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There are many great stories out there that can be used to make business points. But avoid these overused stories, as they can reduce your credibility.

The power of stories helped lead the Richmond Football Club from a horror AFL season in 2016, to a premiership in 2017. Find out why stories worked here:

Confirmation bias affects us all. Hidden assumptions can cost dearly when it comes to tackling complex issues in business and society. Learn more here:

Like the bulk of an iceberg hidden below the water, the stories shaping your culture may not be fully visible. What stories are shaping your organisation?

Happy 13th birthday to everyone who has been part of the Anecdote journey. It’s been an amazing ride and we’ve learned so much along the way.

People often make one of two mistakes when they tell stories. The sweet spot of effective storytelling lies between these 2 errors, here’s how to find it.

Anecdote had a booth at the ATD Conference 2017. We found simple messaging – that stories are powerful – was key in attracting people. Watch our video here.

Do you think stories in business situations are a waste of time? If so, this post will highlight how you can more effectively communicate ideas at work.

Shawn Callahan’s book, Putting Stories to Work, has been awarded a joint Gold Medal at the Axiom Business Book Awards. Learn about his writing journey here.

In 2011 we launched TheStoryTest.com to help people develop their ability to spot stories. Now armed with 6 years of data, we present the insights here.