fun and productive.
One more: I use very extreme warm-ups which have people laughing, reeling and physically sweating (a little). It is a very clear signal…"
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Adam StJohn Lawrence commented on Adam Blatner's blog post Interactive & Improvisational Drama"Hi Adam B,
Sorry for the tardy reply. We're too busy doing it to be writing about it, sorry! When we have some words down, you'll hear about it... :)
Adam L"
Adam StJohn Lawrence replied to Paul Z Jackson's discussion Staying in the emerging conversations"I'd urge anyone to join Twitter.
Despite it's image, it is not about saying what you had for breakfast! (I just don't "follow" people who talk trivia - instead I look for busy people in my fields of interest.)
Instead,…"
Adam StJohn Lawrence commented on Belina Raffy's group Baltimore Conference 2011"This is where "yes, and..." gets dangerous... :)"
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Baltimore Conference 2011
Share your thoughts on the conference! Please add your experiences, notes, photos to the session discussions (or start a new one!)See More
Adam StJohn Lawrence commented on Adam Blatner's blog post Interactive & Improvisational Drama"HI Adam,
your book looks great - I will order a copy.
You seem to have a very broad view of the field. May I pose a question?
Unless I missed someting, I notice that no-one in your chapter summary is using interactive theater techniques the…"
Adam StJohn Lawrence commented on Lieselotte Nooyen's group Amsterdam Conference 2010"Folks, I had an amazing time. Thanks to everyone who contributed with their ideas, playfulness, and smiles. Thanks also to those who helped focus, even with the occasional but vital "yes, but...". :)
Especial personal thanks to Henk and…"
Adam StJohn Lawrence commented on Lieselotte Nooyen's group Amsterdam Conference 2010"And, are there any plans for a party/beer after the meal before the preconference? We'll be arriving late Wednesday, but Night Sessions are always fun...."
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- Where do you live and work? (City)
- Live near Nuremberg and near Roseau, work Germany and worldwide
- Professional Skills
- I'm a professional actor, comedian, business coach and service experience designer.
I use theatrical tools to help companies impress their customers, meet customers' needs better, and enjoy their work more.
- What is your main interest in this network?
- Education, Networking, Finding Partnerships, Improv Resources
- What kind of person are you?
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- What kinds of improv-related services are you involved in?
- Teambuilding, Creativity, Innovation, Problem Solving, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Change Management, Sales, Presentation Skills
- Share a favorite 'improv epiphany'
- Me: "How many ways are there to do this task?"
Group: "Three or four".
Ten minutes of impro later, we had fifty ideas...
- More about you: (Short Bio or any other details you'd like people to know)
- I'm an experience designer, a comedian, a psychologist, and a businessman. I'm a trainer, an actor, a singer, a stand-up, and a consultant who works all over the world in zoos, studios, and top businesses. I love good service, exciting advertising, and engaging experiences.
I'm an Englishman, but you'll usually find me in Germany or the Caribbean. I look for the fun in everything!
Let's talk! Call me at +49 157 7374 3115 (Germany) or +1 767 440 5413 (Americas).
- I need help with...
- ... always looking for ideas and criticism!
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Adam StJohn Lawrence's Blog
Improvised solutions impress customers more
Posted on March 28, 2009 at 6:53am 0 Comments 0 Likes
(Written for non-theatrical managers and crossposted from my blog at www.workplayexperience.blogspot.com)
Throw away the script to be more authentic
Those of us who work on the stage are fortunate indeed - for we are blessed with an immediate and clear feedback system. If we work well, we are immediately rewarded with applause or laughter. If we do poorly, we are punished with silence, or jeers, or departure. (Or with another kind of laughter. Or with people throwing… Continue
Throw away the script to be more authentic
Those of us who work on the stage are fortunate indeed - for we are blessed with an immediate and clear feedback system. If we work well, we are immediately rewarded with applause or laughter. If we do poorly, we are punished with silence, or jeers, or departure. (Or with another kind of laughter. Or with people throwing… Continue
Managing a creative environment
Posted on March 28, 2009 at 6:49am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Playstorming your customer experience
(Written for non-theatrical managers, and crossposted from my blog at www.workplayexperience.blogspot.com)
The best ideas to improve your customer experience are already floating around in your team's heads. To get them into to the real world with the minimum of digging, you need to foster a special kind of working environment.
In theater, we talk about the rehearsal room as a "safe space". It's a place where experiment and… Continue
(Written for non-theatrical managers, and crossposted from my blog at www.workplayexperience.blogspot.com)
The best ideas to improve your customer experience are already floating around in your team's heads. To get them into to the real world with the minimum of digging, you need to foster a special kind of working environment.
In theater, we talk about the rehearsal room as a "safe space". It's a place where experiment and… Continue
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 9:25am on September 28, 2010,
Sylvaine MESSICA said… - Thanks a lot, see you soon
- At 9:24am on September 28, 2010, Sylvaine MESSICA said…
- Adam : the funny gentleman with a fresh chicken !
- At 5:35am on December 20, 2008,
Frederique Thiriet-Smith said… - Hi Adam,
Welcome to the AIN. Nice to find you here.
Have a nice Christmas,
Fred
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