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Ep. 358 STORYTELLING MISTAKES?

· 34 min · Episode 358

Episode Ep. 358 STORYTELLING MISTAKES?

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Everyone appreciates a story, and the difference between a good story and an unforgettable story comes down to a few mistakes that many speakers make.

In this episode, Mark and Darren discuss common storytelling mistakes, offer ways to avoid them, and share techniques for making your stories unforgettable.

SNIPPETS:

• Do a walkthrough with a proven process

• Learn what constitutes a 'well-told story'

• Avoid narration only

• Include a solid setup to provide context

• Identify 'COMPELLEMENTS' – compelling moments in each story

• Don't forget emotional shifts

• Clarify the hero's 'DE-WHY-RE'…their deeper WHY

• Commit to digging deeper

• Include dialogue infused with emotion

• Decide when to use internal dialogue

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