Working Without A Script: Creating A Culture of Saying "Yes"

Produced

• July 2005

Key Features

purchase includes a 14 minute VHS or DVD video, additional training segments DVD, Leader's Guide, CD-ROM with PowerPoint presentation and transcript, and pocket reminder cards

Some days, everyone's life is a sketch comedy.

The Second City is well known for their improv comedy, their TV shows, and their scores of famous alumni. But what do organizations and The Second City have in common? They both improvise every day!

Working Without A Script, is a new training program that asks viewers to break their current “No, but...” pattern and commit to the “Yes, and...” philosophy, the same philosophy that allows improvisers to create effectively on stage. “Yes, and...” creates a positive environment for communication and active listening. It encourages change and innovation. “Yes, and...” also fosters open mindedness and generates trust.

Second City Communications has facilitated successful business training for over 45 years. Just like an improv troupe, Working Without A Script will show your organization how to work together when the plan doesn’t go as planned.

Hosted by Keegan-Michael Key, TV personality and Second City alum, along with a talented ensemble cast, Working Without A Script emphasizes that good communication starts with a "yes, and" philosophy. "Yes, and" means embracing and building upon new ideas. It fosters open mindedness and empowers people to think on their feet and take risks.

When an organization commits to the "yes, and" philosophy, good things will happen!

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The Learning Points:

The “Yes, and...” Philosophy:

Use “Yes, and...” not “No, but...” - When organizations choose to turn “No, but...” into “Yes, and...” the potential for success is astounding.

Making It Happen:

Actively Listen—Listen to understand, not just to respond.Part of the “Yes, and...” mentality is listening in order to understand, instead of listening simply to respond.

Affirm Each Other’s Ideas—Validate ideas, even if you disagree.Show others that you understand them – the yes part of the “Yes, and...”

Build on the Idea—Make a contribution that helps it grow.Offer to expand upon an idea—the “and” part of “Yes, and...” Help the idea and your organization grow into the future.


Pricing

Length:                                  14 minutes
Sale price:                             $595.00 VHS or DVD
Rental price:                          $295.00 (5 days)
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