Event Details

Yes And! Positively Approaching Human Resources

In this highly interactive workshop, we explore the ideas and philosophies of improv and learn how to apply these skills at work to enhance communication skills, build relationships and create a more positive workforce.  Together we participate in a series of exercises to emphasize listening, express vulnerability and empathy, and further develop other essential leadership skills in the human resources profession. 

Everyone will have the opportunity to practice new leadership skills in real time and gain immediate feedback.  The atmosphere is extremely positive and supportive, and time is allowed for participants to analyze how to integrate key themes into their workplace.  

Topics to be explored in this workshop include:

• Active listening
• Accepting different voices and ideas
• Presenting and engaging as your best most authentic self
• Expressing empathy

Participants will leave with additional resources for further development. 

More about Improv @ Work, LLC & Heather L. Barnes, MA

Heather served as a Director at the John G. Shedd Aquarium and at the Museum of Science and Industry integrating improvisational techniques to communicate complex information and create innovative programs for millions of museum guests.  Currently she is the CEO of Improv @ Work, LLC and she is on faculty at Northwestern University teaching MBA students executive communication skills at the Kellogg School of Management.

In 2017 Heather founded Improv @ Work, LLC, and has led improvisational workshops at museums, universities, law firms, and human resource organizations across the nation. Currently, Heather is leading a series of improv science communication sessions with Argonne National Laboratory, University of Chicago Biological Sciences, and Northwestern University.

Heather served as the human resource committee chair on the International Association of Theme Parks and Attractions board.  She routinely implements improv workshops nationally and internationally and works with faculty, lawyers, scientists, and business executives to enhance communication and leadership skills.

Heather was a faculty member of the Second City Training Center, Chicago and has directed, produced, and performed in several sketch comedy and improvisational shows throughout the Chicago land area.  Heather has a master’s degree from the University of Chicago.

To learn more about Improv @ Work LLC and for a full list of clients visit: www.improvisationatwork.com

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Please contact illinoisfoxvalleyshrm@yahoo.com if having issues registering.