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The world is rapidly evolving, and we are expected to do more with less. At this rate how does one ever keep up without going insane? The answer is PLAY! Purposeful play allows you to put the human element back into your work with will bring out more meaning, creativity, connection with other, and joy. When you feel safe and connected the world transforms to a playground of possibilities that gives birth to innovative ideas. 

 

In this highly interactive workshop Gary will facilitate games that you can put into practice immediately to enhance the soft skills among your team.

 

In this session you will learn:

  • Why play is just as important as breathing
  • How to facilitate applied improvisation activities effectively in the workplace  
  • Important tenets used in improvisation that when applied in everyday life will have dramatic results in creativity, communication, and collaboration
  • Why failure is just feedback and how to use mistakes as gifts
 
Date(s) & Time(s): 
Thursday, October 3, 2019 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Presenter: 
Gary Ware
Founder
Breakthrough Play
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Gary Ware, the Founder of Breakthrough Play is a corporate facilitator, keynote speaker, certified coach, and self-proclaimed Creative Catalyst. Gary has over 14 years of experience in the corporate word holding various leadership positions. Being a multifaceted individual Gary also comes with nearly a decade of experience as a performer in improv theatre. After experiencing burnout in his pursuit for success and happiness, he realized that what was missing was play. Committing to a life of play is what led Gary to discover his passion for facilitating. Gary uses the power of applied improvisation and other playful methods to assist people in unlocking creativity, confidence, and better communication. Gary was recently featured as one of the Top 100 HR influencers of 2020 by the Engagedly HR software platform. When Gary isn't leading workshops or speaking, you can find him learning magic or off an adventure with his wife Courtney and son Garrett.

SESSIONS:
Location: 
Hickory / Hawthorne
Credit Type: 
•SHRM PDCs
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
Business Acumen
Communication
Critical Evaluation
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Leadership & Strategy

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