In this episode, I chat with best-selling author, TedX and keynote speaker, and lifelong storyteller Doug Thompson to discuss the opportunities storytelling brings to professionals inside and out of the workplace.  Together, Doug and I unpack the various benefits and tactics to effective storytelling, and how even if you’re not a “natural,” you can develop the confidence to tell stories that captivate.

For anyone looking to build relationships - maybe you’re on the job hunt, you’re building a network of friends or connections, or you’re presenting a project next week at work - this is the episode for you!

If you want to skip ahead:

01:55 - Doug’s career story.

04:37 - Doug’s definition of a “good job.”

06:20 - The easiest key to effective storytelling.

07:39 - The 1st step to building a story.

08:33 - Why you should empathize with your audience.

14:49 - Storytelling with friends vs. with coworkers.

15:44 - Blending personal stories with professional environments.

17:01 - Looking inward before sharing outward.

18:39 - Managing subconscious blockers and building confidence.

21:43 - Formula for making a story your own.

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Doug’s Website: https://thedougthompson.com/ 

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