
 How to Be Awesome at Your Job 570: How to Use Stories to Persuade, and Connect with Others with Shane Snow
 May 14, 2020 
 Award-winning journalist Shane Snow shares insights on making messages compelling through storytelling, discussing the four elements of captivating stories, ways to improve storytelling, and the impact of storytelling on persuasion and connections. He emphasizes the value of honesty, experimentation, and drawing inspiration from beloved stories, along with favorite tools for work productivity. The discussion explores the transformative power of storytelling on memory retention, learning, and human connections. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 3min 
 Exploring the Depths of a Popular Entertainer's Story 
 02:47 • 4min 
 The Transformative Power of Storytelling 
 07:02 • 24min 
 Optimizing Storytelling Through Connection and Experimentation 
 30:45 • 12min 
 Exploring Favorite Tools and Rituals for Work Productivity 
 42:26 • 2min 
 Exploring Genius: Open-Mindedness and Flexibility 
 44:23 • 2min 
 The Impact of Storytelling on Memory and Learning 
 46:46 • 3min 
