# Stop Playing It Safe: The Explorer’s Mindset for Innovation and Creativity with Jeff Rogers

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Podcast: [The Professional Experts Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-professional-experts-podcast-6299314)
Published: 2026-04-08T08:00:00+00:00
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What if the key to innovation and stronger teams isn’t more structure—but more creativity? In this episode, Jeff Rogers shares how his background in improv comedy and work with Second City shaped his approach to leadership, storytelling, and corporate transformation. From building trust within teams to shifting mindsets from risk-avoidance to exploration, Jeff breaks down how organizations can unlock creativity and take meaningful action. You’ll also hear powerful insights on why people fear judgment—not public speaking, how small perspective shifts can change outcomes, and why embracing an “explorer’s mindset” is essential in today’s fast-changing world. About the Guest: Jeff Rogers is an award-winning keynote speaker, professional emcee, and creativity expert with over 25 years of experience engaging corporate audiences. Known for his high-energy, interactive style, he blends improvisation, storytelling, and innovation to help organizations think differently, collaborate effectively, and take meaningful action. Jeff began his career as an award-winning stand-up comedian before being discovered by Amy Sedaris and encouraged to train at Second City. He went on to perform alongside renowned comedians such as Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, and Amy Poehler, honing the improvisational techniques that now define his work with business leaders. Today, Jeff is a nationally recognized speaker and storytelling champion, delivering keynotes, workshops, and hosted events that drive innovation, strengthen culture, and inspire teams to move from uncertainty to unstoppable momentum. He is also an international best-selling author and creator of the PLAYMaker Mindset, a framework that combines creativity, collaboration, and the science of play to unlock breakthrough thinkin…

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