Can improv comedy be used as a tool to improve your life?Drawing from her wealth of experience teaching improv to groups from nuclear physicists to CEOs, award-winning comedian, author, and speaker Katie Goodman demonstrates how the principles of improv can help you live more creatively, spontaneously, and courageously. Whether it’s learning to navigate the unexpected, being present with what’s right in front of us, or silencing your inner critic, Katie’s contagious enthusiasm and practical wisdom prove that there’s so much more that can be gleaned from improv than just making you laugh.In this episode, Erin gets specific with Katie to extract those practical gems you can apply right now. Here's what's on the table:The 8 ways improv comedy can serve as a practical tool for dealing with the unexpected, effective communication, being present, and more! Learn more HEREHow constraints can breed creativityGagging your inner critic and replacing it with an inner coach to guide your towards your goals and avoid the negative self-talkLearning to embrace small changes and the thrill of ‘getting lost’ to uncover your authentic selfShowing up as our authentic selves, in both our professional and personal lives. Find your niche and rock it.OUR GUEST: Katie Goodman is an acclaimed comedian, author, and speaker with a comedic career garnering 3+ million online views and TV appearances. She's the creator of "Broad Comedy," a national Off-Broadway touring show blending comedy and self-help, recognized by luminaries like Arianna Huffington, Comedy Central, and more. With a Philosophy degree from the University of Pennsylvania, Katie's diverse expertise led to her MacArthur Genius Grant nomination for theater work. With over two decades of experience, she's empowered 30,000+ individuals through improv comedy tools to enhance creativity, courage, and confidence. Beyond her New York City base, Katie travels nationwide, sharing her wisdom through speaking events, comedy shows, and corporate workshops, helping people thrive in handling life's challenges. She's also the author of "Improvisation For The Spirit," offering insights into leading a more creative, spontaneous, and courageous life using improv comedy techniques.Want more Katie? Find her online at https://www.katiegoodman.com/ and follow her on:IG: ​​https://www.instagram.com/thekatiegoodman/FB: https://www.facebook.com/KatieGoodmanComedy/Twitter: https://twitter.com/KatieGoodmanWant more Hotter Than Ever? Find us online at www.hotterthaneverpod.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotterthaneverpod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hotterthaneverpodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChwbEXbAVqoNYd_g5ok7VPgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090728330453Follow Hotter Than Ever wherever you listen to podcasts - we’re on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! That way you’ll never miss an episode.We’d love to hear what you think about the show, too - it helps us know what stories are resonating with you. DM us on Instagram and write us a review!Mentioned in this episode:Broad CollectiveLearn more about Broad Collective and our membership network for midlife women entrepreneurs at broadcollective.com. Apply to join Broad Collective at https://broad-collective-co.mn.co/landing