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Interviews
What to Know About Transformational Business Storytelling
In a recent interview with the National Storytelling Network, I share a few essentials for transformational storytelling in business. I discuss the link to social justice, the neuroscience of storytelling, how to best think about stories in organizations (thanks to Ella Saltmarshe -- see the link in the interview), and the connection between stories and better decision making.
I also talk about the 7 Signature Stories every organization/business person needs to tell. You can access the list here.
The Dynamics of Leadership and Business Storytelling
Here Sally J. Fox of Vital Presence interviews me about organizational life, leadership, and business storytelling. In particular we chat about the dynamics of storytelling -- how sharing stories builds relationships, influence, and strong cultures -- and offer tips and insights for listeners. Here's the link, and check out the other fabulous people Sally has interviewed.
Story Pros: Karen Dietz—Using Storytelling with Big Data and Transformation
In this episode, Karen talks about the importance of using storytelling in working with big data and how storytelling can be used for organizational transformation.
Harnessing the Power of the Story to Gain New Business
In this episode with sales guru Andy Paul of Zero Time Selling, Karen talks about how she turned her PhD in folklore into a successful business career, by helping leaders, entrepreneurs, and sales people, increase their impact, influence and income with the power of storytelling.
What I Learned From Karen Dietz, Co-Author of "Business Storytelling for Dummies"
Author and expert on CEO peer groups Ric Frazi recently interviewed me for his executive radio show, Critical Mass For Business.
The interview is 30 minutes long and Ric asked some great questions -- like "what's the difference between a storytelling and a story doing company?"
The Neuroscience Of Why Stories Sell With Karen Dietz / Salesman Podcast with Will Baron
On today's episode of the salesman podcast Karen is sharing how we can use stories to help pull our prospects through the buying journey. The Salesman Podcast is the world’s most download B2B sales and selling podcast
Building Trust and Relationships Through Storytelling
Great leadership is about trust and relationship building. In today’s competitive climate, trust can be challenging to build and maintain. Sharing stories is a key business tool for trust and relationship building and is a crucial skill for the future. In this episode of Story Powered™ Karen Dietz, author of Business Storytelling for Dummies and owner of Just Story It, tells us why story sharing is so important for a healthy corporate culture and how to find and share great stories within our business to build trust and show we are listening.
I share lots of good tips. Enjoy the show and story on!
Storytelling for Leaders: The Secret Weapon to Connecting and Communicating
I was interviewed recently by Trish Sadar for her Women's Leadership online Summit. I talk about the essential storytelling skills leaders need in order to galvanize their success. Enjoy this 30-minute program.
Two Great Questions from Karen Dietz
Interview # 3 with business storytelling guru Annette Simmons. Annette says, “This podcast includes a fantastic short clip from my first interview with Karen Dietz. I tell a story so she can demonstrate the questions she uses to encourage “reflection and flow.” It is less than ten minutes long.”
I think these two questions are unique — the best I’ve heard in a long time. You will have to listen to find out what they are but this one is short, and well worth the listen.
The Practice Of Leadership and Storytelling #2
In my follow-up interview with Annette Simmons of Group Process Consulting, and author of The Story Factor (one book of many), I suggests we forget the word “storytelling” and think instead in terms of story-sharing. Because then, it “becomes a process of thinking, listening, understanding and meaning-making.”
The Practice Of Leadership and Storytelling
LOL -- it's a terrible picture of me, but a terrific podcast. I was interviewed by Annette Simmons of Group Process Consulting, and the author of The Story Factor (one of many). We talk about the practice of storytelling and how this practice changes the teller once you add reflection to your process.
The Power of Narrative Leadership In Organizations
I'd just finished writing Business Storytelling For Dummies when I was interviewed by Mary Alice Arthur of GetSoaring.com. I share my story, talk briefly about the book, and focus on the power of organizational storytelling.
Building Business Trust And Relationships With Story
Lianne Picot interviews me for her radio show Story Powered on VoiceAmerica. I talk about the critical element of building trust and relationships with story.
