Episode 49 Leading with Courage

Rich Baker is a performer and teacher with The Second City. He has also toured with Comedy Sports Chicago, Mission Improvable, and Rollin’ in Riches. He is an author who has dedicated his career to teaching improv, stand up and sketch skills, and along the way, he has inspired his students to be courageous in their lives. With the pandemic hitting performers both emotionally and financially, he was able to persevere, get creative and “dare to fail”. Rich created his own online Improv coaching program providing classes and workshops for performers and students all over the world.

• How the improv lesson of “daring to fail’ can help encourage a practice of bravery when making life decisions
• How leaning into your strengths can lead to overall happiness
• How “starting with the smallest possible thing” can get you on the path to success