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Why good storytellers are more attractive

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 29, 2016
Filed in Insight

According to a pair of American researchers, good storytellers really are more attractive. Take a look at their findings here:

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Storytelling Vs. Corporate Speak

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 15, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, Communication

Who doesn’t like a useful infographic? Here’s one that contrasts a story way of speaking with the insidious corporate speak we often hear at work.

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Take One Day – Building Collaborative Cultures

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 13, 2016
Filed in Collaboration, Events

Take One Day 2016 is happening soon and this year it is all about Building Collaborative Cultures. Find out more about this event here:

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The writing process for Putting Stories to Work

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —April 5, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling

What was the writing process for Putting Stories to Work? Here are tips on research, making notes, writing tools and the process used.

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Unique opportunity to learn from Gary Klein in Melbourne

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —March 23, 2016
Filed in Events, Insight

Learn how to accelerate learning and create the conditions to foster insights plus much more in this workshop with renowned psychologist Gary Klein.

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The value of a pause in changing people’s minds

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —March 10, 2016
Filed in Anecdotes, Communication

We are often too quick to respond. But if your aim is to persuade then the use of a pause could be vital in changing people’s minds. Learn how here.

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Tyrion’s Persuasive language in this Game of Thrones Passage Puts Ted Talks to Shame

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —March 4, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling, Communication

Even if you’re not a Game of Thrones fan, Tyrion’s sales pitch to Daenerys is sheer genius and a case study in persuasive language. Learn why in this post.

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Keeping to the point with your business storytelling

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —February 23, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling

A business story is not a business story unless it has a point. And not only do you need a point but keeping to the point is just as important.

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Why leaders need good storytelling skills – Part 2

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —February 16, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling

Mastering good storytelling skills is a must for leaders to communicate strategy and engage people. Here are 4 ways to put stories to work.

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Why Leaders Need Good Storytelling Skills – Part 1

Posted by  Shawn Callahan —February 9, 2016
Filed in Business storytelling

Chapter 1 from the upcoming book, Putting Stories to Work by Shawn Callahan. Find out where storytelling skills can really make a difference.

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