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How Stories Happen

The 2 questions (and a quote) that helped me most in 2024

Dec 2, 2024
Reflecting on personal growth post-pandemic, the speaker shares two transformative questions that can shift your perspective for the better. Embracing public speaking is highlighted as a pathway to connect deeply with others and foster professional development. The power of unique storytelling is emphasized, encouraging listeners to celebrate their individual narratives. A thought-provoking quote from a master serves as a reminder of the importance of clarity and self-belief in both communication and personal journeys.
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Quick takeaways

  • Identifying personal strengths through reflective questions is crucial for professional clarity and achieving success in storytelling and public speaking.
  • Prioritizing resonance over reach in communication fosters deeper audience connections, enhancing both fulfillment and authentic engagement in narratives.

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Embracing Your True Skills

The episode emphasizes the significance of recognizing and leaning into one's core strengths, particularly in storytelling and public speaking. The speaker shares a personal journey of initially resisting the idea of teaching public speaking, despite it being their strongest skill. Through a process of trial and error, they discovered that focusing on what they excelled at would yield greater fulfillment and success. This realization culminated in a transformative mindset shift, allowing them to pivot their business to capitalize on their expertise, ultimately leading to their best year of business since before the pandemic.

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