by Paul Z Jackson | Jul 21, 2026 | Blog, Creativity, Facilitation
What if AI hasn’t been teaching us that failure is the key to learning? Modern reinforcement learning shows that intelligence develops through exploration, feedback and recognising what works. This article explores why play, not failure, may be the more powerful model for both artificial and human learning.
by Paul Z Jackson | Mar 13, 2026 | Blog, Coaching, Creativity, Facilitation, Improvisation
Being AI literate means using it for clarity, planning and synthesis, while recognising its limits. It’s about understanding strengths and risks, and keeping human judgement, responsibility and decision-making central.
by Paul Z Jackson | May 3, 2025 | Blog, Creativity, Improvisation
What happens to you when you make a mistake? Do you have tendencies towards perfectionism? And, if so, what’s a life-enhancing response for dealing with it?
In our improv courses, we’ll explore how mistakes can become creative springboards – not setbacks.
by Paul Z Jackson | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog, Creativity, Improvisation
The most famous phrase in Improvisation circles is ‘Yes… And’.
It’s a phrase that reeks of positivity. It’s grammatically positive, with a resounding ‘Yes’ chasing away any ‘But’ or a ‘No’.
And yet there are limits to the value of ‘positivity’ alone..
by Paul Z Jackson | Oct 5, 2024 | Blog, Creativity, Improvisation
Suppose you are asked to describe your current experience of the world.
Which words would feature on your list?
There are many improvisational stances which will help answer this question…
by Paul Z Jackson | Oct 5, 2024 | Blog, Creativity, Improvisation
Learn how to get your session off to a great start with the Category Cruncher!
And for more unique ideas to get a roomful of delegates motivated, you can purchase a copy of my book – 58 1/2 Ways to Improvise in Training…