Be Present: An Improv Principle for Better Work

Staying present sounds simple, but in fast-moving work environments it is often one of the first skills to erode. Drawing from years of experience in both leadership roles and professional improv, this piece explores how future-focused anxiety and constant multitasking can quietly diminish trust, culture, and performance at work. Improv offers a powerful counterpoint, teaching leaders how active listening, adaptability, and presence unlock better collaboration.