{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"039 - Say \u201cYes, And!\u201d to Keeping It Human with Kathy Klotz Guest","description":"In this episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with fellow improviser and change-maker Kathy Klotz-Guest. Kathy\u2019s career path is anything but boring. She went from being a rare female leader in Silicon Valley tech to blending her love of improv and comedy into transformational work with corporate teams. We talk about her journey, the power of \u201cyes, and\u201d in leading change, why vulnerability and honesty matter more than ever in the age of AI, and how embracing fun isn\u2019t just good for morale - it\u2019s good for business. If you're a leader navigating uncertainty, this conversation is a must-listen. Key Takeaways: How Kathy\u2019s improv and stand-up background made her a better tech leader What it was like being one of the few women in Silicon Valley, and how she navigated the challenges Why corporate advice like \u201cdon\u2019t be funny\u201d hurts more than helps How to bring humanity back into leadership, especially during times of change The disconnect between how leaders think their teams feel about change - and how they actually feel Why \u201ctalking to your team\u201d is the most obvious yet underused leadership tool Kathy\u2019s favorite improv game for building communication and adaptability in teams Relevant Links: Kathy\u2019s Website: KeepingItHuman.com Kathy on LinkedIn: linkedin.com\/in\/kathyklotzguest Kathy\u2019s book: Stop Boring Me! ","author_name":"Yes, And! With Avish Parashar","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/546427","html":"