Storytelling

Storytelling Straight Talk: Humility Kills Conviction

Leaders write and speak with conviction. Bold writing is not arrogant. Readers and audiences know that your words are a…

3 years ago

Phil Woods: Is Your Work Beneath You?

I was frustrated the other day, thinking about how I need a better computer. Some of my software is out…

3 years ago

Sexual Harassment – Rewriting the Story

Is sexual harassment a problem, or a symptom of a larger, deeper issue? The answer depends on the stories we…

3 years ago

Be an Effective Storyteller. Try Story <i>Listening</i>

Storytelling is a powerful tool, but no one ever talks about story listening. Have you ever been with a friend,…

3 years ago

Superhero Stories

When I was young, I collected superhero stories and comic books. I was fascinated by the exploits of the same…

3 years ago

Selling the Story: Storytelling for Skeptics

“Storytelling…? I don’t know.” A troubled look flashed across Sally’s face. “You'll have a hard time selling me on your…

3 years ago

Story Themes: The Unlikely Teacher

The unlikely teacher is one of my favorite story themes,  partially because I’ve been fortunate to have had wonderful, unlikely…

4 years ago

Are Your Messages Missing the Mark?

Are your messages missing the mark? Are your stories clear and accurate or are your meanings lost in translation? The…

4 years ago

Stuck in the Wrong Story? Need a Bigger Bucket?

Getting stuck in the wrong story can feel productive, but it traps us in conflict and prevents us from reaching…

4 years ago

Problem-Solving & Storytelling: Understand <i>Their</i> Story

Use storytelling for problem-solving. Think about the various stories involved in a conflict and plot a course for resolution. Seen…

4 years ago

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