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This presentation will introduce the concept of Applied Improvisation (AIM). AIM is a novel, experiential learning process that is increasingly being leveraged to improve the business competencies of professional staff, managers, and executives. AIM is based on a framework—drawn from the theater—of 3 key values, 9 principles, and over 20 guidelines. Theatrical improv uses a performing cast to create a compelling, out-of-nothing story that impacts or amuses an audience. Similarly, AIM builds team trust and connects a group of people to improve business function in ambiguous, stressful situations. The undetermined, the unknown, and the unfamiliar are ongoing issues in today’s business environment. AIM’s principles better prepare staff to address workplace ambiguity. AIM does three things, (1) increases a person’s ability to adapt, move without a script, and deal with ambiguity; (2) improves trust within a team; and (3) helps creates value where it did not exist before.

Presented by: Ted Klein; Managing Partner, Boston Strategy Group

Theodore Klein is Managing Partner at the Boston Strategy Group (BSG). Mr. Klein has over 40 years of executive management experience at several premier consulting firms and was the CEO of Boston Systems Group, named one of America’s 100 leading consulting firms. Mr. Klein has led over 350 engagements for global corporate, healthcare, university, and government institutions, across four continents. He has served on the management faculty at Boston University, Boston College, and the University of Massachusetts in Management, Marketing, and Information Technology. He has been an avid improvisation student for the last four years and writes frequently on applied improvisation developments. Mr. Klein holds an MBA from Boston University, and undergraduate degrees in Mathematics and in the Social Sciences. An avid sailor, he crossed the Atlantic in a 62 foot gaffrigged schooner over a five-week period, when he was still young and adventurous.

Eligible for 1.0 SHRM recertification credits