Tag: leadership

S5E43: Turned Off – Walking Away From Your Inner Critic (Part 1)

From the desk of Peter Margaritis

“Your inner critic wants to protect you by holding you back.” Peter Margaritis

In today’s episode, Peter Margaritis talks about turning off the inner critic in yourself. Sometimes it’s hard to quiet that voice that makes you not want to take risks. But, it gives you advice, usually in the negative kind, that holds you in your comfort zone.

Peter gives insight into the inner critic and why the critic comes out. Sometimes it’s because of self-preservation, but most times, the critic has no basis for criticizing. As Peter puts it, the inner critic is a good companion, but you shouldn’t let them control you.

Quieting the inner critic may seem like a hurdle, but once you do, you will have a better time at work, during meetings, and going on stage.

S5E41: Scripted For Safety – Letting Go of Negativity and Dismissal (Part 1)

From the desk of Peter Margaritis

 “We learn when we make mistakes. Failure is good.” Peter Margaritis

In today’s episode, Peter Margaritis talks about scripting your mind and body and letting go of negative energy and dismissal. This is not only from others but also from yourself. As an Improv Leader, it’s easy to be in class but afraid to improvise. Sometimes it’s easier to beat ourselves up and focus on the negative energy and thoughts and term yourself as a failure.

Instead, Peter reflects on why we do not bring up the apparent ad. In so doing, you are better off storing the memory for future use and engagements. Going off script may seem unnatural, but this is where courage is most needed, and you learn, in the art of business, improvisation requires you to take time and be intentional.

S5E40: Mastering Authentic Leadership: The Art of Monotasking and Being Present (Part 2)

From the desk of Peter Margaritis

“The level of active listening and focus needed to make an informed decision is a true measure of Mono tasking success.” Peter Margaritis

In today’s episode, Peter Margaritis continues to break down what it means to master authentic leadership, the art of mono-tasking, and being present. The distractions in our daily lives facilitate us being present because we are usually present with half of our consciousness. Other times we think of a different place we should be or something else we need to think about.

He gives insights from different scenarios, like his interview in season 3 and from a Japanese leader from Japan. Improv Leadership is not just about being physically there but internalizing and making decisions from the said words.

S5E39: Mastering Authentic Leadership: The Art of Monotasking and Being Present (Part 1)

From the desk of Peter Margaritis

“Internal dialogue derails us from truly listening and understanding what the other person is trying to convey.” Peter Margaritis

In today’s episode, Peter Margaritis breaks down what it means to master authentic leadership, the art of mono-tasking, and being present. The more we do things at once, the more poorly we do multiple things. A lack of presence means one is not listening with your ears and eyes.

They drew examples from one’s life and the effects of carrying around your past. Work and personal balance of the mind and body are important. Peter gives us a glimpse of how an Improv Leader needs to be.

S5E38: Off and Running Vulnerability & Generosity at the Fuel for Selfless Leaders (part 2)

From the desk of Peter Margaritis

“Great leaders shine the light and draw the attention to others.” Peter Margaritis

Improv Leadership sometimes means learning and being vulnerable as a tool that fuels the leaders’ thoughts and actions. It leads to turning the spotlight on others. Peter has explored different methods in today’s episode on how as a leader, one can motivate others and make them shine. The light shines every day, not just during special events.

Examples include Oprah Winfrey, Simon Sinek, and great movies like Remember the Titans and Don’t Think Twice. The Improv leader’s qualities and responsibilities regarding their teams and how they treat them.