In this episode of Managed Chaos, Rachel Anderson sits down with Mary Lemmer to explore how improv skills can make you a better leader, speaker, and decision-maker. Whether you’re pitching investors, leading a team, or handling unexpected challenges, the ability to think on your feet is a game-changer.💡 In this episode, we cover:✅ How improv builds confidence and adaptability✅ Practical exercises to sharpen your communication skills✅ Why embracing uncertainty makes you a stronger leaderIf you’ve ever struggled with public speaking, handling tough conversations, or making quick decisions, this episode is for you! 🎙️🚀🎧 Watch now & don’t forget to subscribe for more!#ManagedChaosPodcast #ImprovForBusiness #LeadershipSkills #PublicSpeaking #ThinkOnYourFeet #BusinessGrowthMary Lemmer is a globally recognized speaker, author, and entrepreneur who helps leaders and teams thrive in uncertainty using her innovative approach that blends improv comedy, research-backed techniques, and decades of experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and executive. A TED speaker and Second City-trained improviser, Mary has worked with Fortune 100 companies, fast-growing startups, and top universities to enhance communication, collaboration, and creativity in leaders and teams. Her TED Talk, "How Improv Can Improve Your Leadership & Life," has inspired audiences worldwide with practical tools for creatively navigating change and managing complexity. With humor and heart, Mary equips leaders to handle anything that comes their way.Learn more about Mary:https://www.chooseimprove.com/https://www.chooseimprove.com/how-to-handle-anythinghttps://lifeimprovised.substack.com/

Resilience is not just getting back up after you’ve been knocked down or how you recover from setbacks. While that is part of it, the bigger piece is how you adapt and thrive amidst disruption and chaos. But over the last decade, "resilience" has been thrown around so much that it has almost lost its meaning.

Today, we'll share our predictions for the key business trends in 2025. Will we be right? Will we be wrong? Tell us in the comments whether you're watching or listening.

The hosts shift gears to review the business trends that shaped the second half of 2024. From technological innovations to workplace culture shifts, they reflect on their predictions and evaluate how they held up. Did their forecasts hit the mark, or were they off base? Tune in for a lively discussion and share your thoughts on the trends that made waves this year!

In this episode of Managed Chaos, Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson tackle a tough but relatable leadership dilemma: knowing when to let someone go. Using a real-life case study, they discuss clear communication, accountability, and maintaining trust when managing contractors or employees. Gain valuable insights into handling difficult conversations, preserving professionalism, and fostering growth for everyone involved. Tune in to learn strategies that balance empathy and business needs in moments of leadership challenge.

In this episode of Managed Chaos, Katrina Purcell sits down with risk strategist and entrepreneur Rosalie Ennes to explore the multifaceted world of risk in startups. Discover how to embrace calculated risks, identify potential threats, and build a culture that empowers your team to take chances. From mindset strategies to efficient resource allocation, Rosalie shares practical insights and real-world examples. Whether you're a risk-taker or risk-averse, this episode is packed with actionable advice to guide you through the challenges of scaling your venture.

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As a startup or small business leader we know what it feels like to constantly be riding the roller coaster of chaos. It's hard to manage what's happening right now, let alone plan a way to get ahead of things.

Welcome to the Managed Chaos podcast, where hosts Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes you to get to work. You can find Katrina and Rachel on your favorite podcasting apps, Instagram, and YouTube, where we are @managedchaospodcast.

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We thought some of you would like to hear this today, so we did a Special Episode! Leadership is tested during significant events, uncertainty, or crises—a natural disaster, political upheaval, or sudden industry shift. More than ever, how leaders guide their teams during these moments can define the future of their organizations.

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Do you want to get specific? Today we're tackling real life problems we've heard and giving you a free consultation for solutions. Send us your scaling business questions and we'll give you our answers.

Welcome to the Managed Chaos podcast, where hosts Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson give you the startup business rundown in less time than it takes you to get to work. You can find Katrina and Rachel on your favorite podcasting apps, Instagram, and YouTube, where we are @managedchaospodcast.

You can find Katrina Purcell and Rachel Anderson on LinkedIn for additional resources or to continue the conversation.

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