N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2020

Show me a great leader and I’ll show you a talented storyteller. Leadership and storytelling go hand-in-hand. In fact, leaders who lack the ability to leverage the power and influence of storytelling are missing the very essence of what accounts for compelling leadership begins with the story.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 18, 2023

By fostering open dialogue and valuing different perspectives , you’re not just encouraging innovation, but you’re also actively adapting to change. Embrace the varied cultural practices that enrich the season; similarly, leverage the diverse viewpoints within your organization. Is it a story of redemption and overcoming our worst nature ?

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Storytelling as a Tool : Share success stories within the organization that highlight the impact of collective efforts. Introduce metrics that reflect customer satisfaction, employee engagement, innovation, and contribution to community initiatives. This creates a sense of belonging and purpose in the workforce.

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Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The home improvement store chain Lowe’s was named #1 among Fast Company’s 2018 Most Innovative Companies, for augmented and virtual reality, as well as #1 for innovation among specialty retailers on Fortune’s 2018 World’s Most Admired Companies.

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Mills Scofield

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

BIF9 is almost here - I''m so so honored to be a storyteller (and still kind of amazed!). BIF9 Culture Innovation Leadership Networking Storytelling community' Thank you Maureen Tuthill for such an eloquent write up !

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Why : Purpose and meaning - Humans are a storytelling species, and we value being a part of a meaningful story. He is published widely in academic management journals and magazines, and has published three previous books on design thinking and innovation, coworking, and activity based working (ABW). Does the company story resonate?

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 30, 2024

In her highly personal storytelling style, Charlestein shares her experience as an emerging leader and ultimately CEO, who has worked to earn her colleagues’ respect. Premier Dental is a global provider of innovative dental products used by dentists in 75 countries.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 9, 2023

In her highly personal storytelling style, Charlestein shares her experience as an emerging leader and ultimately CEO, who has worked to earn her colleagues’ respect. Premier Dental is a global provider of innovative dental products used by dentists in 75 countries.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 19, 2023

Storytelling habits The research suggests that people tend to repeat around 10 stories. A crucial role Storytelling is a fundamental human process and a common experience that is associated with aging. Their ultimate goal was to provide a fresh and positive perspective on stories that may otherwise be seen as concerning.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In Supercommunicators , Charles Duhigg blends deep research and his trademark storytelling skills to show how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation. She climbed the corporate ladder from the very bottom and overcame countless obstacles to reach the top of the cruise industry.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MARCH 22, 2013

Storytelling. Whatever the nature and extent of a presentation, be it formal or informal, whatever the objective(s) and audience may be, you will probably have much greater success if you anchor the material in a human context. The best way to do that?

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

One thing is clear: advances in technology have not been matched by the necessary innovation to our social structures. What is it about the top tech product companies such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Netflix and Tesla that enables their record of consistent innovation? If we live to 100, will we ever really stop working?

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 19, 2020

With that in mind, here are four innovative ways you can pitch to new clients. Take for example Buffalo 7 , presentation designers, animators and storytellers that excel in communicating messages. Use a Sleek High-Tech Presentation. The first thing to consider is the presentation tools and media you use.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Visionary leaders are the driving force behind innovation and progress. This question encourages leaders to refine their storytelling and messaging skills. They possess a unique ability to see beyond the horizon, envisioning a future that others might not yet comprehend. Am I Adapting to Change?

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Use storytelling to humanize your brand, making it relatable and engaging. Bonus Tip: Embrace Innovation Innovation is a key driver of brand distinctiveness. Innovation not only sets you apart from competitors but also positions your brand as a forward-thinker in your field.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Finally, he shows how collaboration, innovation, intellectual curiosity, storytelling, and creating change that lasts, helped him reach his goals. Further, to support innovative, cross-disciplinary thinking, I set a second ground rule: at the start, we don’t criticize ideas. Innovation. Storytelling.

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LDRLB

MAY 18, 2012

Lindsey specializes in applying the principles of Improvisation and storytelling to organizational development and leadership, most recently as a member of the Education team at DreamWorks Animation. But is this mindset decreasing your organizational capacity for innovation? This is a guest post from Lindsey Caplan.

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LDRLB

MAY 18, 2012

Lindsey specializes in applying the principles of Improvisation and storytelling to organizational development and leadership, most recently as a member of the Education team at DreamWorks Animation. But is this mindset decreasing your organizational capacity for innovation? Innovation creativity innovation motivation'

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Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

And after interviewing over 300 CEOs, leaders, and executives in 25 countries around the world about their use of storytelling in business, I finally have an answer. They started innovating with their product as well: Self-dosing lids, designer boxes, and packaging so soft you could curl up with it in bed when you’re sick.

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Lead from Within

JULY 27, 2023

Be a storyteller: People often respond better to stories and examples than to dry statistics or facts. By creating a culture of open communication, you’ll foster a more collaborative and innovative team. As a leader, sharing stories and anecdotes can help to engage your team and make your message more memorable.

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Kevin Eikenberry

MAY 4, 2014

By David Meerman Scott and Richard Jurek It took more than science to get us to the moon – it took storytelling. Books Innovation Leadership Learning Apollo Program marketing PR' This book tells us that story – an important part of the Moon program not yet ever explored in this way.

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QAspire

MARCH 30, 2019

I created a series of sketch notes for Tiffani Bova’s “ What’s Next ” podcast where she meets brilliant people to discuss customer experience, growth and innovation. Tiffani Bova is a Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce. I will post sketchnote versions of selected podcast episodes that enlightened me.

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QAspire

DECEMBER 10, 2019

I created a series of sketch notes for Tiffani Bova’s “ What’s Next ” podcast where she meets brilliant people to discuss customer experience, growth and innovation. Tiffani Bova is a Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce. Storytelling in Business : Nancy Duarte. Leaders as Multipliers : Liz Wiseman.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2020

They feel motivated to work with others, to innovate, and to strive for extraordinary results. Humans are hardwired to learn through storytelling. When people work alongside genuine leaders, they become more willing to give their whole hearts and minds to the mission. This authenticity helps create trust with others.

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Mills Scofield

AUGUST 12, 2013

In 2011, I pitched a new job at my old job and became a full-time illustrator and storyteller for a non-profit. I founded United Way of Greater Portland’s LUbrary —the LIVE UNITED storytelling library—and forever fused my personal and professional lives. It’s a work in progress as well as a beacon for my tribe.

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LDRLB

AUGUST 27, 2012

There’s a growing body or research examining the effects of corporate stories and storytelling. Smith’s book Lead with a Story: A Guide to Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire offers a peak into companies from a variety of sectors who are using storytelling to their advantage.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Some of the most creative job titles that have emerged in the recent years across the recruitment boards include the following: (the innovative, original title and their traditional versions included too). Director of Storytelling (Social Media Analyst). Data Storyteller (Data Analyst). Innovation Alchemist (Strategic Analyst).

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Leading Blog

JUNE 30, 2019

Why Most Corporate Innovation Programs Fail (And How To Make Them Succeed) via @Digitaltonto Greg Satell. The Real Reason Fans Hate the Last Season of #GameofThrones Sociological vs. Psychological storytelling. The Early Identifier focuses on three main areas of leadership potential: Achieve, Lead, and Grow. via @DDIworld.

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

. …This is where Sean Glaze steps in as a team building speaker and facilitator Sean’s dynamic and engaging approach: Breaks down cultural barriers through interactive workshops and storytelling, fostering empathy and understanding. Contact Sean Glaze today and unlock the full potential of your merged team.

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QAspire

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

I created a series of sketch notes for Tiffani Bova’s “ What’s Next ” podcast where she meets brilliant people to discuss customer experience, growth and innovation. Tiffani Bova is a Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce. Storytelling in Business : Nancy Duarte. On Disrupting Yourself : Whitney Johnson.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Among the benefits that come to empathetic leaders, whether they are entrepreneurs or c-suite executives, are the following: Empathy is a catalyst for entrepreneurship or innovation. Empathetic leaders engender loyalty among both customers and employees. Empathetic leaders make good decisions because they are adept at processing information.

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Mills Scofield

SEPTEMBER 28, 2013

BIF9 Culture Innovation Jessica Esch Leadership Networking Storytelling Virtues-Values' Thank you so much Jessica Esch for sketchnoting my BIF-9 story!!!

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 2, 2022

They also uncovered six different forms of storytelling genre, including documentaries, fables, tragicomedies, Greek tragedy, and absurdist fiction. The researchers note that while the presentations obviously mentioned errors, they tended to focus on specific errors that led to the failure in question.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 22, 2020

Storytelling is crucial to entrepreneurship, both in terms of attracting new customers but also investors and other backers. The sad reality is that most startups fail, so storytelling plays an equally important role in explaining this failure.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Is it Time to Innovate? John Le Carre: Storytelling Lessons For Managers from @JohnBaldoni. How to Use the Science of Awe and Wonder to Succeed by @MarciaReynolds. What Do Great Leaders Have in Common? by @DougConant. Does Mindful Acceptance Reduce Stress, Increase Happiness? by @DrMelanieG. Are you in Control?

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 15, 2020

The third study also saw either stories or statistics used to convey a message, but also asked the listener whom they most wanted to work with, the storyteller or the statistician. “As scientists we’re trained to be careful about the limits of our data and to be precise.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Marcella recaps, “Because of its role in enhancing collective capabilities like innovation, service quality, collaboration, and adaptability, compassion matters for competitive advantage. Shelley Row gives us some tips about how to take control of that storytelling.” Leadership and Storytelling.

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