Innovation Roundup

Here’s a sampling of some great articles about innovation from around the web: Corporate attempts at innovation are overwhelmingly dying on the vine –  “The more successful companies that we see are ones that approach innovation as a portfolio that they manage” Why I Do Improv (And Why Every Business Owner Should Too) –  “If […]

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Can Anyone Improvise?

As a “motivational improviser,” I often get the question, “can anyone think quickly, improvise, and even perform improv comedy? The answer is absolutely “YES!” Though many people think some people are just born with the ability to improvise, I know, from experience, that anyone can learn how to do it. Watch this video to learn […]

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Leveraging a Lifestyle Business through Creative Self-Expression

I was recently interviewed by Charlie Poznek for his, “The Boomer Business Owner” Podcast. Here are a few things Charlie and I talk about in this interview: Why you need to be present and not have a pre-set agenda. Creative self-expression can have positive impacts on your life and business. How being a lifestyle entrepreneur can […]

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3 Steps to Being More Improvisational

Truly becoming a great improviser can take time and practice, as you need to develop skills and habits that allow you to react quickly to whatever happens. But what if you don’t have that kind of time? Well, you’re in luck! In this short video, Avish shares 3 things you can do right now to […]

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Mastering Change

Do you ever struggle to deal with change? Would you like to learn some simple ideas around creativity and quick thinking that can help you react to and take advantage of change more effectively? If so, then download a copy of this FREE PDF report, “Mastering Change” You can get your copy here (no cost […]

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Improv Comedy and Influence

A little while ago I recorded an interview with Shari Alexander. Shari is  terrific speaker and an expert on Communication and Influence. In the 30-minute video interview, Shari interviews me about my approach to improv, speaking, success, influence, and more! It is a great interview with a lot of applicable content (if I do say […]

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What Does Improv Comedy Have to Do With Business? [VIDEO]

As a “motivational improviser” (part motivational speaker, part improv comedian) I use improv comedy to teach valuable business skills. On the surface, it may be confusing how the two are related. In this video, I explains how the skills of improv comedy can help you think quickly, adapt to change, and innovate. If you’d like […]

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40 Ways to Improvise, Adapt and Innovate (40 Thoughts from 40 Years…)

Happy birthday to me! Yes, today I turn 40 years old (wow, a milestone!). To celebrate my 40 years on this planet, below I have listed “40 ways to improvise, adapt, and innovate.” Hopefully they will help you take your life or business to the next level – and beyond! If you want to give […]

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Quick Thinking: “You Can’t Sneak Up on a Mirror”

One idea I have been talking about for years is the concept that, “you can’t sneak up on a mirror.” This an idea that helped me get better at martial arts and improv, and is a cornerstone in developing the mentality of quick thinking and creativity, For more info on this concept, check out this […]

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Motivational Improv Game – Blind Line

In this clip, watch Avish play the improv game “Blind Line” to finish his keynote presentation. In Blind Line, the audience has submitted a stack of cards (one per person) with a random line, quote, or saying on it. Avish uses those lines to improvise a motivational speech. Enjoy! To bring this same humor, content, […]

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