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Narrative is the oldest and most compelling method of holding someone’s attention; everybody wants to be told the story. Always look for ways to convey …

Activists know that a personal story has the best chance of influencing a decision. So when they canvas support, they often ask for personal stories …

Let’s catch up over coffee Last October, I received a call from Shawn Callahan, to see if we could catch up over coffee when he …

Stories are powerful – we all know that. So powerful that, sometimes, a single example can overwhelm a wheelbarrow full of facts.   Business storytelling …

Imagine you’re in an audience with 100 colleagues. You’re waiting to hear from your leader. It’s the monthly briefing. He takes the stage. A quiet rolls …

Every large change program invariably starts with enthusiasm, good intentions and an energy spike, even if there are naysayers. But as time wears on, it’s easy …

Develop your own search image for stories Once you’ve developed the ability to spot stories, the next habit is to actively notice them. Early in …

The problem with a negative story Being negative is an easy trap to fall into. When trying to prove a point or change someone’s mind, …

There are many reasons why stories are not used in business settings. One of the reasons is that every story we tell reveals something about …

The most effective use of business storytelling is when you can tell a story to make a point off the cuff, no preparation. This can …