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Dave Bricker: StorySailing®

Dave Bricker: StorySailing®

Business Transformation Through Storytelling

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Are Your Messages Missing the Mark?

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on May 25, 2021 by Dave BrickerApril 27, 2021
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Are your messages missing the mark? Are your stories clear and accurate or are your meanings lost in translation? The storyteller’s challenge is to convert abstract and intangible ideas, experiences, emotions, and memories into sounds or characters on a page … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Storytellers: Be a Journeyist, Not a Journalist

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on November 10, 2020 by Dave BrickerNovember 11, 2020

Be a journeyist, not a journalist. The purpose of a speech is to transform the audience—to elicit some change in thought, feeling, or action. The purpose of the audience is not to help you unburden yourself of your story. Life … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

I-We-You. Tips for Speakers and Writers

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on October 27, 2020 by Dave BrickerMarch 11, 2022
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I-We-You. You’re addressing an audience. When should you switch from the inclusive “we” to the more personal “you?” When is it acceptable to use “I?” When talking about your own experiences, use “I.” Listeners will follow your story as long … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Who Are You to Judge?

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on September 1, 2020 by Dave BrickerSeptember 1, 2020

Have you ever been disappointed with a judge’s call—in a courtroom, on a ball field, or in a contest? Who are you to judge? In August of 2020, I watched eight finalists compete in the World Championship of Public Speaking, … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Potent Verbs Spice Up Your Storytelling

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on August 18, 2020 by Dave BrickerAugust 18, 2020
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Verbs are the engines that move your writing, your speaking,  and your readers, but many authors don’t spend enough time choosing the right ones. If your writing was an electric guitar, your verbs would be the volume, tone, and distortion … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Is Your Story Big Enough?

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on August 4, 2020 by Dave BrickerJuly 18, 2020
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Is your story big enough? The following passage from The Story Story describes a common speaker’s dilemma. Too many meaningful stories go untold because we fear they’re not as big as someone else’s.   “He’s got to be a motivational … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

If I Can Do It, You Can Do It Stories: Speaking Mistakes

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on July 21, 2020 by Dave BrickerJuly 24, 2020
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If I can do it, you can do it! Well … maybe. Is your story about your extraordinary personal journey? Talking about yourself for your own sake will be perceived by listeners as narcissism or seeking validation. Stories of dramatic … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Who’s Your Meeting Monster?

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on June 23, 2020 by Dave BrickerJune 3, 2020
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What is a meeting monster? My daughter asked me to spend some time with her. “I can’t right now,” I replied. I’m the meeting monitor today.” She shot me a funny look. “Daddy, what’s a meeting monster?” The name stuck. … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Speakers, Never Say You’re Sorry

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on May 26, 2020 by Dave BrickerApril 27, 2020

Love means never having to say you’re sorry. “I’m sorry, but I had only an hour to put this speech together.” “I’m sorry … I need to look at my notes.” “I’m sorry to get started late; the traffic was … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

Stage Fright: Turn Nervous into Service

Dave Bricker: StorySailing® Posted on May 12, 2020 by Dave BrickerMay 15, 2020

Advice on how to deal with stage fright ranges from absurd (don’t picture the audience naked unless you’re speaking at a super-model convention—and that could be distracting) to just plain useless. The popular assumption is that people are naturally fearful … READ MORE→

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Every two weeks, I send out a new article about business communication. Storytelling, writing, and presentation skills are common topics, though I've been known to throw in an occasional oddball post around the holidays. Your questions and comments are always welcome!

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