Coaching for Leaders 228: Practical Storytelling That Isn’t Awkward, with David Hutchens
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Jan 18, 2016 AI Snips
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Listening to Diverse Stories
- David Hutchens attended the Parliament for World Religions, where he listened to stories from diverse religious figures.
- He learned the importance of presence and connection by silencing his internal dialogue and embracing others' differences.
Importance of Listening
- Storytelling focuses on the telling, but the audience is most important. Leaders must also be good listeners for effective engagement.
Meaning-Making Conversations
- The most crucial aspect of storytelling is the meaning-making conversation after the story.
- Leaders should facilitate these discussions to extract insights and foster a story culture within their teams.