Start Strong

To surf you must paddle quickly at the outset, in order to catch a wave. If you do not paddle fast enough you will be passed by the wave and wind up not surfing. likewise, In an improv scene you want to come out of the gate with strong ideas, whether it be your character, location, or situation. The stronger your ideas, the more your partner will have to work with. The more you have to work with the better your scene is likely to be.