

Anecdotally Speaking
Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
Welcome to our podcast, Anecdotally Speaking. Each week we tell a business story, talk about why it works and discuss where you might tell it at work. Our aim is to help you build your story repertoire.
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Jan 18, 2021 • 20min
091 – Fire chief’s great instincts before bingo bango
It is hard to put a dollar amount on experience, but it can be the difference between life and death. Listen to hear how a veteran made a quick decision.
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Jan 11, 2021 • 24min
090 – Corporate Storytelling—Job applications and interviews
How do you establish rapport and connection in a job interview? Listen to hear how the use of story can give you a special edge in the job application and interview process.
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Dec 21, 2020 • 41min
089 – Corporate Storytelling—Sales communication with Mike Adams and Paul Ichilcik
Mike Adams and Paul Ichilcik, Principals at Anecdote, share their expertise in sales communication through the lens of storytelling. They discuss how effective narratives can transform sales strategies, especially in virtual settings. Personal anecdotes help build trust and engagement, shifting conversations from transactions to meaningful connections. They also introduce the concept of a 'story bank' to strengthen team training and improve retention, showcasing how storytelling can elevate sales success.

Dec 14, 2020 • 38min
088 – Corporate Storytelling—Strategy development and communication with Melodie Potts Rosevear
Developing your company strategy story can uncover a lot. Listen to hear how Founder and CEO at Teach for Australia, Melodie Potts Rosevear, discovered her company’s natural storytellers while developing their strategy story.
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Dec 7, 2020 • 43min
087 – Corporate Storytelling—Culture change and change management with Tully Cashman
Tully Cashman, a corporate storytelling expert from Cargill, shares transformative strategies for fostering culture change within organizations. He dives into the significant role of storytelling during the 1SAP initiative, emphasizing how narratives can communicate project benefits effectively. Tully discusses the importance of collaboration through personal stories to inspire safety and inclusivity, showcasing how storytelling strengthens connections among teams, especially during challenging times. He also highlights the necessity of a compelling vision in navigating communication challenges during corporate transformation.

Nov 30, 2020 • 44min
086 – Corporate Storytelling—Innovation with Paul Chapman
How can you utilise story techniques when presenting an innovation? Listen to hear innovation expert, Paul Chapman, share his experiences.
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Nov 23, 2020 • 49min
085 – Corporate Storytelling—Narrative insight with Bernard and Tracey Swanepoel
The shortest distance between two people is a story. Listen to hear strategy and leadership experts Bernard and Tracey Swanepoel share their experience in story listening.
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Nov 16, 2020 • 48min
084 – Corporate Storytelling—Values communication with Indranil Chakraborty
How can you inspire your team to hold your company values? Listen to hear Indranil Chakraborty, a storytelling expert and Anecdote Partner, unpack values communication.
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Nov 9, 2020 • 45min
083 – Corporate Storytelling—Brand communication with Darren Woolley
Have you been in a boring presentation, wearily watching slide after slide? Listen to hear marketing guru and friend of Anecdote, Darren Woolley, unpack brand communication.
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Nov 2, 2020 • 31min
082 – Corporate Storytelling—Leadership communication with Hannah Davies
Can effective leadership exist without storytelling? Listen to hear how leadership consultant and executive coach, Hannah Davies, unpacks corporate storytelling.
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