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Three Communication Tips Every Leader Should Use

Great Leadership By Dan

Recognizing that his successful career, nearing its end, had been filled with constant falling into temptation to over-explain, he confided to me that his default mode was to dump on his subordinates and give them lengthy lectures. I just wish I knew this at the beginning of my career.” I was floored by his candor.

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5 Must-Read Books For Business Leaders For Summer 2013

Eric Jacobson

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. AMA Business Boot Camp -- Management and Leadership Fundamentals That Will See You Successfully Through Your Career. If you don''t market your business, you won''t have one. Edited by Edward T. His advice?

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Data Alone Won’t Get You a Standing Ovation

Harvard Business Review

.” And she said, “But the thing I liked about your talk is you’re a storyteller. So I think what I’ll do is just call you a storyteller.” I thought, you know, I am a storyteller. And maybe I’m just a storyteller.”. As Brown suggests, we’re all storytellers.