#37 - Brett Macdonald - The Power of Improv in Building Connections

Rediscovering Connection with Shelley Doyle

Welcome to "Rediscovering Connection," where we explore the power of play and improvisation with Brett Macdonald, a former teacher turned improv expert. In this 40-minute journey, we delve into how improv can reshape organizational culture, enhance team collaboration, and foster deep personal connections.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Brett Macdonald and her work in improv.
05:00 - Brett's journey from teaching to improv facilitation.
10:00 - The impact of expatriate experiences on personal and professional growth.
15:00 - How improv builds instant connections through vulnerability and trust.
20:00 - The role of shared experiences in workplace culture.
25:00 - Personal mission to bring joy into daily life.
30:00 - The nuances of building trust in various work environments.
35:00 - Brett's vision for the future and how she's evolving her offerings.

Key Topics:

• Expatriate Insights on Connection
• Improv for Trust & Camaraderie
• Vulnerability & Honesty in Leadership
• Trust Strategies in Hybrid Work
• Self-Compassion & Personal Joy

Guest Bio:
Brett Macdonald helps community-minded organizations build connection and reignite collaboration on their teams. Through laughter and the power of play, her engaging workshops offer an opportunity to shape – or reshape – essential business skills, camaraderie, and culture. She lives, learns, and plays in Victoria, BC.
Whether you're a leader seeking to nurture a more connected and healthier team, or an individual looking to enrich your personal relationships, this episode is made for you.
Website: brettmacdonald.ca/
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brett-mac/
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I hope our conversation inspires you to rediscover connection in your own life.
Subscribe now and let the magic unfold.
Love & sparkles,
✨Shelley
About Your Host

Hello you, I’m Shelley Doyle, founder of The Communiverse™, learning designer, facilitator, and host of the Rediscovering Connection podcast. My Master’s research focused on the relational investments of remote and hybrid leaders, published with a financial services firm and supported by Mitacs. With 20 years of international business and communications leadership, I now help remote and relocated leaders feel more socially wealthy - personally and professionally, online and offline - through programs, consulting, and training.
I have 5 spots available in my program Social Wealth Activation, starting w/c Dec 1st. Email: [email protected] to request info.
Find out more at TheCommuniverse.com or find me on LinkedIn.

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