Archive for 2019

044 – Navigating like clockwork

Posted by  Anecdote International —July 30, 2019
Filed in Anecdotes, Business storytelling, Podcast

Imagine having the answer everyone is looking for, but no one is listening to you. This week’s episode talks about the importance of keeping an open mind.

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Introducing Paul Ichilcik, Anecdote’s newest team member!

Posted by  Paul Ichilcik —July 26, 2019
Filed in News

Meet the latest member of the Anecdote team, Paul Ichilcik, who has worked with some of the biggest companies in the world including Amazon and Microsoft.

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A strategy story does more than communicate your strategy

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —June 28, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Insight, Strategy

Sometimes the best way to get everyone on the same page is with a good story. Join Shawn as he explores why a good strategy story is essential for business.

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043 – Show amazing grace to your audience

Posted by  Anecdote International —June 20, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Podcast

What do you do when the biggest night of your professional career doesn’t go as planned? Well, if you’re lucky, President Obama is in the room to help.

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042 – Seasoned speed skaters savvy strategy

Posted by  Anecdote International —May 23, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Podcast

Not every accident comes out of the blue. This episode talks about how the correct planning can allow you to take advantage when misfortune strikes.

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041 – Icing breakers and presentation matters

Posted by  Anecdote International —May 13, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Podcast

Can you have your cake and eat it? This episode of the podcast tells a story illustrating how important presentation can be, along with first impressions.

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United Breaks Guitars and Business Storytelling

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 29, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Fun

Do you remember Dave Carroll’s 2009 YouTube sensation, United Breaks Guitars? Well, Dave got in touch with us about business storytelling, details here.

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The best sellers use story-triggering

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 4, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Selling

When selling, think about the stories you are triggering for your prospects. Create situations that are remarkable, just like this car salesperson did.

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Why you should avoid having text on your slides when you are talking

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —March 29, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Communication

Find out the biggest mistake presenters make when using PowerPoint slides. You might be putting your efforts into the wrong thing.

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Five lessons on how to be a great presenter

Posted by  Mark Schenk —March 28, 2019
Filed in Business storytelling, Communication, Events

Here are five things we can learn from author Patrick Lencioni that can help make our presentations more memorable, engaging and impactful.

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