EPISODE 7 (50) STORYTELLER - polish your storytelling skills to make a bigger impact

This week Andrew brings the power of storytelling to life by telling you...yes, a story!

In his story, he tells how someone at work wanted a pay rise and used the art and science of storytelling to win one. Winning was against the odds, too, as pay rises were rare and rates were moving in the wrong direction.

During this tale of daring-do, Andrew outlines some of the critical questions you need to address in devising your story.

He draws attention to two specific dangers. The first is thinking you are no good at storytelling, and the second is believing that you are already brilliant at it.

Neither should prevent you from using storytelling well to your advantage at work. You need good preparation.

Plus, a focus on some of the critical questions your need to answer in devising your story,  such as what do you want those on the receiving to do as a result of hearing your story?

As usual, the Podcast ends with three clear actions you can take.

There's also the reminder that you can find more at the 50Ways.site, where you can become a Founding Member. This gives you access to the Podcast transcripts and further reading based on Andrew's research, saving you from scouring the Internet for the best articles.

All 50 Ways podcasts end with three actions you can take today to do better at Asking.

Can't wait for Series 2 to run its course? Then buy Andrew's new book, published on Amazon, and there's also an Audio version.

Further reading and videos: Andrew recommends some useful follow-through material which you can find for each episode at

www.myhappinessatwork.com/reading/categories/research-reading

and

www.myhappinessatwork.com/watch.

BOOK:
The 50 Ways to Succeed at Work book is a standalone companion to Andrew Leigh's weekly podcasts.
It's an essential resource for all job starters and those at work for a few years.
Dip in and out and take what seems helpful.

www.myhappinessatwork.com/book