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| Author | : Paul Smith |
| Publisher | : AMACOM Div American Mgmt Assn |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2012 |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : 0814420303 |
Storytelling has come of age in the business world. Today, many of the most successful companies use storytelling as a leadership tool. At Nike, all senior executives are designated "corporate storytellers." 3M banned bullet points years ago and replaced them with a process of writing "strategic narratives." Procter Gamble hired Hollywood directors to teach its executives storytelling techniques. Some forward-thinking business schools have even added storytelling courses to their management curriculum. The reason for this is simple: Stories have the ability to engage an audience the way logic and bullet points alone never could. Whether you are trying to communicate a vision, sell an idea, or inspire commitment, storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Lead with a Story contains both ready-to-use stories and how-to guidance for readers looking to craft their own. Designed for a wide variety of business challenges, the book shows how narrative can help: * Define culture and values * Engender creativity and innovation * Foster collaboration and build relationships * Provide coaching and feedback * Lead change * And more Whether in a speech or a memo, communicated to one person or a thousand, storytelling is an essential skill for success. Complete with examples from companies like Kellogg's, Merrill-Lynch, Procter Gamble, National Car Rental, Wal-Mart, Pizza Hut, and more, this practical resource gives readers the guidance they need to deliver stories to stunning effect.
| Author | : Jordan Rosenfeld |
| Publisher | : Writer's Digest Books |
| Total Pages | : 288 |
| Release | : 2007-11-23 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 9781582974798 |
Write Scenes that Move Your Story Forward In Make a Scene, author Jordan E. Rosenfeld takes you through the fundamentals of strong scene construction and explains how other essential fiction-writing techniques, such as character, plot, and dramatic tension, must function within the framework of individual scenes in order to provide substance and structure to the overall story. You'll learn how to: Craft an opening scene that hooks readers and foreshadows supporting scenes Develop various scene types - from the suspenseful to the dramatic to the contemplative - that are distinct and layered Tailor character and plot around specific scene types to better convey the nuances of your storyline Create resonating climactic and final scenes that stay with readers long after they've finished your work
| Author | : Kate Farrell |
| Publisher | : Mango Media Inc. |
| Total Pages | : 219 |
| Release | : 2020-06-16 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1642501980 |
A straightforward guide to creating a great story that keeps your audience riveted. The art of telling stories has been around as long as humans. And in today’s noisy, techy, automated world, storytelling is not only prevalent?it’s vital. Whether you're interested in enlivening verbal communication, building your business brand, making presentations, sharing family wisdom, or performing on stage, Story Power shows you how to make use of a good story. Telling stories is the most effective verbal communication?if you know how to use it. Story Power provides techniques for creating and framing personal stories alongside effective tips for telling them in any setting. Plus, this book models stories with unique storytelling examples, exercises, and prompts, as well as storytelling techniques for delivery in a spontaneous, authentic style. Story Power is an engaging, lively guide to the art of telling stories from author and librarian Kate Farrell, a seasoned storyteller and founder of the Word Weaving Storytelling Project. In Story Power, more than twenty skillful contributors with a range of diverse voices share their secrets to creating, crafting, and telling tales. In this book discover: How to share your own coming-of-age stories and family folklore The importance of a personal branding story and storytelling marketing Seven Steps to Storytelling, along with helpful tools, organizers, and media options With a foreword by New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Susan Wittig Albert Praise for Story Power “You can read a lot of books that tell you how to tell a story. Unlike them, Story Power illustrates the art, with twenty-one diverse voices and fascinating tales that entertain as you learn how to create and craft personal stories of all types.” —Nina Amir, bestselling author of How to Blog a Book, The Author Training Manual, and Creative Visualization for Writers “Mining her own experiences, Farrell offers small narrative gems alongside craft tips, commentary, and writing samples from an impressive list of acclaimed writers. Learn travel writing from Lisa Alpine, for example, or keys to crafting adventure stories from Mary Mackey, or personal branding from Marissa Moss . . . . Engaging and accessible, Story Power will help you jump-start and sustain your writing practice.” —Mary Volmer, author of Reliance, Illinois
| Author | : Jack Hart |
| Publisher | : University of Chicago Press |
| Total Pages | : 320 |
| Release | : 2021-04-08 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 022673708X |
Jack Hart, master writing coach and former managing editor of the Oregonian, has guided several Pulitzer Prize–winning narratives to publication. Since its publication in 2011, his book Storycraft has become the definitive guide to crafting narrative nonfiction. This is the book to read to learn the art of storytelling as embodied in the work of writers such as David Grann, Mary Roach, Tracy Kidder, and John McPhee. In this new edition, Hart has expanded the book’s range to delve into podcasting and has incorporated new insights from recent research into storytelling and the brain. He has also added dozens of new examples that illustrate effective narrative nonfiction. This edition of Storycraft is also paired with Wordcraft, a new incarnation of Hart’s earlier book A Writer’s Coach, now also available from Chicago.
| Author | : Lisa Cron |
| Publisher | : Ten Speed Press |
| Total Pages | : 290 |
| Release | : 2016-08-09 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1607748908 |
Following on the heels of Lisa Cron's breakout first book, Wired for Story, this writing guide reveals how to use cognitive storytelling strategies to build a scene-by-scene blueprint for a riveting story. It’s every novelist’s greatest fear: pouring their blood, sweat, and tears into writing hundreds of pages only to realize that their story has no sense of urgency, no internal logic, and so is a page one rewrite. The prevailing wisdom in the writing community is that there are just two ways around this problem: pantsing (winging it) and plotting (focusing on the external plot). Story coach Lisa Cron has spent her career discovering why these methods don’t work and coming up with a powerful alternative, based on the science behind what our brains are wired to crave in every story we read (and it’s not what you think). In Story Genius Cron takes you, step-by-step, through the creation of a novel from the first glimmer of an idea, to a complete multilayered blueprint—including fully realized scenes—that evolves into a first draft with the authority, richness, and command of a riveting sixth or seventh draft.
| Author | : Arlene F. Marks |
| Publisher | : R&L Education |
| Total Pages | : 241 |
| Release | : 2014-03-04 |
| Genre | : Education |
| ISBN | : 1475807341 |
The “Literacy: Made for All” series is a classroom-ready, teacher-friendly resource for English and Writing teachers of Grades 9 through 12. Organized buffet style, it is designed to complement an existing English curriculum by providing a tested repertoire of strategies for teaching both writing skills and literary analysis techniques. STORY CRAFTING focuses on the creation, editing, polishing and sharing of short stories and longer prose fiction. Benefits and Features: tested and proven effective at all learning levels, from Remedial to Pre-AP provides complete lesson plans including reproducible materials can be implemented as is or modified to suit individual teaching styles and/or students' needs each skill, assignment or project begins by 'teaching the teacher', giving an inexperienced teacher the knowledge to provide effective instruction first time out and the confidence to modify and experiment thereafter comprised of reading, writing, literary criticism and language-study components moves students from writing effectively to reading analytically (approaching text from the authoring point of view), a proven, highly successful methodology can turn any English course into a Literacy course extremely versatile and cost-effective can deepen an existing English course or complete the framework for a new one
| Author | : Shu Chen Hou |
| Publisher | : Shu chen Hou |
| Total Pages | : 43 |
| Release | : |
| Genre | : Business & Economics |
| ISBN | : |
Inspire and Motivate: Become a master storyteller and unlock the power to inspire change, mobilize teams, and foster resilience in the face of challenges. Influence with Ethics: Understand the psychology of persuasion through storytelling, and use it responsibly and ethically to connect with diverse audiences. Foster Empathy and Compassion: Bridge cultural, social, and generational gaps through empathetic storytelling, promoting understanding and compassion in leadership and relationships. Why Choose "The Power of Storytelling"? This book is more than just words on a page; it's a transformational journey that will revolutionize the way you communicate, inspire, and connect. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, a business professional, or an aspiring storyteller, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the tools you need to succeed. What Readers are Saying: "Incredible insights! This book has completely changed the way I communicate with my team and clients. A must-read for any business leader!" - John, CEO "Finally, a book that truly understands the essence of storytelling. It's a compelling guide for anyone looking to make an impact with their words." - Sarah, Marketing Specialist Take Your First Step towards Success: Embrace the power of storytelling and unlock a world of endless possibilities. Are you ready to transform your personal and business success? Grab your copy of "The Power of Storytelling: Crafting Compelling Narratives for Personal and Business Success" now and embark on a journey of inspiration, influence, and connection like never before.
| Author | : Nancy Lamb |
| Publisher | : Penguin |
| Total Pages | : 272 |
| Release | : 2008-11-17 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1599634449 |
Master the Power of Story When you consider the thousands of years of storytelling that comprise our literary tradition, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the shadow of so many works. But there are common threads that link all stories--from Beowulf and Hamlet to Gone With the Wind and The Godfather to the story you're drafting right now in your head. These threads form the foundation that supports story--a foundation Nancy Lamb shows you how to access and master. Whether you're writing a novel, a memoir, or a screenplay, The Art and Craft of Storytelling offers time-tested ways to translate a concrete idea into a polished work. In this book, you will find strategies for: • Creating a successful a beginning, middle, and end while moving smoothly from one stage to the next • Crafting memorable characters, choosing the best point of view for your story, and constructing authentic, compelling dialogue • Integrating and navigating the more subtle elements of story, such as voice, tone, premise, and theme • Understanding genres and subgenres and how they apply to your story • Structuring plots that transform a ho-hum story into a page-turning read The Art and Craft of Storytelling gives you all the tools you need to contribute your own story to our great tradition, to open new worlds to your readers, and to introduce new ways of thinking. This is the power and purpose of story. And by your writing, this is the tradition you honor.
| Author | : Ethel Rackin |
| Publisher | : Broadview Press |
| Total Pages | : 218 |
| Release | : 2024-09-13 |
| Genre | : Language Arts & Disciplines |
| ISBN | : 1037700082 |
Portable, accessible, affordable, and packed with engaging examples, Crafting Stories is a friendly introduction to writing short fiction. It encourages students to read fiction actively, with a writer’s eye, and to approach their own work in a spirit of adventure without sacrificing rigor. It makes the elements of story-craft more engaging to student readers, so that beginning writers can see greater progress reflected in their short stories over the course of a single semester.
| Author | : Christopher Lee |
| Publisher | : Packt Publishing Ltd |
| Total Pages | : 192 |
| Release | : 2023-08-11 |
| Genre | : Computers |
| ISBN | : 183763226X |
Proven techniques, best practices, and tips for writing effective user stories, leveraging user story mapping, and expert interviews to deliver high value to users Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Learn how to write and implement effective user stories to improve product development Discover techniques to gather requirements, prioritize, and refine user stories Handle stakeholder expectations, communicate user stories, and incorporate user feedback Book DescriptionThe Art of Crafting User Stories is a must-read for product managers, UX professionals, and product developers dedicated to creating meaningful digital experiences. This book provides a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to empower you to master the techniques for creating user stories that drive effective product development. This book takes you on a journey from identifying and capturing user needs, goals, and perspectives through user stories, to crafting impactful stories for design choices and organizing tasks efficiently. You’ll learn how to define the problem area, recognize user personas, and develop user scenarios with the aid of real-world examples, practical tips, and exercises designed to help you develop your skills in crafting user-centered experiences. Moreover, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of user stories, their role in Agile development, and how to use them to plan and manage products effectively. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to improve the quality and efficiency of your own products by applying the hands-on practical skills to create compelling digital experiences that resonate with users and stay relevant in the market.What you will learn Leverage user personas in product development for prioritizing features and guiding design decisions Communicate with stakeholders to gather accurate information for writing user stories Avoid common mistakes by implementing best practices for user story development Estimate the time and resources required for each user story and incorporate estimates into the product plan Apply product frameworks and techniques for user story prioritization and requirement elicitation Benefit from the experiences, insights, and practices of experts in the field of user story mapping Who this book is forIf you're interested in learning about user stories, as a product management method in Agile development, this book is for you. It's suitable for anyone involved in software development, including product managers, product owners, Agile coaches, designers, product analysts, and developers. Although prior experience with Agile development is not expected, a basic understanding of software development will be beneficial.
