How to Tell Short Stories When the Stakes are High – A Conversation
I just had the opportunity to sit down with Park Howell who’s life’s work is focused on the business of story. We had a blast during his podcast and covered some serious ground.
Talking Technique Ep 07: Why don’t you… embrace experimenting?
When we are willing to shift our mindsets and allow ourselves to consider trying something new as an experiment, it actually gives us the permission to fail and reevaluate if need be.
Talking Technique Ep 06: Why don’t you… tailor your talk to your audience?
Be sensitive to the needs of your audience. Even your signature talk will need to be adjusted to better fit the specifics of the audience at hand.
Talking Technique Ep 05: Why don’t you… have a love affair with pauses?
You can use pausing in your storytelling. You can use pausing in your lessons. You can use pausing to draw attention to a moment.
Talking Technique Ep 04: Why don’t you… follow your fear?
Fear can seem debilitating at times yet in truth, fear is one of the best guides you can have on your team. When choose to follow that fear and move towards it, this can produce some of your best work.
Talking Technique Ep 03: Why don’t you… look them in the eye?
Use direct eye contact to make a personal connection to your audience members. Beware though, there’s a right way and a wrong way to do this.
Talking Technique Ep 02: Why don’t you… allow your audience to FEEL?
Your audience wants an experience worth remembering. You can provide that, and more, if you design your talk to evoke an emotional response for the viewer.
Talking Technique Ep 01: Why don’t you… open your talk with a story?
Our brains are wired to respond to emotional content, so start with story.
Client Confidential Ep 07: How do you… earn invitations?
Invitations to speak can come at any time. Be ready. Be visible. Be prepared to pitch. Be topical. When you are, those invitations will not catch you off guard.
Client Confidential Ep 06: How do you… leave impressions?
If you want your audience to remember you long after you have left the spotlight, focus on three areas: extraordinary content, expressive movement on stage, and compelling storytelling.