I'm a top auto industry analyst. Improv taught me to scare myself in public.

Erin Keating, an executive analyst for Cox Automotive, took five seasons of improv classes to overcome her fear of public speaking. Keating, who works with data to explain market dynamics in the auto industry, felt nervous and sweaty during her first big presentation. She joined the classes in 2018 to improve her conversational skills and learn how to listen better.

Improv taught her valuable lessons such as paying attention to others, building upon their ideas, and recognizing awkward moments. These skills have helped Keating in her work and personal life. She believes that human skills are becoming increasingly important in the age of AI and suggests that people should step out of their comfort zones by taking classes or giving speeches to improve their interpersonal skills.