Dawid is all about getting things done and making stuff click. He started out in his career as a passionate software engineer, always on the hunt for the optimal solutions. As time went on, he switched gears from coding to team leadership, helping folks grow along the way. In 2023, Dawid enhanced his expertise by graduating from an MBA course, where he defended a dissertation focused on the behavioural aspects of decision-making in tech leaders.

Dawid’s had quite the journey, trying on different hats at various companies. He even held the gig of Senior Engineering Manager and Site Lead at Glovo’s Warsaw Tech Hub. Nowadays, he’s an Engineering Manager at Flo, a health app that’s all about boosting women’s well-being globally.

Dawid’s also a consultant and mentor, dishing out wisdom to both companies and individuals, helping them level up in the tech arena. He’s all about turning plans into action and propelling others towards their aspirations.

Workshop—Improv Your Team: Boosting Efficiency with Creative Collaboration

Unlock the secret to enhanced team creativity and efficiency with a unique twist—using improv comedy techniques. This workshop harnesses the spontaneity and quick thinking of improv to tackle common workplace challenges, fostering better communication, decision-making, and adaptability through interactive play.

Led by Dawid, an experienced engineering manager and improv actor, this engaging workshop brings the principles of improv comedy into the professional realm to boost team dynamics and operational efficiency. Participants will engage in a series of games and exercises derived from the improv stage, designed to
enhance problem-solving and team cohesion.

Here’s what the session will cover:

Improv and Leadership Alchemy: Explore the basics of improvisational comedy and its impact on leadership skills, introducing the history and essential techniques of improv that enhance leadership effectiveness.

Eloquent Banter and Active Listening: Enhance communication skills with improv exercises focused on eloquent dialogue and sharp listening, fostering openness and stronger team connections.

Mastering Adaptability with Improv: Learn rapid adaptation strategies through improv to handle unexpected changes and maintain decisiveness, reflecting the spontaneity of live performances.

Engineering the Eureka Effect: Activate creative thinking and innovative problem-solving within your team through targeted improv activities designed to spark new ideas.

Harmonic Team Dynamics: Strengthen trust and collaboration using improv games that promote teamwork and support, setting the stage for a cooperative work environment.

Failing Forward with Improv: Adopt the improv mindset of "yes, and..." to transform failures into learning opportunities, focusing on growth and resilience in challenging situations.

Who Should Attend?
Ideal for team leaders, project managers, scrum masters and members of tech and non-tech teams alike, this workshop is perfect for those looking to inject a creative boost into their team’s workflow and enhance overall workplace efficiency.

Facilitator:
Dawid, blending his real-world tech leadership experience with dynamic improv acting skills, offers a unique and impactful approach to professional development. His workshops are known for their energetic delivery and practical application, ensuring participants not only learn but are also inspired to apply these techniques.

Outcome:
Participants will leave equipped with practical improv-based tools to enhance their team’s productivity and communication. They will gain fresh insights into handling workplace challenges with creativity and efficiency, empowering them to lead and participate in more effective and harmonious teams.