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7 Deadly Sins of Brand Storytelling (or why your brand storytelling sucks)

ReimaginePR

an open book showing an eaten apple and a snake, standing in for at least a couple of the deadly sins when it comes to brand storytelling. There’s so much going on and you’re doing what you can to get some compelling brand storytelling done and out into the world. Most brand storytelling sucks. Read a book?

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The ROI of LOL: The need for laughter in an uncertain business world

Agility PR Solutions

The following is an excerpt from the newly released business-leadership book The ROI OF LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace, which is co-authored by Peppercomm founder and CEO Steve Cody and Chief Comedy Officer/professional comedian Clayton Fletcher.

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The Pros Weigh In: The Best Books for the Marketer on Your List

Polaris

There were always lots of presents under the tree (yes, I was spoiled), especially my favourite gift of all: books. When I was very young, there were picture books and children’s poetry (Robert Louis Stevenson and A. Today, books continue to be one of my favourite gifts—for giving and receiving. 2 Kathi Kruse. Here, here!

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Common Ground Between Storytelling and Leaders Who Inspire

Ishmael's Corner

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. He’s part of what I refer to as the “storytelling posse” on Twitter, those evangelizing business storytelling 140 characters at a time. Techniques For Effective Business Communications. I can’t pinpoint exactly when I met Raf Stevens.

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Hillary Clinton, a Cigar and the Power of Storytelling

Ishmael's Corner

The Art Of Storytelling In Business Communications And Public Relations. By Raf Stevens Storytelling is a powerful weapon. In my book, “Leadership, Storytelling and the Power of Connection,” I offer guidelines for telling a good story that creates an emotional connection with employees, customers or other stakeholders.

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Talking About the Great Outdoors: Q&A With Acclaimed Storyteller Baratunde Thurston

PRSay

Thurston is an Emmy-nominated storyteller and producer, recognized for his work at the intersection of race, tech, democracy and climate. I’ve told a lot of stories in many formats throughout my career: cable television, YouTube series, podcasts, books, public speaking, social media live events, standup comedy shows.

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ICON 2023 Recap: Michele Norris on Inspiring Unity and Inclusion

PRSay

I feel like we are fellow journeymen because I am a storyteller and story collector just like you,” she told attendees, noting that her focus today was primarily on the importance of gathering people’s stories through the lens of The Race Card Project. A book based on the project is out in January. Your Story. Please Send.”