Problem Solving Techniques: Challenge Your Base Assumptions

One very powerful problem solving technique is to “challenge your base assumptions.” Problem solving and critical thinking are all built upon “base assumptions.” You can apply all the creativity in the world, but if you are starting off making the wrong assumptions then all the problem solving strategies in the world will be useless. In […]

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Applied Improvisation: Make a Strong Offer

It’s easy to come up with a lot of ideas. What separates people and organizations who succeed from those who struggle is that the ones who succeed take bold action. In improv (and applied improvisation), we call this, “making a strong offer.” In this video, Avish explains what that means and how you can use […]

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Improve Problem Solving by Avoiding “Binary Thinking”

Avoiding binary thinking is the key to being a better problem solver. In this video, Avish explains what “binary thinking” is and how avoiding it is one of the strongest creativity and problem solving techniques you can use (Transcription below). Does Your Team, Organization, or Association Need Help Breaking Out of Binary Thinking? If so, one […]

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On the Cover of SPEAKER Magazine!

This is very exciting! I (along with four colleagues) am featured on the cover of the May, 2016 edition of SPEAKER magazine! I contributed an article on how to use improv comedy to add humor to scripted material. Even if you don’t nee to add humor to a presentation, you may find the article useful. In […]

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Be Like Water – Bruce Lee, Improv Comedy, and Dealing With Change

“Be Like Water” is a quote from the legendary martial artist, Bruce Lee. To “be like water” is not just a great martial arts skill, but also a great technique for performing improv comedy and also for dealing with change in business and life. This video will explain the whys and how of “being like […]

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Quick Thinking – The #1 Mistake People Make When Trying to Think on Their Feet

Do you ever feel like you get stuck when you are put on the spot and need to think on your feet? This video will show you the #1 mistake I see people make when trying to think quickly. (Transcription below) Transcription Have you ever been put on the spot and suddenly you couldn’t eh… […]

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5 Conference Speakers That Can Kill a Conference

If you have ever planned a conference – or even just attended one – you know that one of the key elements that can make or break the event is the quality of the speakers you book. Get great speakers delivering great content, and attendees are happy (and rave to others and come back the […]

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Saying “Yes, And” vs. Focusing by Saying, “No” – Video

“Yes, And” is a powerful improv comedy principle that seems to be at odds with the productivity tip of saying “no.” It doesn’t have to be, and this video explains how… (A full transcript is below the video) Transcript Avish: No no no There is tremendous power in saying no. There is also tremendous power […]

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New Demo Video: Funny Motivational Keynote Speaker Avish Parashar

I recently had a new demo video created! You can watch the new video here: If you like it, please share it on social media and pass it on to anyone you know who may be planning a conference or looking for a funny, high-energy, interactive, and unique speaker!   More info: Watch more videos […]

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Look for the Fun and Try That

(Note: this post went out to my “Improvised Musings” e-zine over a month ago. To get all the content I put out, you can sign up for the e-zine on this page – plus you’ll get some cool downloads!) “I was thinking about auditioning for the play.” “You were? I was too. It looks fun. Let’s […]

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