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Improvising Through Uncertainty: Leadership, Growth, and the Power of Saying Yes with Jordana Cole
What does improv have to do with leadership, and how can saying “yes” more often transform your life?
In this episode of Scholar Scoop, host Steve Loflin sits down with Jordana Cole, a global learning and development leader, certified coach, and proud NSCS alumna whose career has been shaped by curiosity, courage, and connection.
From her early days managing 30 interns at just 23 years old to her upcoming TEDx talk on improv and leadership, Jordana shares stories that remind us that growth comes from leaning into uncertainty.
In this episode:
- What leadership really looks like (hint: it’s an action, not a title)
- How improv can teach us resilience, collaboration, and confidence
- Why saying yes can unlock new opportunities, even when you’re scared
- The power of mentorship, creativity, and embracing the unknown
If you’ve ever wondered how to become a more authentic leader, overcome self-doubt, or bring a little more joy into serious work, this episode is for you.