Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Here are some things I’ve learned about leadership storytelling. Leadership Storytelling. Make storytelling part of your leadership toolkit. The post Leadership Storytelling appeared first on Lead Change. Personal Development stories Communication Communication Skills effective communication story StorytellingWhen I was a little boy and my grandmother was still alive, we would travel to Philadelphia every Thanksgiving to spend the holiday with her.

Storytelling 253

Storytelling Leadership Blanchard Rogers 253

Tanveer Naseer

APRIL 21, 2020

Skillful and strategic storytelling is widely viewed as the most effective way to communicate information, inspire others to take action, and build relationships in ways that benefit businesses. The challenge is that not everyone knows how to tell a good story, which is why businesses invest in storytelling training. Guest Posts behaviour leadership neuroscience psychology science storytelling

Storytelling 137

Storytelling Training Skills Information 137

Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 16, 2018

If you’re using business storytelling regularly, how do you assess the impact? The post How to Ensure Your Business Storytelling Makes an Impact appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. Winning Well business stories Storytelling storytelling workshopHow do you ensure you craft the very best stories that leave your audience not only inspired, but with an inkling of what to do next? There’s no question, stories […].

Storytelling 172

Storytelling Audience Workshop How To 172

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

JULY 15, 2020

Paul Smith, thoughtLEADERS Principal, sat down with Jim and Jan of The Leadership Podcast to discuss storytelling and how it can make your role as a salesperson easier and more effective. In continuation of our new collaboration with The Leadership Podcast, Paul breaks down just how storytelling can make you a better and stronger salesperson in this short form “chalk talk.”

Storytelling 68

Storytelling Article Strategy Leadership 68

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. Of course, the problem with complex storytelling is that it can also lead to convoluted plotlines, out-of-character moments, and outright contradictions where established limitations are conveniently overlooked because the writers ended up painting themselves into a corner.

Storytelling 204

Storytelling Succession Proposal Audience 204

Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Stories Storytelling Telling Stories"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence.

Storytelling 65

Storytelling Hedge Audience Books 65

Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 10, 2019

And one of the best ways to communicate a vision is through the use of storytelling. Communication Leadership Leadership Biz Cafe Recent Posts communication leadership learning purpose storytelling teamworkWithout question, one of the skills to succeed at leadership is being an effective communicator. So how can we use this tool more effectively? That’s the focus of this latest episode of my leadership. Click to continue reading.

Storytelling 147

Storytelling Power Tools Skills 147

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

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. Storytelling is difficult and sometimes even uncomfortable. Self Leadership Millennials Seth Godin StorytellingMy teenage son Matt had bonked a big test, part of his ongoing prob­lems with homework and tests.

Storytelling 317

Storytelling Godin Ries Workshop 317

Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

JULY 24, 2018

Guest post by Chip Bell Great leaders are storytellers. The post Great Leaders Are Storytellers: How To Craft Great Stories appeared first on Seapoint Center for Collaborative Leadership. Guest Post Chip Bell story storytellingStories are more than just tall tales or campfire yarns. They include discussions of the enterprise in the future tense. They are visions of what can be, not just what is. They are dreams, not just plans.

Storytelling 178

Storytelling Planning How To Leadership 178

Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

A few weeks ago, I wrote a piece about 3 fundamental storytelling elements leaders should employ to successfully drive change. Now when it comes to using storytelling to help describe our vision or change initiative, the common tendency is to frame our story within the hero on a quest narrative, given how it’s the decisions and choices we make through our leadership that ultimately impact whether we collectively succeed or fail.

Storytelling 213

Storytelling Film Mentor Bond 213

N2Growth Blog

MAY 10, 2012

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 to begin with – the story. Storytelling requires talent and practice, but as with any worthy discipline, the investment yields great benefit. Disingenuous leaders misuse storytelling in an attempt to shield, buffer, distract, lull, or misdirect.

Storytelling 329

Storytelling Leadership Brand Power 329

Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Over the years, I have used strategic storytelling workshops to help drive key messages, build teams, and enhance communication skills. The Strategic Story Behind Strategic Storytelling Many years ago back in my HR [.] The post A Strategic Story about Strategic Storytelling appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. Own Your Own Career storytelling Take Risks leadership development low-cost leadership development merger strategic storytelling

Storytelling 175

Storytelling Workshop Cost Skills 175

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 the fact remains that storytelling is a powerful and effective vehicle for leaders to better inform, inspire, and educate those they lead of not only the journey before them, but of the challenges that stand in their way.

Storytelling 159

Storytelling Emotional Intelligence Leadership Education 159

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. Leadership, Connection and Power of Storytelling. Communication Company Culture Leadership Leading Organization Leading People Sketchnotes storytelling

Storytelling 149

Storytelling Human Needs Globalization Innovation 149

Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Storytelling"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. Need to show others -- whether a large audience or one person -- that you have shared commonalities.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Hedge Audience Motivation 50

Engaging Leader

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Storytelling is a key tool for leading change. In episode 102, “Storytelling for Leaders,” Amanda Marko joined us to discuss why it’s such a powerful tool and provided tips for putting it to work. In this episode, Amanda returns to talk more specifically on the “how” of storytelling for leaders, and she explains four storytelling […] Storytelling is a key tool for leading change. Engaging Leader™ Storytelling

Storytelling 170

Storytelling Micromanagement Workshop Licensing 170

QAspire

MARCH 8, 2018

But great storytelling starts with an understanding of the audience, aligning your message to needs of the context and then delivering it in a way that creates impact. Here is a quick visual summary of the post: Related posts at QAspire: Leadership, Connection and Power of Storytelling. Engagement, Leadership and Power of Storytelling. Communication Leadership Sketchnotes Performance speaking storytelling

Storytelling 136

Storytelling Audience Power Brand 136

Eric Jacobson

MARCH 14, 2020

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Leadership Books Management Storytelling"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. Need to show others -- whether a large audience or one person -- that you have shared commonalities.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Hedge Audience Motivation 50

Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

As […] Engaging Leader™ Innovation Leading change StorytellingThe 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. How did a company in a dusty, old-hat industry (hardware stores) suddenly become known as an innovator?

Storytelling 151

Storytelling Retail Company Industry 151

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.” ” These chalk talk series are bitesize sessions on a common (but challenging) leadership issue.

Storytelling 56

Storytelling Goal Power Article 56

Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Storytelling is an effective leadership tool for change management, engagement, and bringing the business strategy to life. Today we’ll dig deeper, with the help of someone whose been teaching the art and science of storytelling to leaders from across the […] Storytelling is an effective leadership tool for change management, engagement, and bringing the business strategy to life. Engaging Leader™ Storytelling

Storytelling 180

Storytelling Influence Micromanagement Licensing 180

Joseph Lalonde

OCTOBER 8, 2015

The other, more effective, way is to use storytelling to present the facts and move the person to action. The post How To Use Storytelling For Growth appeared first on Joseph Lalonde. I ’m currently in Atlanta, GA live blogging the Catalyst Conference. During this time, I’ll be dropping the leadership wisdom shared by the amazing speaker lineup. Next up is Scott Harrison. Scott is the founder and CEO of charity:water. 2 Things You Can Use To Present Information.

Storytelling 177

Storytelling How To Conference Information 177

Eric Jacobson

MAY 3, 2020

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Lead With A Story Leadership Paul Smith Storytelling

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Tools Audience Books 50

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. Coaching Extreme Leadership coaching extreme leadership speaking storytellingFew things inspire me more than witnessing the potential in extreme leaders like the ones I recently spoke to at Denver’s Columbine High School.

Storytelling 57

Storytelling Leadership Audience Class 57

Eric Jacobson

APRIL 12, 2018

Eric Jacobson Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Kristi Hedges Stories Storytelling Telling Stories The Power of Presence"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.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Audience Hedge Motivation 50

leaderCommunicator

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Stories are an integral part to communicating effectively with your employees. A great story goes a long way, because it’s memorable and helps create an emotional connection with the listener. What we feel impacts what we do, so stories can be a great way to move employees to action. So why not prepare some stories of your own. When you do here are a few things to think about. Stories are to: An effective story should be: Inspire, galvanize, & engage.

Storytelling 130

Storytelling Power eBook Download 130

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 28, 2020

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Leadership Books Paul Smith Storytelling

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Audience Tools Books 50

Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 27, 2018

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Leadership Books Stories Storytelling Telling Stories"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. Need to show others -- whether a large audience or one person -- that you have shared commonalities.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Hedge Audience Motivation 50

Harvard Business

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Five ways to construct a compelling narrative around your ideas. Communication Digital Article

Construction 50

Construction Storytelling Leadership Article 50

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. The article also provides an excellent context of leadership storytelling and offers practical ways to frame your narrative depending on your goals. Here is a quick sketch note of seven aims of leadership storytelling: Additional Resources: Building Org Cultures Through Storytelling by Abhijit Bhaduri.

Storytelling 111

Storytelling Power Article Tools 111

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? More specifically, create a setting, introduce major “characters,” focus on an issue [.].

Storytelling 80

Storytelling Audience Objective Information 80

Eric Jacobson

MAY 30, 2015

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Paul Smith Storytelling

Storytelling 87

Storytelling Tools Audience Books 87

Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 4, 2015

In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Since the book was published about three years ago, my admiration for Paul's passion for storytelling and helping to teach people how to effectively tell stories has only but grown. It seems that a lot more people nowadays are professing the power of storytelling. But I have continued to write in the storytelling space.

Storytelling 100

Storytelling Silverman Armstrong Trends 100

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 10, 2016

Drawing on hundreds of interviews with procurement managers, Paul teaches you how to : Select the right story Craft a compelling and memorable narrative Incorporate challenge, conflict, and resolution Use stories to introduce yourself, build rapport, address objections, add value, bring data to life, and create a sense of urgency Storytelling definitely works in sales, explains Paul, "because a great story changes everything. Storytelling is a skill. Storytelling is a powerful tool.

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Books Tools How To 50

Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 4, 2014

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. 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. The value part is obvious; leaders adept at inspiring their teams achieve high-impact business results faster, more easily, and more compassionately.

Storytelling 208

Storytelling Hedge Video Uncertainty 208

Terry Starbucker

JUNE 1, 2014

I first heard Nancy talk about the power of storytelling, her unique way of finding common patterns in great speeches, and graphically presenting the “shape” of those speeches last summer, at the World Domination Summit here in Portland. The importance of the “Hero’s Journey” in great storytelling. The post The Empathy Architect: Nancy Duarte Connects The Power of Storytelling To Great Leadership appeared first on Terry "Starbucker" St.

Storytelling 321

Storytelling Power Download Audience 321

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. From Steve Jobs to Sheryl Sandberg to Richard Branson, successful leaders study and practice the art of storytelling in order to attract top talent, increase […] Storytelling is the most underrated skill [among entrepreneurs]. ~

Storytelling 100

Storytelling Venture Capitalist Entrepreneur Brand 100

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. And, some forward-thinking business schools such as Notre Dame and De Paul University have even added storytelling courses to their management curriculum. “As

Storytelling 65

Storytelling Tools Audience Advice 65

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. Frank Dale Carnegie David Armstrong Dostoevski Doug Lipman Eliyahu Goldratt George Lakoff Howard Gardner Lead with a Story Mark Johnson Patrick Lencioni Paul Smith Stephen Denning The Power of Storytelling: 10 Authoritative Perspectives

Storytelling 80

Storytelling Power Goldratt Armstrong 80

Eric Jacobson

MAY 23, 2017

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Paul Smith Storytelling Telling Stories Workplace

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Audience Tools Books 50

Eric Jacobson

MARCH 29, 2017

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Leadership Paul Smith Storytelling

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Audience Tools Books 50

Tanveer Naseer

APRIL 28, 2020

Many of us recognize the importance of storytelling in leadership to improve the way we communicate. Leadership Biz Cafe Recent Posts communication growth leadership motivation storytellingBut the truth is there’s more than one story that a leader should be able to tell at a moment’s notice in order to inspire, inform and provide direction to those they lead. Click to continue reading.

Succession 174

Succession Storytelling Information Motivation 174

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 28, 2016

Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management Lead With A Story Paul Smith Storytelling

Storytelling 50

Storytelling Tools Audience Books 50