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You can enhance your understanding of Lean Thinking by exploring the concept of Kamishibai, a Japanese word meaning "paper theater." In this context, it refers to a visual management tool that communicates key performance indicators and operational standards straightforwardly. By using storytelling and visuals, you can engage your team and drive process improvements. #Effectivecommunication #Kamishibai #LeanDailyManagement #ManagementDashboards #ResistancetoChange #visualmanagement

Building Complex Characters 👤 Breathing Life into Your Story 👤 Characters are the heart of any story. The more complex and layered your characters, the more they resonate with readers. Let’s explore how to create characters that feel real and compelling. Key Elements of Complex Characters: Depth: Complex characters have multiple layers. Sirf unki superficial traits nahi, balki unke fears, desires, aur secrets bhi define karte hain. 🌊 Growth: Characters should evolve over time. Unke experiences aur challenges ke through woh grow aur change hote hain. 🌱 Relatability: Even the most fantastical characters need relatable qualities. Readers ko unke emotions aur struggles samajh aani chahiye. ❤️ Tips for Creating Complex Characters: Backstory: Har character ka ek detailed backstory hona chahiye. This informs their actions and decisions. Example: Ek character jo bachpan mein bullied tha, shayad self-confidence issues face karega. 📚 Flaws: Perfect characters boring hote hain. Give your characters flaws that make them more human. Example: Ek brave hero who is afraid of failure. 🌟 vs. 😨 Conflicting Traits: Real people have conflicting traits, and so should your characters. Ek character jo kind aur generous hai, woh kabhi kabhi selfish aur impulsive bhi ho sakta hai. 🌺 vs. 🔥 Character Development Techniques: Show, Don’t Tell: Instead of telling the readers that a character is brave, show it through their actions. Example: “She stood her ground despite the danger” instead of “She was brave.” 🌿 Dialogue: Use dialogue to reveal character traits. Example: Ek character jo sarcastic aur witty hai, uski conversations se yeh traits samajh aayenge. 🗣️ Internal Monologue: Internal thoughts give insight into a character’s mind. Yeh technique unke true feelings aur conflicts ko reveal kar sakti hai. 🧠 Final Thoughts: Creating complex characters is essential for engaging storytelling. Jaise-jaise readers unke layers explore karte hain, they become more invested in their journeys. ✍️ Let’s craft characters that feel alive, relatable, and unforgettable! 🌟

Real-life Analogies are great storytelling tools. But there are other interesting ways you didn't know → Cross-industry analogies Tell an interesting story about some other niches and share how you can implement that in yours Ex: Chinese don't believe in religion they work for the country's growth as "CHINESE" Similarly, employees should work towards the common goal instead of restricting themselves to their departments (You'll understand it better if you check Sarthak Ahuja's insta page) → Real life experiences Nothing beats this. I'm telling you, Nothing beats this! Start with a twist and slowly unwind the actual story Example: There was someone lurking in my house when we got back I looked around for my dog where he usually wanders Not finding him there got me even more worried What happened to the dog? Did someone break in? I went in cautiously & found that someone had actually broken in! but that was my dog himself! and then I realized that I'd left the door unlocked Lesson learned! PS: WHat's your go-to story telling technique?

My Sunday #Learning I'm immersed in Comics, Stories, and Technical Manuals this week for decoding what can be tricky areas for example set-plays for People Capability, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Alignment of Purpose, Value, and Customer. As an example learning there's a concept of 'closure' I'm fascinated by and been unpicking. A good summary take on it here referencing the same book as I've shared previously: "We create stories that are incomplete visually, but do so intentionally; that is, by holding back certain information, we truly engage the viewer's mind. As the animation progresses, viewers subconsciously fill in the gaps, making connections between ideas that may seem to be unrelated at first glance. This isn't about concealing information; it's about encouraging active participation. And by doing so, we help inform, teach, enable, and evoke— guiding our audience to new realizations through the power of visual closure." Andrew Park (thank you!) https://lnkd.in/e8HDA-69 Also, related to the 'gutter' which is the space between the panels. Thanks to Dr Susanne Evans for a reminder on Story Structure at her wonderful Book Launch this week for her new book 'Change Stories'. You can catch Susanne and other Story related events through the Change Management Institute if you search for 'Storytelling'. If you want to catch-up around these or any other topic I'd love to chew things over. https://lnkd.in/evAm7uqT https://lnkd.in/eJS8Nqkc #story #change

Mastering the Art of Combining Ideas: Tips for Creative Problem-Solving In a world that demands constant innovation, the ability to combine ideas creatively is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. Whether you’re tackling challenges at work, brainstorming a new project, or simply looking for a fresh perspective, mastering the art of combining ideas can lead to breakthrough solutions. Here’s how you can #ArtofCombiningideas #CreativeProblemSolving #Mastering >>> Read more

Robert McKee once said: "Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world." And luckily, storytelling is a skill anyone can learn. But most have never tried to master it - because no one shows them where to start. So here are 5 of the best threads on crafting compelling narratives (so you can start learning today): 1. @RyanHoliday's timeless thread breaking down the key elements of great storytelling: • Having a hook to grab attention • Vivid sensory details to transport the reader • Relatable characters to foster emotional connection • A narrative arc with rising action • A satisfying resolution 2. @SahilBloom's brilliant analysis of why the Origin Story is such a powerful narrative device for companies: • Makes the founders human and accessible • Conveys the core "why" behind the brand • Creates underdog appeal that attracts fans • Foreshadows world-changing ambition 3. @JamesClear's insightful thread on how to tell more engaging stories when teaching concepts: • Start with a short, surprising anecdote • Raise a thought-provoking question • Sprinkle in relatable examples and metaphors • Build curiosity before revealing the lesson 4. @NatEudene's guide to using the ancient Story Grid framework: • Beginning Hook • Industrious protagonist with a desire • Increasing challenges and complications • Pivotal choice that raises the stakes • Climactic struggle to reach the goal 5. @YoungNarratives' masterclass on developing compelling characters: • Give them clear motivations and vulnerabilities • Create multi-dimensional personalities • Let them make mistakes and poor decisions • Show them growing and evolving over time Study these threads, and you'll be a master storyteller in no time! Let me know if you need any other examples.

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The power of storytelling lies in its ability to connect, engage, and influence people on an emotional and intellectual level. Through stories, complex ideas can be simplified, human experiences can be shared, and cultures and values can be preserved. Here's steps for Powerful storytelling. Formula ---SCQA S- Situation C-Complication Q- Question A- Answer

✨ Dialogue Tip: External vs. Internal In big-picture terms, there are two types of dialogue you can use in storytelling: external dialogue and internal dialogue (or internal monologue). The purpose of external dialogue, when characters speak out loud (either to themselves or to each other), is to: - Put characters in action, by providing character interaction (or just action) in a scene. ➡ This can be through spoken dialogue or nonverbal communication (e.g., body language). - Give insight into the relationships between characters, and show how those relationships develop—or even fall apart. The purpose of internal dialogue (also called internal monologue), is to: - Put the reader inside a specific character’s head. ➡ This means internal dialogue is subjective! ➡ *Internal dialogue doesn’t necessarily mean the POV character shares direct thoughts (e.g., Yeah, that was definitely weird, thought Alan.) with the reader. It’s more of the POV character filtering, or narrating, the story through their voice. This voice is not the same as the writer’s voice. - Give the reader insight on a specific character’s identity and personality. Both external dialogue and internal dialogue: - Give the reader insight into character. - Develop character. - Convey information to readers in order to move the story forward. Read more: https://lnkd.in/efngAcPx

STORYTELLING, the hidden ART According to an article in Harvard @hbrarabia about storytelling and its necessity for the financial and business sector, some organizations have created a job title for this, under the name (storytelling manager). I also talked about what Bill Baker, director and founder of BB & Co., which specializes in strategic stories, said: Entities that integrate storytelling into strategic planning efforts contribute effectively to influencing human nature, in order to achieve more meaning, focus, and productivity. Writer David Pogee stated in his book “Storytelling Practices in Companies” that organizations that support their vision and goals with narratives and stories help unleash the imagination and allow people to exchange emotions. Difficulties, experiences, and inspiration, and they also help in educating others. Stories have the magical quality of breaking down barriers and developing communication between people. Interestingly, Procter & Gamble has hired some Hollywood executives to teach their storytelling techniques to develop executives, and some business schools have added storytelling classes to their curricula. In a study also conducted by Simon from Ramon University in Spain, on “Including storytelling and ethics in the cultural change management process.” That is why we always strive in education production to make the story and the story a basic value for the film materials produced.