If you aren’t currently networking, maybe you should. No matter if you are an employee or have your own business, networking is an essential activity. You don’t expect results by exercising once a month. Why would you plan to build relationships by networking only on occasion? Networking is like building a bridge. It takes planning and execution over time. Before you can use the bridge, you need to make the bridge. The same applies to develop professional relationships – networking both...
Continue reading...Everyday Storytelling
The Surprising Benefit of Storytelling in Everyday Business.
Ashlee called to talk about her new assignment. “I need to learn how to herd cats by Monday. Can you help me?” I could hear the panic in her voice. “That depends, are they domestic or jungle cats?” I was hoping to lighten the mood a little. “Hmm, maybe a little of both?” After working together for years, Ashlee felt comfortable sharing her fears with me. She explained more about the situation. Her new assignment was stretching her skills....
Continue reading...Uncovering Storytelling Sources From Your Past
You know why you need storytelling for business, but where are we to find them? Your most powerful stories are simple and true. You have experienced a great deal in your life. There is no better place to discover the seeds for your stories than within these personal experiences. You may not recognize them, there are endless stories to be found in your own history. The first step is to mine your experience for the rough stones to polish and become...
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