{"product_id":"stories-for-work-the-essential-guide-to-business-storytelling-paperback","title":"Stories for Work: The Essential Guide to Business Storytelling - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGabrielle Dolan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn the science and master the art of telling a great story\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e walks you through the science of storytelling, revealing the secrets behind great storytellers and showing you how to master the art of storytelling in business. Stories hold a unique place in our psyche, and the right story at the right time can be a game-changer in business; whether tragedy, triumph, tension or transition, a good story can captivate the listener and help you achieve your goals. In this book, author Gabrielle Dolan draws from a decade of training business leaders in storytelling to show you what works, why it works, when it works best and what \u003ci\u003enever\u003c\/i\u003e works. You'll learn how to create your own stories -- authentically yours, crafted to attain your goal -- and develop an instinct for sharing when the time is right. In-depth case studies feature real-world people in real-world businesses, showing how storytelling has changed the way they work, motivate and lead -- providing clear examples of the power of this enormously effective skill. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStorytelling gives you an edge. Whether you're after a promotion, a difficult client, a big sale or leading through transition, a great story can help you smooth the road and seal the deal. This book is your personal coach for masterful storytelling, with expert guidance and lessons learned from real-world business leaders. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn why storytelling grabs attention and helps your message get through\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster the four types of stories used in business settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInfuse your stories with the personal to highlight your vision and values\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCraft a selection of stories to pull out at pivotal business moments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe oral tradition has ancient roots that unite all humans, and despite our myriad modern distractions, we still respond to a well-told story. \u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e helps you put this dynamic to work for you in any business scenario.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Sharing stories creates a more open relationship and environment. Openness builds trust, trust enables people to unleash their potential and unleashing potential increases performance. Gabrielle Dolan, a global thought leader in authentic leadership, shines a light on using stories at work to improve performance. This book takes you on a wonderful journey into how and when to use stories, a brilliant reminder that stories never go out of fashion. But, like knowing which brooch, scarf or tie you can pull out of the wardrobe after years and add to your outfit and still look great, selecting the right story for the right time is imperative. Thanks for the insights Gabrielle.'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Michelle Loader, \u003c\/b\u003e CEO, Chandler Macleod \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Gabrielle Dolan is clearly Australia's leading corporate storytelling expert and her latest book, \u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e, is brilliant.'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Matt Church, \u003c\/b\u003e Founder, Thought Leaders Global, Author of \u003ci\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'\u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e will give you everything you need to be more inspiring and effective in your business communications. A must read business book!'\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Michael Ebeid, CEO \u0026amp; Managing Director, SBS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat would you rather do, sit through another dry presentation full of pie charts and spreadsheets, or listen to a good story well told?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat would have a greater impact on your staff, your clients and your customers, a spreadsheet or a memorable story?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003ci\u003eThe Odyssey\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eThe Bible, Aesop's Fables\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003e1984\u003c\/i\u003e, memorable and motivational information has always been passed down through generations in the form of stories. And, as world-class business storytelling expert Gabrielle Dolan vividly demonstrates in \u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e, stories can also give you the edge in business. She explains the science behind the awesome power of stories to persuade people and foster change, and she walks you, step-by-step, through the process of crafting your own business stories and strategically sharing them to achieve your business goals. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePacked with case studies drawn from Dolan's extensive experience as a consultant to leading companies world-wide, \u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e helps you to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eunderstand why storytelling grabs attention and helps you get your message across\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003emaster the four types of stories used in business settings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003einfuse your stories with the personal to highlight your vision and values\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ecraft a selection of stories to tell at pivotal business moments.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether it's for closing a deal, getting a promotion or leading an organisation through difficult change, \u003ci\u003eStories for Work\u003c\/i\u003e is like a magic talisman that imbues you with the power to charm and motivate people and to realise your goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGABRIELLE DOLAN\u003c\/b\u003e is a global thought leader on authentic leadership and storytelling. She works with high-profile leaders from around the globe, helping them to become better leaders and communicators using the art of business storytelling. She is the best-selling author of \u003ci\u003eIgnite: Real Leadership, Real Talk, Real Results\u003c\/i\u003e and co-author of \u003ci\u003eHooked: How leaders connect engage and inspire with storytelling.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 8.9 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 01, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52478327456051,"sku":"9780730343295","price":32.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/a3Bqd1NxeWtNaFkxVlViSHhpbTdadz09.webp?v=1759640281","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/products\/stories-for-work-the-essential-guide-to-business-storytelling-paperback","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}