by Jane Wolfe | Nov 11, 2015 | Applied Improvisation, Improvisation, Purpose, Work as Play
In one of my speeches this week, I offered up this guideline for selecting new projects: Ask yourself, “Does this align with my purpose?” The Living Organization describes the Soulful Purpose as part of a strategic compass that guides an organization to greatness (The...
by Jane Wolfe | Jun 23, 2013 | Uncategorized
“Create a circle facing out in your group of four. Close your eyes. When you hear the word, let your body take that image. Family!” I let my body tell me how to move. Twisted somewhat like a pretzel, my arms folded around me to comfort and shield...
by Jane Wolfe | Jun 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Today at a luncheon meeting, I spoke to about 30 business professionals about Applied Improv training for business and life skills. I wanted them to taste how effective it is to help them learn to confidently express themselves and make courageous choices in the...
by Jane Wolfe | Nov 15, 2012 | Uncategorized
I felt dread when I saw the scheduled speaker at Toastmasters this week. Her face was puffy with her hand and a wad of tissues smashed to her face. When she spoke, her voice was raspy, and she sounded like the star of a cold-and-flue season commercial. I felt dread...
by Jane Wolfe | Aug 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
For years I performed with San Diego Playback Theatre and before that with the Mirth Meisters, a comedy improv troupe. What I learned in those years—both as a performer and as an instructor—is that there is a lot of similarity between living life and performing on the...
