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Unthinkable with Jay Acunzo

Signature Stories: Jenny Blake

Sep 25, 2023
Jenny Blake, author, speaker and podcaster, joins Jay to discuss pulling out moments of meaning from small interactions, reshaping stories for audio, and the power of setting and description in storytelling.
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Quick takeaways

  • Find meaning in smaller, everyday experiences and allow yourself to relax and let go of the pressure for constant success.
  • Embrace the power of authentic and fresh stories as metaphors and allegories to connect with audiences and deliver impactful messages.

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Small stories with big meaning

In this podcast episode, the speaker emphasizes the power of small stories that contain big meaning. The idea is to move away from the notion that storytelling must be grand and profound, and instead focus on the significance that can be found in smaller, everyday experiences. The episode explores an anecdote about encountering an art installation of a reclining Statue of Liberty during a morning walk with the speaker's dog. This unexpected encounter led to a realization about the need for rest and the collective exhaustion many people were feeling. The story serves as a metaphor for reevaluating our approach to work and business, urging individuals to find meaning in simpler moments and allow themselves to relax and let go of the pressure for constant success.

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