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July 22, 2020
The Corporate Folklorist’s Credo
Storytelling is key to a strong brand and culture — if it’s done right. Having a corporate folklorist on staff helps to convey an organization’s purpose and values through stories and artifacts. But since it’s a relatively new function, it could use a credo to inform and inspire good work. Physicians have the Hippocratic Oath, [...] continue reading
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July 8, 2020
10 Ways That Improving Your Public Speaking Will Help Your Career
You can find trends reports and predictions from LinkedIn, Google, and even Mark Cuban that will tell you that “hard skills” will only get you so far in your career. But it’s “soft skills” like critical thinking, empathy, collaboration, and communication that organizations want in their new hires and leaders — and you’ll need them [...] continue reading
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June 26, 2020
ATD Virtual Conference Story Q&A with Patti Sanchez and Nancy Duarte
During the 2020 Association for Talent Development (ATD) Virtual Conference, Patti Sanchez and Nancy Duarte gave a keynote titled, “Influence Through Story.” They spoke about the power of story and how you can use it to increase your influence and impact. You can read the blog post summary of the keynote here. The chat room [...] continue reading
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ATD Virtual Conference Q&A with Patti Sanchez and Nancy Duarte
During the 2020 Association for Talent Development (ATD) Virtual Conference, Patti Sanchez and Nancy Duarte gave a keynote titled, “Influence Through Story.” They spoke about the power of story and how you can use it to increase your influence and impact. You can read the blog post summary of the keynote here. The chat room [...] continue reading
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June 16, 2020
3 Strategies High-Performing Brands Use to Communicate Data
Whether it’s a billion dollar pharma company driving to cure cancer or a local accountant who touts her ability to consistently get customers more money back on their taxes, all companies are using and communicating data in some form or another. However, not all companies are doing so with the same degree of success. We [...] continue reading
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June 9, 2020
El Susto: The Role of Storytelling in Solving Type 2 Diabetes in Mexico
Recently I attended a discussion series event hosted by The diaTribe Foundation that posed a fascinating question: What is the role of storytelling in solving the Type 2 Diabetes public health crisis? As a Duartian, I’m a devotee of the supernatural power of story, and I’ve found myself reflecting on this question in the weeks [...] continue reading
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June 4, 2020
How to Influence Through Story
Story is a powerful and persuasive communication device that can move people to dream big dreams, embrace big ideas, and accomplish big things, like transitioning to a new normal. Stories simultaneously engage our senses and trigger thoughts, memories, and emotions. They engage us, so we’re more likely to remember what we’ve heard. The power of story transcends the individual listener. When we share stories together, the minds between the storyteller [...] continue reading
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Influencing Through Story
Story is a powerful and persuasive communication device that can move people to dream big dreams, embrace big ideas, and accomplish big things, like transitioning to a new normal. Stories simultaneously engage our senses and trigger thoughts, memories, and emotions. They engage us, so we’re more likely to remember what we’ve heard. The power of story transcends the individual listener. When we share stories together, the minds between the storyteller and [...] continue reading
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June 2, 2020
Crafting Content for Virtual Communication: Keep it Short and Interesting
You’ve been on the audience end of virtual gatherings for the past couple months. So, when it’s your turn to lead one, you know what you’re up against... Between kids, pets, back-to-back virtual meetings, email inboxes, Tiger King, and copious amounts of quarantine snacks—it’s no wonder everyone is feeling distracted. According to Forbes, more than 80% of American employees have reported feeling significantly more distracted since they started working from home. Yikes. [...] continue reading
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May 27, 2020
Calming 5-Minute Pre-Presentation Meditation
Calming breathing techniques, muscle relaxation, and positive visualization. Calming breathing techniques, muscle relaxation, and positive visualization.
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