Using Humor and Improv to Enhance Business Communication with Kevin Hubschmann

Join Kevin Hubschmann and Richard Walsh as they explore the power of bringing your unique personality to work. Kevin shares his journey from comedy into virtual and in-person events, emphasizing improv as a tool for active listening and empathetic communication. They discuss customizing workshops for various industries, the influence of George Carlin, and the role of presence and timing. Topics include pivoting during presentations, using personal stories as icebreakers, balancing technology with human connection, and the significance of humor and authenticity in networking and business interactions.

Speakers

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Kevin Hubschmann

Guest • 58%

Richard Walsh

Host • 42%

Chapters

0:00	Bringing your five to nine personality to work & Introduction
1:52	Kevin Hubschmann's background story
4:04	Crossovers between comedy and business
6:33	Transition to virtual comedy and launching laughed out events
9:16	Expanding to in-person workshops and events
10:10	The three prongs of the business
11:04	Improv comedy as active listening and empathetic communication
13:23	Customizing workshops for different industries and departments
17:16	George Carlin's influence in comedy
20:06	Presence and timing in comedy and business
21:15	Pivoting during presentations and pitches
23:56	Engaging with your audience
25:34	Using personal stories as icebreakers
27:04	The importance of relationships in business
28:10	Balancing technology and human connection
30:00	Meeting in person versus virtual meetings
32:03	Using humor and authenticity in business
34:15	The role of an emcee in maintaining engagement
37:46	Active listening and conversation skills
41:01	Adapting strategies in business and boxing
44:02	Lessons from failures in sales and comedy
49:38	Using humor and improv to elevate business
51:15	Impact of authentic connections in networking
54:31	The power of active listening and empathetic communication
58:00	Eliminating negative language for better communication
1:00:02	Importance of meaningful words in business interactions
1:00:27	How to connect with Kevin Hubschmann and his services
1:01:10	Final thoughts and closing remarks

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