Megan McCaleb: Leadership & Laughter | Ever Onward - Ep. 29

Ever Onward Podcast

What if you could turn laughter into a powerful tool for leadership and personal growth? Our guest, Megan McCaleb, an award-winning author and CEO of Improv Team Culture, reveals her fascinating journey from a corporate job at Washington Mutual Bank to becoming a comedy performer, and how she now uses improv to transform corporate training. Megan shares her recent experience at Power Engineers, where the enthusiastic participation left her inspired, and her love for Jeep Wranglers and Boise roots adds a personal touch to her story. Tune in to hear her inspiring transition into the world of comedy and improv, sparked by her brother's troupe.
Megan opens up about the therapeutic power of comedy, revealing how humor and improv were instrumental in her healing process. She discusses how therapies like EMDR and ART have contributed to her personal growth, and how these tools can be applied in high-stress professional environments like law, healthcare, and emergency response. Discover how corporate improv training can foster better self-awareness, communication, and leadership, creating a more positive and cohesive team dynamic.
We also tackle the dynamics of gender in various industries and the unique challenges women face. From the male-dominated world of banking to the emotionally demanding healthcare sector, Megan shares her insights on bringing one's whole self to work. She speaks candidly about the vulnerable yet rewarding experience of performing stand-up comedy as a woman, using humor to connect on sensitive subjects. Finally, Megan highlights the transformative power of kindness and human connection, emphasizing the impact of fostering teamwork and creativity through improv. Don't miss this heartwarming episode that promises to leave you with valuable lessons on leadership, empathy, and the importance of spreading positivity.
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1. Megan McCaleb (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Therapy and Improv for Healing (00:07:10)

3. Leadership Coaching and Vulnerability in Business (00:13:02)

4. Women in Leadership and Comedy (00:21:12)

5. Connection and Kindness in the World (00:31:41)

6. Lessons on Kindness and Impact (00:42:02)