Better Communication,

Stronger Connection.

▲Thought Diversity, Innovation and Growth.

Shift to Play helps teams reach their goals faster, smarter, with clarity and a lot more fun. 

Presence

Spending time in the present moment, actually experiencing it. 

Laughter

When was the last time you had a good belly laugh at work?

Agility

The definition of agility isn’t only to move quickly and easily but also to think and understand quickly.

Yes And

Number 1 rule in Improv is ‘Yes And. Say yes and offer something that builds upon that idea.

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Thought Diversity is a Catalyst to:

More Engaged Teams, Increased Productivity, Improved Well-Being

Thought diversity, which refers to a range of perspectives, ideas, and cognitive approaches within a team or organization, offers several benefits that can positively impact decision-making, innovation, and problem-solving. Here are some key benefits of thought diversity:

Thought diversity brings together individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and thought processes. This diversity of perspectives can stimulate creative thinking, generate a wider range of ideas, and foster innovative solutions to challenges or problems.

When teams incorporate thought diversity, they are exposed to a broader set of viewpoints and insights. This enables more comprehensive analysis of options, reduces bias, and enhances the quality of decision-making by considering a wider range of possibilities and potential outcomes.

Thought diversity helps teams adapt to changing circumstances and respond effectively to evolving market conditions. Diverse perspectives enable a more comprehensive understanding of complex issues, facilitating agility in identifying and implementing timely solutions.

Different perspectives can shed light on different aspects of a problem and provide alternative approaches to finding solutions. Thought diversity encourages critical thinking, enables robust analysis, and reduces the risk of groupthink, leading to more effective problem-solving.

Diverse teams are better equipped to understand and cater to the needs and preferences of diverse customer segments. Different perspectives contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of customer requirements, resulting in better market insights, product development, and customer satisfaction.

Thought diversity challenges conventional thinking, encourages healthy debate, and fosters a culture of continuous learning. It promotes intellectual stimulation, enriches discussions, and encourages team members to question assumptions, leading to higher performance and growth.

Thought diversity promotes empathy and understanding among team members, facilitating the inclusion of diverse perspectives and experiences. This creates a more inclusive and equitable work environment that values diverse contributions, leading to increased employee engagement and retention.

Cognitive biases can hinder decision-making and problem-solving. Thought diversity helps counteract these biases by exposing individuals to alternative viewpoints, questioning assumptions, and facilitating more balanced and objective decision-making processes.

In the face of challenges or disruptions, thought diversity allows organizations to draw on a wider range of knowledge, skills, and perspectives. This resilience enables them to adapt, innovate, and navigate uncertain environments more effectively.

Embracing thought diversity can provide organizations with a competitive edge. By leveraging diverse perspectives and harnessing the benefits mentioned above, companies can foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and adaptability, positioning themselves for success in dynamic and evolving markets.

Let’s Shift Things Up

Problems We are Solving

Communication

When communication channels are ineffective, inconsistent, or lacking, employees may feel uninformed, disconnected, or left out of important discussions and decision-making processes.

Creativity

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Collaboration

If teams lack trust, cooperation, or a sense of shared purpose, it can lead to internal conflicts, limited knowledge sharing, and difficulties in working together effectively.

Inclusion

If there is a lack of diversity and inclusion within the team, individuals may feel excluded, marginalized, or that their perspectives and experiences are not valued. This can negatively impact teamwork and employee satisfaction.

Recognition

Employees may feel undervalued or unappreciated if their contributions and achievements go unnoticed or unacknowledged. A lack of recognition can impact morale and motivation within the team.

Productivity/Results

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3 Steps to Play

Here's How to Get Started

Let's Chat

Receive a Custom Team Workshop

Experience The Shift To Play

Presence

Spending time in the present moment, actually experiencing it.​

Laughter/Humor

When was the last time you had a good belly laugh at work?

Agility

The definition of agility isn’t only to move quickly and easily but also to think and understand quickly.

Yes And

Number 1 rule in Improv is ‘Yes And. Say yes and offer something that builds upon that idea.

Our Playbook

The PLAY Framework

Our P.L.A.Y Framework was born out of 20+ years of improv comedy, 40+ combined years of corporate executive experience, lessons in leadership, the power of coaching, and the desire to build better workplaces where people feel valued, a sense of belonging and can reach their full potential. 

It is designed to bring more joy, engagement, and productivity to teams.

Freebie

Four Games to Play with your Team Right Now

4 ways to level up engagement in team meetings:

Get playing now: here’s four fun and engaging games to help shift the tone of your next meeting to get the creative and collaborative juices flowing.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Shift to Play

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“Corean and Yushau are talented and thoughtful organizational culture experts

who taught us the importance of awareness, connection, engagement, and inclusion using improv techniques under a framework they call P.L.A.Y - P (Presence), L (Laughter), A (Agility), Y(Yes and)."
Lucas Scotts
Atlanta
"They made everyone feel comfortable enough to leave their “work personas” at the door, and let their guards down, and just be.
Wally Winston
Atlanta
"My teammates and I learned SO much about each other during their 2-hour session, and, best of all, we got to P.L.A.Y, laugh, and have fun at work 😄
Lina Lawson
Atlanta
"If your team is feeling disconnected in this new hybrid/remote environment I would highly recommend partnering with Corean Canty and Yushau Sodiq to curate a custom P.L.A.Y session for your team.
Richard Martin
Atlanta

The Players

Meet Your Workshop Leaders

Corean

BUSINESS COACH

Corean is the “calm in the chaos” culture catalyst your organization needs. During her 20+ year corporate career, she took a non-traditional path to becoming a Chief Operating Officer by focusing on improving the lives of her clients and teams

Yoshee

COACH, COMEDIAN, TRAINER

Yoshee is a nationally touring comedian, marketing executive and executive producer. At an early age, Yoshee found his passion for all things digital and technology, building his first website in 1997, after Al Gore discovered the internet.