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Storytelling sales techniques: no story, no sale

Posted by  Tom Graves —February 17, 2017
Filed in Anecdotes, Selling

This post contrasts the price driven approach of souvenir-vendors vs storytelling sales techniques applied by a charity shop. The lesson? No story, no sale.

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How to practice storytelling while getting real work done

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —November 17, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling

You only get better by telling stories and getting feedback, ideally where it matters – in the workplace. Find tips on how to practice storytelling here.

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Great presenter or great communicator – it’s your choice

Posted by  Mark Schenk —October 6, 2016
Filed in Communication

To be an impressive presenter you can spend hours crafting slides and get your delivery word-perfect. But, to have impact you must be a great communicator.

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Set ground rules for workshops or presentations like a master

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —August 30, 2016
Filed in Anecdotes, Business storytelling

Learn how Billy Crystal sets the rules with his audiences – no phones and no recording. Try it when you next set ground rules for workshops / presentations.

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When it comes to communicating strategy, leaders are the channel

Posted by  Mark Schenk —August 5, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, Leadership Posts, Strategy

The internal communications team is often given the task of communicating strategy throughout an organisation. Find out why leaders should be the channel.

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The state of storytelling in 2016 – insights from the ATD2016 conference

Posted by  Mark Schenk —June 16, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, News

Storytelling has become ubiquitous. But, as this post explains, there are many different takes on it and some have little to do with actual storytelling.

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Practice storytelling like a Grizzly

Posted by  Mark Schenk —June 1, 2016
Filed in Events, News

Storytelling is a powerful business tool and it’s available to everyone. All you need is a little knowledge, a few new habits and lots of practice.

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Keeping oral stories oral for better strategy

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 29, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, Strategy

When you develop a strategy story, moving from oral stories to written stories can have a negative impact on their effectiveness. Find out why here:

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Tyrion’s Persuasive language in this Game of Thrones Passage Puts Ted Talks to Shame

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —March 4, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, Communication

Even if you’re not a Game of Thrones fan, Tyrion’s sales pitch to Daenerys is sheer genius and a case study in persuasive language. Learn why in this post.

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Putting Stories to Work – Mastering Business Storytelling – Introduction

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —January 12, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, News

Here is a practical guide for leaders to developing and maintaining your business storytelling skills from the foundations to mastery. Find out more here:

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