Do you know the concept of “Yes, and..” from improvisational comedy? In this episode, recorded at a lunchtime networking group in Dallas, Claire shows the crowd (and you) just what it takes to engage people and make conversation and connecting really work. A great example of dynamic speaking and people engagement.
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S01, Ep 18: Von Daniel, Understanding the Nuances of Your Business
Improv versus standup versus sketch comedy? What’s the difference? Knowing the difference helps you know what works for an audience and the overall experience. As in any business, knowing the different aspects of your craft can help you become a leader.Von Daniel, is familiar with the techniques of Improv as CEO of ComedySportz Dallas. He has extensive experience managing in the DFW area, having successfully hired, trained, implemented processes and led business teams of varying skill levels. Von has extensive experience as a performer as a part of improvisational comedy in Dallas going back almost 20 years.
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S02, Ep 04: John Allen, The What If Series on Insurance
The first in a series we call “What If?” In this episode, we discover what you really need to know about insurance. Our guest, John Allen, is president and managing agent with Community Insurance Advisors. John’s mission is to set a new standard for the insurance industry. Here John walks us through a thought process of how we should engage an agent and get the most from our insurance policies. While many people buy insurance on price (whether it be for the house, car or business), most of us really have no idea what our policies cover. John clearly describes “all-risk” versus “named-perils” coverage, water endorsements and the difference between replacement and ACV (depreciated) claims settlements. John has leveraged his passion for people and his attention to detail to grow an insurance business that is a true advocate for his clients.”
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S01, Ep 28: Steve Stoler, Telling Your Story
Can you tell your own story? Do you know where to start and what does it take to have an impact? Claire and Steve talk about his story as an illustration of how to best tell a difficult and complex story.Steve Stoler is a veteran Emmy Award winning television news reporter, whose career has spanned more than three decades at six television stations in Georgia, Nebraska, North Carolina and Texas. Steve has covered almost every type of news story imaginable. Throughout his career, Steve has been an eyewitness to history. After 34 years in TV, Steve is now the City of Plano, Texas’ Director of Media Relations.
