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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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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QAspire

JULY 5, 2022

In her research, Herminia Ibarra of London Business School identified five critical leadership skills that organizations should prioritize in order to build a culture of adaptability and learning. How do leaders go about creating a culture of learning and adaptability?

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Leading the world in data analytics, Microsoft Power BI is transforming how businesses make data-driven choices. This blog will walk you through some crucial interview questions that might help you get a job in Power BI reporting if that’s your goal. A: DAX is essential to create custom computations and aggregations in Power BI.

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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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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. What value do I bring?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

AI provides the raw power and speed, and the creative executive molds this into innovative strategies, products, and services. However, a creative executive might reimagine them as brand storytellers, weaving narratives that engage and enthrall prospective clients and customers. Consider the example of chatbots.

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 9, 2016

So to kickstart this new partnership, I decided to reprint the article below on the importance of storytelling skills for today’s leaders. But before I do, allow me to first share my own thoughts on this topic.

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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

JANUARY 28, 2023

Becoming the most interesting (and exciting) person in the room requires a combination of qualities and skills, including intelligence, confidence, charisma, and the ability to communicate effectively. Develop strong communication skills. Be a good storyteller. No one wants to talk to these people for very long.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The Power of First Impressions First impressions matter in business, and your online presence often serves as the initial point of contact with potential clients and partners. Showcasing Your Expertise Photography is a powerful storytelling tool.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 10, 2020

The standard thinking suggests that wage inequality tends to increase as technical progress advances, as the march of technology raises the premium on skilled labor, and dulls the negotiating power of unskilled labor as technology increasingly takes the work they used to do. The importance of soft skills. An innovation premium.

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Decker Communication

AUGUST 30, 2023

Become a storyteller. Storytelling is a method that is available to all of us. Stories can be found all around us – and yet we underutilize them and their power to convey influence and impact. Our approach blends the best of the art of storytelling with our methodology to develop you into an engaging and influential storyteller.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

My guess (only a guess) is that whenever a list of the greatest storytellers throughout history is compiled, Charles Dickens would be among those included.

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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. I’m careful to say ‘forget’ since we are born storytellers and simply need to rediscover story patterns.) The following is a guest piece by Jeremey Donovan.

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Decker Communication

JUNE 13, 2023

Data is the fuel of our digital economy and every business is configured to harness its power. Very different industries, disparate subject matter, and yet they share a common challenge: the need to bring data to life through storytelling. Yet the obstacles to effective storytelling can be tough to overcome.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Storytelling is a skill. A skill like any other skills needed for successful selling. Paul's new book includes : Model stories Skill-building exercises Enlightening examples from Microsoft, Costco, Xerox, Abercombie & Fitch, Hewlett Packard, and other top companies. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

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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. In other words, stories are powerful. And I ended the call excited about the future those leaders will help create.

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CO2

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Extending this concept, Emoto’s rice experiment further illustrated the power of words. Dr. Emoto’s research, beyond its scientific intrigue, challenges leaders to recognize the power of their words. Executive coaching focuses on this aspect, guiding leaders to refine their communication skills.

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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.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 22, 2023

Learn to Influence by Storytelling One of the most fundamental tasks of a leader is to influence people within the organization to accomplish the company’s goals. This strategy can be implemented by storytelling. Steve Jobs, founder of the multi-million company Apple , was great at using stories to inspire action.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 15, 2012

Then, he closes by explaining to me that he believes I have the core skills to do a good job and to deliver on the things he needs me to achieve. Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith. Worried I’ll lose my first real job. And, scared.

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Skip Prichard

MAY 8, 2024

Dan Rockwell is known for his sharp insights on leadership, while John David Mann has a knack for storytelling that resonates with readers across the globe. It starts with a high-powered leader who has a confrontation with an odd homeless man just moments after losing his job. Invite the outside in.” –Dan You can be a great leader.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 18, 2021

Bob’s communication skills were awful. Bob scored quite high on technical expertise and analytical skills. And scientific evidence backs up their power.” Storytelling — relevant and moving anecdotes, examples, and stories can bring the above points alive. How do you know?

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

This question encourages leaders to refine their storytelling and messaging skills. Visionary leaders must continually assess their communication strategies, seeking ways to make their vision more relatable and inspiring to their teams. Am I Adapting to Change? The world is in a constant state of flux.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 9, 2018

It’s the business skill people dread the most–but once you get over the initial jitters, being a good public speaker really isn’t that hard. Like most skills, you can become competent, if not great, if you’re willing to put in the time for practice and planning. A good presenter is a great storyteller.

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CO2

DECEMBER 14, 2023

According to a study by the International Coaching Federation, coaching clients reported improved work performance, better business management, increased self-confidence, and more effective communication skills. This case exemplifies the transformative power of executive business coaching.

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Joseph Lalonde

MARCH 27, 2017

A Reel Leadership Article Whenever I hear Go go Power Rangers I’m instantly transported back to my youth. Those few words remind me of heading home from school and turning on the TV to watch the Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers. Now, we get to see the Power Rangers reimagined. CAUTION: Power Rangers spoilers below.

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Engaging Leader

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

Storytelling is the most underrated skill [among entrepreneurs]. ~ Ben Horowitze, famed venture capitalist Storytelling is the act of framing an idea as a narrative to inform, illuminate, and inspire. The ability to package ideas into a compelling story is one of the most proven skills that makes leaders successful.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Thomas Steding has seen first-hand that the leadership skills that can take an organization from poor to peak performance and outdistancing its competition were not taught in business schools or management seminars or even a part of the leadership conversation.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2020

It surveyed top professionals from more than 120 countries about the skills needed for effective leadership in the decade ahead. These leaders show you who they are as human beings, rather than hiding behind a mantle of power. Humans are hardwired to learn through storytelling. A recent MIT study underscores this.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Storytelling is a skill. A skill like any other skills needed for successful selling. Paul's Sell with a Story book includes : Model stories Skill-building exercises Enlightening examples from Microsoft, Costco, Xerox, Abercombie & Fitch, Hewlett Packard, and other top companies. It helps them relax.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 9, 2023

Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager. Stories are so powerful because they are simple, timeless, demographic-proof, contagious, easy to remember and inspiring. In the book, you'll find over 100 ready-made stories you can use as templates to tell your stories.

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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. Lead From Within: Effective communication is the key to successful leadership; it’s a skill that takes practice and effort. #1

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 7, 2019

The structures we used to have to develop that skill are diminished. A well-crafted story has the power to give the audience ownership of the idea that is woven into the story. Each of these leaders was fortunate to live in a time when his particular kind of storytelling fit the age.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 11, 2020

Storytelling is a skill. A skill like any other skills needed for successful selling. Paul's Sell with a Story book includes : Model stories Skill-building exercises Enlightening examples from Microsoft, Costco, Xerox, Abercombie & Fitch, Hewlett Packard, and other top companies. It helps them relax.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 12, 2018

This lack of focus on getting the word usually stemmed from a few root causes: The leader didn’t understand the power of sharing their employee promise. The leader didn’t have anyone with the accountability to be the chief storyteller. Have you articulated the specifics traits, characteristics, and skills you want? Do you know?

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