Storytelling is often talked about as a critical business skill, but where does that skill come from? For me, it was my Jamaican family, who made stories a cornerstone of my upbringing. My parents both emigrated to the United States before I was born. In fact, it was before they met each other. They first met at a bus stop in Brooklyn but didn't really connect with each other … [Read more...]
Use Stories To Captivate Your Audience
Have you ever been to a seminar where you thought the person on stage was a born speaker? They really pull you in and captivate you without you even realizing it. When you think back to these events, what do you remember? Chances are it was the stories the speaker told. You see these stories create a lasting impression. You can visualize and remember more of what was said. … [Read more...]