Episode 280: Want Resilient Teams? Improv Is the Answer, Trust Me

Written By Erin Diehl
 
 
 

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Your team just hit a wall. A project derailed. A curveball out of nowhere. What happens next? If the answer is stress, scrambling, or radio silence, it’s time for a new approach. Enter improv—the secret weapon for building resilient teams that can roll with the punches and come back stronger. 

Inside This Episode: 

  • Why most teams struggle with resilience (and how to fix it) 

  • The four-step improv framework that turns setbacks into stepping stones 

  • Simple, high-energy activities you can steal for your next team meeting 

  • A personal story of resilience from Erin’s own business journey 

  • How to create a team culture where change isn’t scary—it’s fuel 

Who This Episode Is For: 
Leaders who want their teams to handle challenges with confidence instead of chaos. If you’re tired of watching your team freeze up when things go sideways, this one’s for you. 

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