Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I sometimes use storytelling with my clients to make a point. Last week, one of my clients heard the story of two Zen Monks and it had a profound impact on his leadership. Sometimes, the stories are more profound than any coaching or guiding I could do.

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QAspire

MARCH 8, 2018

Stories and narratives that touch us emotionally have power to transform us. She recently wrote a short post on “ How to Craft a Powerful Message ” which outlines three steps to create a story that resonates. Here is a quick visual summary of the post: Related posts at QAspire: Leadership, Connection and Power of Storytelling.

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QAspire

APRIL 9, 2018

In this episode of What’s Next podcast, Nancy Duarte , a communications and persuasion expert discusses ideas on how to use storytelling and emotional connection to engage people/customers better. Related Reading at QAspire: Storytelling: Begin With The End in Mind. Related Reading at QAspire: Storytelling: Begin With The End in Mind.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

JUNE 17, 2020

Paul Smith, thoughtLEADERS Principal, sat down with Jim and Jan of The Leadership Podcast to discuss storytelling and how it can apply to your leadership ability and skill In continuation of our new collaboration with The Leadership Podcast, Paul breaks down just how storytelling can make you a better leader in this short form “chalk talk.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

They explain the different forms of comedy, including improv, stand-up, and sketch comedy, and how each can be applied to leadership and business. 00:23 – Launching with Laughter: David welcomes guests to explore the integration of humor in leadership, marking a vibrant start to the season.

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leaderCommunicator

MAY 10, 2021

A good story brings ideas to life and inspires listeners to imagine themselves in the storyteller’s place as events unfold and lessons are learned.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The holiday season gives you a human-centered leadership map for navigating change Is your holiday season a time of celebration? Tradition and ritual play a powerful role in human experience. Tap into the Power of Stories What’s your favorite holiday story? Of bustling end-of-year stress to meet business goals?

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QAspire

MARCH 6, 2016

Storytelling has been one of the most powerful tools to drive imagination of people first before people decide to take actions towards the future. Ability to tell stories that foster change is a critical leadership skill. Leveraging Storytelling in Digital Organizations by Abhijit Bhaduri (Talk).

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Skip Prichard

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Persuasive storytelling is one of the most important key skills in almost every profession. Leadership Tip: Great communicators start by asking “What story does my presentation want to tell?” Because most of this process is unconscious, we tend not to recognize how powerful our visual system is. Tell A Great Story.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MAY 20, 2020

Alan Veeck, thoughtLEADERS Principal, sat down with Jim and Jan of The Leadership Podcast to discuss storytelling and what it means for you as a leader. In continuation of our new collaboration with The Leadership Podcast, Alan talks about the power of storytelling in this short form “chalk talk.”

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

With this latest piece on my leadership blog, I’m delighted to announce a new partnership with The Economist Executive Education. So to kickstart this new partnership, I decided to reprint the article below on the importance of storytelling skills for today’s leaders.

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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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Leading Blog

JANUARY 25, 2021

T O LEAD people from one place to another in good times and in challenging ones requires a framework like the one presented in Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison’s concise book, Leadership U: Accelerating Through the Crisis Curve. The framework is called, The Six Degrees of Leadership. Degree #1: Anticipate. Degree #3: Communicate.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 22, 2023

However, the most important duty associated with entrepreneurship is leadership. While different scenarios demand different leadership styles, leaders can use the following tried-and-tested leadership lessons to lead effectively. This strategy can be implemented by storytelling.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 25, 2019

One of the most effective leadership communication tools you’ll ever have is a powerful story. Join David and his guest, Paul Smith – an expert in leadership and business storytelling – for a powerful discussion of how to tell a good […]. And yes, there are some fantastic stories!

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

What thoughts or feelings do you have when you think of power? Perhaps you picture an organizational chart where the boxes at the top are imbued with more power than those below. Or perhaps the word power conjures up feelings of nervousness, anxiety, or fear, based on negative experiences you’ve had in the past.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 17, 2021

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements : Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2020. Steding presents his proven leadership process for achieving peak performance by accessing the untapped/unseen intelligence of deep imagination as well as the superior creativity and intelligence of the connected team. Scott and Lynda Gratton.

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 3, 2023

Great Results Teambuilding is the home of the April 2023 Leadership Development Carnival… And it is an honor to host this impressive version of monthly curated articles with insights that will equip you to become a more effective leader! Miller – Are You Over-Functioning in Your Leadership Role? Everyone does.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, authenticity extends beyond the message itself; it must permeate the actions and behaviors of the organization's leadership. Take Action: Hold a leadership training session on delivering authentic, transparent communications during the transformation.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 31, 2023

from @wallybock Don’t Get Smug The Next Time You Win from @JohnBaldoni Leadership Sketchbook: 7 Keys to Mastering the Art of Leading by Ken Downer @RapidStartLdr Heroism and Leadership in the Movie, 12 Angry Men by Scott T.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Leadership is about hope. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. The Power of Pressure : Why Pressure Isn't the Problem, It's the Solution by Dane Jensen (Collins, 2021) What’s the most pressure you’ve ever been under?

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

And yet, what we fail to take into consideration is how using the power of storytelling can help us to ignite effective and sustainable change within our organization. At one of our weekly team leader meetings, Mary talked about a plan she had shared with the organization’s senior leadership about a new change initiative.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 22, 2024

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.

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Joseph Lalonde

JULY 26, 2017

Answers From Leadership Podcast Episode 43 Today’s Answers From Leadership podcast episode is slightly different. Listen To The Answers From Leadership Podcast: . They’re a form of storytelling that can bring you insights into leadership. What is Reel Leadership. No, they’re not.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

” Dr. Emoto, a renowned Japanese researcher, explored the physical impact of words on water and rice, revealing insights critical to understanding leadership communication. This visually demonstrates how words, often used in leadership, can materially influence their surroundings. The findings are thought-provoking.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

That’s what stories have the power to do. The power of this storytelling should be familiar to all of us. From cave drawings to hieroglyphics to the oral traditions of Native Americans to the Bible to Shakespeare to Charlotte’s Web , human history has long known the power of storytelling.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 27, 2023

Harness the Power of Story to Transform Have you ever stopped to contemplate the mistakes we make in life? However, rather than presenting my findings as dry data or statistics, I chose a more engaging medium – storytelling. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.” “Passion is energy.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 5, 2024

Furthermore, authenticity extends beyond the message itself; it must permeate the actions and behaviors of the organization's leadership. Take Action: Hold a leadership training session on delivering authentic, transparent communications during the transformation.

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Steve Farber

DECEMBER 7, 2017

They were a thousand miles away, but the magic of modern technology allowed us to see each other and have a lively discussion about the connection between two of my favorite topics – leadership and storytelling. As a writer and keynote speaker on leadership, I told them, I use stories all the time. Stories are experiential.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 1, 2014

Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Several companies, such as Kimberly-Clark , actively teach storytelling skills to their leaders. Two key points from Smith are : Experience is the best teacher.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Welcome to the September 2017 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! New Leadership. Cy Wakeman of Reality-Based Leadership provided Three Habits that Zap your Productivity at Work. Dan McCarthy of Great Leadership provided a guest post by Michael Bungay Stanier. This month, we are mixing things up!

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QAspire

JULY 5, 2022

Such challenges require emergent leadership from across the board within organization to make sense of reality, iterate solutions, adapt and learn along the way. Connecting: Building trust and engagement amongst team members through empathy and authentic leadership.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

Of the array of skills that comprise leadership, the ability to craft and communicate strategic vision is simultaneously the most valuable and least well-practiced. That changed when I met retired Sensormatic CEO Bob Vanourek at the Leadership Forum at Sliver Bay. The following is a guest piece by Jeremey Donovan.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Source: Steve Clayton, Microsoft’s chief storyteller, interviews CEO Satya Nadella. When you see that the world has no power over you, you will lead more powerfully in the world.”. Source: The Power of Positive Leadership. * * *.

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leaderCommunicator

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

Welcome to my weekly round-up of top leadership and communication blog posts. This week you’ll read articles on why leaders need to be great storytellers, useful feedback, how the power of trust helped this entrepreneur, leadership lessons from a Coach, and myths about trust.

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