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“A story needs a job to do” | Michelle Warner, Business Designer & Strategist

How Stories Happen

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Crafting Effective Storytelling by Aligning with Audience Struggles

Effective storytelling involves aligning with the audience by acknowledging their struggles and desires before agitating by pointing out the obstacles. This alignment and agitation approach sets the stage for a resonating story. It is important to tease the business aspect earlier in the narrative, subtly linking personal experiences to the audience's business challenges. By gradually leading the audience towards the main topic, you create anticipation and engagement. An indicator that the story is not well-crafted is asking 'Why am I telling you this?' before revealing a point, as it shows a lack of alignment with the audience's journey. To enhance storytelling, ensure that the narrative is focused on the audience's needs and struggles, guiding them towards a satisfying conclusion.

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