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Working with Brian McDonald has been one of the most transformative investments of my life. The storytelling lessons I learned from him not only made me a better media contributor but directly contributed to my recognition with a journalism award in 2013. Brian's guidance, coupled with the wisdom of his accomplished network, has had a lasting impact on my professional growth. Even a decade later, I continue to apply his storytelling principles to new projects and leadership meetings, ensuring clarity and engagement in every presentation. #personalgrowth is #professionalgrowth

The power of storytelling is transformative. At a recent training we learned from Philipp Humm how small changes can lead to impactful change. https://lnkd.in/gC92rmJ5

The Art of Storytelling in Speaking. When I first started telling stories, I thought every detail mattered. I’d include every thought, every moment. The result? I’d lose people halfway through. It wasn’t until I learned the real art of storytelling that I understood: • Less is more. • It’s about connection, not perfection. And when you’ve practiced enough, the moments that truly land often aren’t even in your script. It’s the off-the-cuff moments that stick. In this video, I talk about how the power of words, especially the ones we say to ourselves can transform everything. Confidence comes with repetition, practice, and showing up prepared to freestyle.

📢 Storytellers, This Is Your Reminder! 📢 Storytelling 101 is back and enrolling for our next session starting January 9th, 2025! 📚✨ Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, this 4-week Zoom course is perfect for elevating your storytelling skills. 🌟 📅 Course Details: Dates: Jan 9, 16, 23 & 30 Time: 5:00 PM Eastern / 2:00 PM Pacific (Perfectly timed for East Coast residents!) Investment: $600 Total Spots: 24 Over the years, I’ve had the honor of teaching thousands of passionate storytellers and collaborating with incredible companies like Pixar, Sony, Cirque du Soleil, Lucasfilm, Jordan Peele’s Monkey Paw, and Respawn Entertainment. As the author of the acclaimed "Invisible Ink"—used by industry giants worldwide—and my latest graphic novel "Land of the Dead: From Brian McDonald, an expert on the narrative arts, comes a remarkable non-fiction graphic novel about the art of storytelling," along with cohosting the podcast "You Are a Storyteller," I'm excited to share my insights and experiences with you. 📖 Praise: "Brian McDonald has found yet another fresh and objective way to analyze how great stories function, and emboldens you to face the challenge of scaling whatever story mountain looms before you. If I manage to reach the summit of my next story it will be in no small part due to having read Invisible Ink." – Andrew Stanton, Director of WALL-E and Finding Nemo In this class, we’ll explore: ✨ What makes a story powerful 🛠️ Building compelling narratives 💡 Creating clear and impactful stories ❤️ Connecting emotionally with your audience Whether you’re in film, books, comics, or simply passionate about storytelling, this class is for you! Let’s continue crafting stories that inspire, motivate, and resonate. https://lnkd.in/grTzwRF5

2 storytelling rules I try to follow

Are you looking to enhance your storytelling skills? Discover the power of subtext in dialogue and learn how to create more authentic and engaging exchanges in our blog. #WritingTips #StoryCraft #DialogueCrafting Join the conversation! Share your thoughts on the importance of subtext in storytelling in the comments below. Let's learn from each other's experiences! 💬https://lnkd.in/d2iej35w

10 YouTube Storytelling Commandments | Tips for Content Creators

Story telling is the back bone of a good speech. They stick with your audience long after the information and data has been uttered. This video shares tips on effective storytelling.

A few story telling tips. Follow my company page for more tips like these.

Storytelling 101 Nobody cares about the facts & figures They care about the journey & emotion Make your story less about numbers And more about feelings & emotions... P.S.- Do you love reading educational posts or storytelling posts?