diverge · Problem Solving · 45–60 min · 5-15 people · high energy

Virtual Improv for Agility

A series of improvisational exercises that train the brain to react quickly, embrace 'Yes, And' thinking, and build on the ideas of others without judgment.

When to use Virtual Improv for Agility

To improve creative confidence and adaptability within a team facing rapid change or complex problems.

What it solves

Fear of failure, rigid thinking, or team members shooting down ideas too early in the brainstorming process.

How to run Virtual Improv for Agility, step by step

  1. Warm up with 'One Word Story' where the group builds a narrative one word at a time in the chat or verbally (10 minutes).
  2. Introduce 'Scenes from a Chat' where participants submit absurd scenarios for pairs to act out (20 minutes).
  3. Run 'To Your Right' where participants must incorporate the nearest physical object into a spontaneous pitch (15 minutes).
  4. Debrief on how 'Yes, And' can be applied to current work projects (5 minutes).

Materials needed

  • Video platform with 'Spotlight' feature
  • Chat function for prompts

Facilitator tips

  • Allow people to 'pass' or play a supporting role if they are extremely introverted.
  • Celebrate the 'failures' and the laughs to build safety.

Common pitfalls

  • The activity feeling 'too silly' for a corporate environment if the 'why' isn't explained.
  • Lag/latency issues disrupting the timing of verbal games.

Variations

  • Focus purely on 'Yes, And' for a brainstorming-specific session.

Running it online or hybrid

Remote participants should use 'Gallery View' to see everyone's reactions, while in-person participants should look at the camera when performing.

What it produces

A set of 'team catchphrases' or inside jokes that reinforce a culture of psychological safety.

Origin

Adapted from teambuilding.com's 'Online Improv Night' — source

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