Reducing jargon and sentence/word complexity are key to enhancing engagement with your stakeholders. Polish-born British novelist, Joseph Conrad said, “He who wants to persuade should put his trust not in the…
I have been sharing The Chief Storyteller®'s Top 50 Communication Mantras for quite a few years now. Some folks have told me in person or through email there are always…
I was at lunch today with a long-time client, Diane. Per usual, the waiter shared the specials of the day. I asked him about the glazed salmon entrée. He smiled…
Procatalepsis is a Figure of Impact for improving persuasion and influence. As a betting person, I would bet you one billion Monopoly® dollars, you use Procatalepsis frequently, likely as much…
This blog post is about Anaphora, a Figure of Repetition. It is part of a series on repetition. I share them as the English language has hundreds of literary devices…
One of the most common questions/statements we receive about storytelling is, "I just don't know where to begin." Choosing the right story, turning it into an engaging experience, and practicing…
Since 2011, I have been sharing The Chief Storyteller®'s Top 50 Communication Mantras. I have become more reflective and contemplative in December and January. One thing I like to do is…
Epanalepsis is a Figure of Speech for improving Emphasis & Impact. It is part of a series on figures of speech and rhetoric. I share them as the English language…
The other day, I gave one of our Executive Storytelling training workshops. In it, I showed one of my all-time favorite commercial videos, the Turbo Encabulator (video below). I show…
Do you think of one minute as too short of a time frame to actually accomplish something? Here are 10 activities to change your mind. Be creative... What Can You…