Anecdotally Speaking

Param Venkat, a storytelling expert and Anecdote Partner, shares insights on steering conversations back on track. He recounts a comical meeting in a snowstorm that underscores relationship-building. Discover how storytelling transformed his corporate journey, proving vital in high-stakes business discussions, including a memorable encounter with the CEO of AXA. The episode highlights the art of weaving personal narratives into business data to enhance engagement and builds a strong case for storytelling in leadership development amid changing global dynamics.

Emotion leads to action. Listen to hear a story about how an internal group’s sustainability initiative resulted in behaviour change. The post 093 – Green team schemes screen fiends appeared first on Anecdote.

What problem is your product solving? Listen to hear how Dean Kamen’s Segway was an overnight success and not much more than that. The post 092 – Seg no way appeared first on Anecdote.

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. The post 091 – Fire chief’s great instincts before bingo bango appeared first on Anecdote.

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. The post 090 – Corporate Storytelling—Job applications and interviews appeared first on Anecdote.

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.

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. The post 088 – Corporate Storytelling—Strategy development and communication with Melodie Potts Rosevear appeared first on Anecdote.

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.

How can you utilise story techniques when presenting an innovation? Listen to hear innovation expert, Paul Chapman, share his experiences. The post 086 – Corporate Storytelling—Innovation with Paul Chapman appeared first on Anecdote.

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. The post 085 – Corporate Storytelling—Narrative insight with Bernard and Tracey Swanepoel appeared first on Anecdote.