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036 – The way to a rioter’s heart
This week’s podcast explains how to prevent a riot by using brains rather than brawn, and that even the smallest changes can yield the largest results.
Read More035 – Spotify bugs bite back
This week’s podcast shows us how not all bugs in the system are necessarily bad, and why change is made easier with a little familiarity.
Read More034 – When baggage really flies
This week’s podcast shows how Southwest Airlines stuck to their purpose which helped the airline add over $1 billion to their bottom line. Find out how.
Read More033 – Nixon on the poverty line
How do stories change minds and influence people? This podcast gives a compelling example of how the right stories can shift strongly held views.
Read MoreLearn how to use storytelling to change company culture
Anecdote will be in Silicon Valley this December to deliver two storytelling programs, Storytelling for Sales and Story-powered Culture Change. Learn more.
Read More032 – Dyson innovation really sucks
The story of how James Dyson designed and produced the first bagless vacuum cleaner is one of perseverance and iteration. Find out more in this podcast.
Read MoreStory-powered Retail Conversations for Luxury Brands
For luxury brands, where a major goal is to conjure a dream and create meaningful experiences, storytelling is an essential technique. Here’s how to do it.
Read More031 – Charles Masefield on humility and productivity
Filed in Business storytelling, Employee Engagement, Podcast
In this podcast Sir Charles Masefield describes the series of events by which, under his leadership, BAE Systems’ worst performing factory became their best.
Read MoreChanging people’s minds – how to turn ‘no’ into ‘yes’
Changing people’s minds can be tough, especially when they have strongly entrenched views. It turns out that story is a powerful weapon and here’s why.
Read MoreHow to build fast rapport with a connection story
As a leader, people want to know what you stand for, but how do you get that across quickly? Simple: share a story that illustrates your character.
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