Explore the intersection of improv comedy and social engineering in this 51-minute conference talk from BSidesPhilly 2017. Discover how improv techniques can enhance social engineering skills, covering topics such as building rapport, active listening, and nonverbal communication. Learn about the concept of "finding the game" and the role of "The Herald" in both improv and social engineering scenarios. Gain insights into developing empathy, improving present-moment awareness, and leveraging improv resources to become a more effective social engineer. Conclude with a Q&A session to deepen your understanding of this unique approach to security.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
Why this talk
Improv 101
Building rapport
Active listening
Finding the game
The Herald
Empathy
Nonverbal
Present
Improv
Resources
Questions