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Ways of Improving Work and Life - Different Kind of Talk

Devoxx via YouTube

Overview

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Explore innovative ways to enhance work and life through improvisation techniques in this interactive 43-minute conference talk. Discover how to boost team creativity, foster positive attitudes in meetings, and embrace the "Yes and" mindset. Learn about Walt Disney's concept of "plussing" and engage in games, fun activities, and brainstorming sessions. Gain insights from Pixar and Disney animations' president Ed Catmull's book "Creativity, Inc." and apply improv principles to distributed system architecture, operational excellence, and best practices. Delve into topics such as agility, teamwork, and vision while exploring how these concepts apply both professionally and personally.

Syllabus

Intro
MACGYVER
Freeze!
Shout the wrong name!
#2 Let yourself fail
Listening is the willingness to change
Say yes
Say and
Give a gift!
Play the game
Relax and have fun

Taught by

Devoxx

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