Invoking the playful spirit in training

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Performance ImprovementVolume 38, Issue 10 p. 1-8 Commentary Invoking the playful spirit in training Leslie Brunker, Leslie Brunker Leslie Brunker: , MA, is an organizational development and training consultant based in Portland, Oregon. Her company's name is Unlimited Potentials, chosen for the playful acronym U.P. (as opposed to Potentials Unlimited, which acronym sends a different kind of message!). For 17 years she has developed and implemented active training programs throughout the United States in team building, communication skills, conflict resolution, leadership development, and humor. Leslie studied the areas of interpersonal communication, behavioral science, and organizational development, receiving her bachelor's and master's degrees in these fields. She also teaches classes in communications and training methods at Marylhurst University, Portland State University, and Portland Community College. Her unique consulting, facilitating, and teaching styles incorporate a balance of theory, demonstration, skill practice, group participation, and a joyful sense of humor. Leslie has served as President of the North American Simulation & Gaming Association (NASAGA) and of the Columbia Northwest Chapter of the International Society for Performance Improvement, and Chair for the Oregon Organizational Development Network. Her work has been published in local, national, and international journals, training guides, and professional association newsletters. Swimming continues to be an activity Leslie enjoys. She may be reached at (503) 233-3859 or litenup@ipinc.net.Search for more papers by this author Leslie Brunker, Leslie Brunker Leslie Brunker: , MA, is an organizational development and training consultant based in Portland, Oregon. Her company's name is Unlimited Potentials, chosen for the playful acronym U.P. (as opposed to Potentials Unlimited, which acronym sends a different kind of message!). For 17 years she has developed and implemented active training programs throughout the United States in team building, communication skills, conflict resolution, leadership development, and humor. Leslie studied the areas of interpersonal communication, behavioral science, and organizational development, receiving her bachelor's and master's degrees in these fields. She also teaches classes in communications and training methods at Marylhurst University, Portland State University, and Portland Community College. Her unique consulting, facilitating, and teaching styles incorporate a balance of theory, demonstration, skill practice, group participation, and a joyful sense of humor. Leslie has served as President of the North American Simulation & Gaming Association (NASAGA) and of the Columbia Northwest Chapter of the International Society for Performance Improvement, and Chair for the Oregon Organizational Development Network. Her work has been published in local, national, and international journals, training guides, and professional association newsletters. Swimming continues to be an activity Leslie enjoys. She may be reached at (503) 233-3859 or litenup@ipinc.net.Search for more papers by this author First published: 07 February 2007 https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.4140381002 AboutPDF ToolsRequest permissionExport citationAdd to favoritesTrack citation ShareShare Give accessShare full text accessShare full-text accessPlease review our Terms and Conditions of Use and check box below to share full-text version of article.I have read and accept the Wiley Online Library Terms and Conditions of UseShareable LinkUse the link below to share a full-text version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Learn more.Copy URL Share a linkShare onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditWechat No abstract is available for this article. Volume38, Issue10November/December 1999Pages 1-8 RelatedInformation