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Competition II: the Sequel

   I still waste too much time and brainpower thinking about those who I assume are doing better than I am. Don’t get me wrong, I know that I am blessed in many, many ways. That being said I can’t … Continue reading

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Brutal Honesty

I reside in a world (entertainment) where brutal honesty is not only a fact of life, but expected. Troupe leaders, directors, casting people, reviewers, and audience members (amongst others) feel it is their duty to be brutally honest for the … Continue reading

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Disrespect

  Those of us who attempt to impart education on students of all ages will always be faced with occasional bouts of “disrespect.” When I was a young boy, I spent my fair share of time sitting outside of various … Continue reading

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Competition

When I started in improvisational theatre in 2001 there was only one troupe (that I was aware of) in Charlotte, NC and I was a member of it. As of this communication there are (that I am aware of) at … Continue reading

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Defriending

Not a single one of us have the same quantity and make-up of friends for the entirety of our lives. Not a single one of us stay close to each of our family and extended family from our birth to … Continue reading

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Don’t Worry, Be Happier…

Happiness. It is as undefinable a word as love in my humble opinion. Happiness. It is the ultimate goal to which many of us strive. Happiness. Is it a fleeting/momentary feeling in your life or a constant ? Happiness (at … Continue reading

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Critics and Criticism: The Best Thing That Can Happen to Us

We are always smarter than those who lead us. That fact may or may not be true, but if it is not, it does not make it reality. When any of us take a leadership role and/or put ourselves “out … Continue reading

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Opportunity Costs: Not Just for Economists Anymore

We live in an instant gratification time in history and within our society. “Lose 10 pounds in a week !” “Fantastic Business Opportunity ! Earn $100,000 a year or more immediately !” “Find the love of your life tomorrow !” … Continue reading

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FEAR OF ARTISTIC COMMITMENT ?

I have been am improv performer since 2001 and an improv troupe leader since 2004. And in all that time my commitment (to the art form, to someone else’s troupe and to running my own troupe) has never waivered. Of … Continue reading

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The Business of Creativity

  For the three years that I have been an entrepreneur I have been pondering the perfect strategy in which to educate businesspersons that creativity can benefit them and their organizations immensely. Seems like a no brainer, doesn’t it ?  … Continue reading

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