N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2020

Show me a great leader and I’ll show you a talented storyteller. Leadership and storytelling go hand-in-hand. In fact, leaders who lack the ability to leverage the power and influence of storytelling are missing the very essence of what accounts for compelling leadership begins with the story.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 17, 2025

GUEST POST from Greg Satell Some years back I was invited to visit the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton. Over the years many of the worlds greatest minds have taken up residence there. It was where Einstein worked till his death in 1955. It is a place, for me at least, in which stories […]

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

While some see it as a job disruptor, others recognize its potential as a catalyst for innovation. AI provides the raw power and speed, and the creative executive molds this into innovative strategies, products, and services. The future business landscape is not just about having AI; it’s about harnessing its power innovatively.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

One thing is clear: advances in technology have not been matched by the necessary innovation to our social structures. What is it about the top tech product companies such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Netflix and Tesla that enables their record of consistent innovation? If we live to 100, will we ever really stop working?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Today’s CMOs aren’t just the masterminds behind ad campaigns or marketing projects—they’re key players in driving business innovation , focusing on customer needs, and harnessing technology. Expertise in Brand Storytelling: Ability to craft and communicate a compelling brand narrative. A CMO wears many hats in the boardroom.

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Innovation Excellence

OCTOBER 15, 2016

Most innovations fail because they are too good, too smart, and too unfamiliar to the existing business to risk launching. The last phase of a full-cycle innovation process – storytelling – was rushed.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 18, 2023

By fostering open dialogue and valuing different perspectives , you’re not just encouraging innovation, but you’re also actively adapting to change. Embrace the varied cultural practices that enrich the season; similarly, leverage the diverse viewpoints within your organization. Is it a story of redemption and overcoming our worst nature ?

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Finally, he shows how collaboration, innovation, intellectual curiosity, storytelling, and creating change that lasts, helped him reach his goals. Further, to support innovative, cross-disciplinary thinking, I set a second ground rule: at the start, we don’t criticize ideas. Innovation. Storytelling.

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Decker Communication

AUGUST 3, 2023

Given the speed of AI-driven innovation, it’s clear that tech companies of all sizes are having a tough time getting their AI stories to resonate with buyers. But the challenge of AI storytelling for technology companies is different in a few fundamental ways. AI is ushering in an era of untold innovation.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 22, 2024

These statistics underscore the critical need for innovative talent development strategies to successfully navigate the ever-evolving landscape of work. Innovator’s Playground: Instead of merely encouraging innovation, create an innovator’s playground within your organization.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 19, 2017

Cathy is an amazing storyteller and story listener– and we enjoyed working with her audience to share our story in a recent webinar. And that’s how it is with storytelling. You develop cultures that foster innovation. Winning Well Connection Reflection. Why are stories so powerful? Here, teacher, is your water.”.

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Mills Scofield

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

BIF9 is almost here - I''m so so honored to be a storyteller (and still kind of amazed!). BIF9 Culture Innovation Leadership Networking Storytelling community' Thank you Maureen Tuthill for such an eloquent write up !

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CEO Insider

JANUARY 11, 2025

As founder of the AI Influencer Agency, Rozman leverages AI to create digital influencers that blend emotional storytelling with technological innovation. Ilia Rozmans rise from humble beginnings to leading an AI-focused marketing agency offers a case study in the evolving role of artificial intelligence in business.

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Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

The home improvement store chain Lowe’s was named #1 among Fast Company’s 2018 Most Innovative Companies, for augmented and virtual reality, as well as #1 for innovation among specialty retailers on Fortune’s 2018 World’s Most Admired Companies.

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LDRLB

AUGUST 27, 2012

There’s a growing body or research examining the effects of corporate stories and storytelling. Smith’s book Lead with a Story: A Guide to Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire offers a peak into companies from a variety of sectors who are using storytelling to their advantage.

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Mills Scofield

AUGUST 12, 2013

In 2011, I pitched a new job at my old job and became a full-time illustrator and storyteller for a non-profit. I founded United Way of Greater Portland’s LUbrary —the LIVE UNITED storytelling library—and forever fused my personal and professional lives. It’s a work in progress as well as a beacon for my tribe.

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LDRLB

MAY 18, 2012

Lindsey specializes in applying the principles of Improvisation and storytelling to organizational development and leadership, most recently as a member of the Education team at DreamWorks Animation. But is this mindset decreasing your organizational capacity for innovation? This is a guest post from Lindsey Caplan.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Why : Purpose and meaning - Humans are a storytelling species, and we value being a part of a meaningful story. He is published widely in academic management journals and magazines, and has published three previous books on design thinking and innovation, coworking, and activity based working (ABW). Does the company story resonate?

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2020

They feel motivated to work with others, to innovate, and to strive for extraordinary results. Humans are hardwired to learn through storytelling. When people work alongside genuine leaders, they become more willing to give their whole hearts and minds to the mission. This authenticity helps create trust with others.

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Rich Gee Group

APRIL 12, 2024

Master the Art of Storytelling Your resume will likely be rich with experiences and achievements from your long tenure. This is where storytelling comes into play. Remember, a recommendation from a trusted contact can significantly boost your chances of landing a role that's a perfect fit.

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Terry Starbucker

FEBRUARY 9, 2014

He then started Menlo Innovations in 2001, with the express purpose of ” bringing joy to the world through software “ Menlo has gone on to win the Alfred P. Sloan award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility for eight straight years and has earned five revenue awards from Inc. magazine.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Among the benefits that come to empathetic leaders, whether they are entrepreneurs or c-suite executives, are the following: Empathy is a catalyst for entrepreneurship or innovation. Empathetic leaders engender loyalty among both customers and employees. Empathetic leaders make good decisions because they are adept at processing information.

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Kevin Eikenberry

MAY 4, 2014

By David Meerman Scott and Richard Jurek It took more than science to get us to the moon – it took storytelling. Books Innovation Leadership Learning Apollo Program marketing PR' This book tells us that story – an important part of the Moon program not yet ever explored in this way.

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LDRLB

MAY 18, 2012

Lindsey specializes in applying the principles of Improvisation and storytelling to organizational development and leadership, most recently as a member of the Education team at DreamWorks Animation. But is this mindset decreasing your organizational capacity for innovation? Innovation creativity innovation motivation'

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Skip Prichard

DECEMBER 9, 2024

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change.” When their actions focus instead on experimenting with innovative technologies, tools, and mindsets, they are on the path to being future ready. I recognized the power of personal storytelling based on your lifes background and experiences.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Here are a selection of tweets from October 2012 that you might have missed: Story vs. Storytelling by @tomasacker. MaxMckeown: " A crisis is a terrible thing to waste." ~ The Truth About Innovation cc: Larry Page, Google. NPR Decision Time: Why Do Some Leaders Leave A Mark? Are You Prepared for Your Moment of Truth? by @jamesstrock.

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Innovation Excellence

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

Chad McAllister explores the connection between storytelling and innovation culture in an interivew/podcast. Continue reading →

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 11, 2010

But first here’s an important side note: If you are thinking “This isn’t for me, I’m not a storyteller,&# forget it! At each storytelling opportunity, she took from her backpack, a bright, fresh set of eyes and an inquisitive mind. She listened for the storyteller’s point. So she made notes.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This conversation highlights humor’s role in breaking down barriers, enhancing storytelling, and fostering a supportive workplace culture. He co-authored the recently released, ROI of LOL: How Laughter Breaks Down Walls, Drives Compelling Storytelling, and Creates a Healthy Workplace , which was published by HarperCollins Leadership.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MARCH 22, 2013

Storytelling. Whatever the nature and extent of a presentation, be it formal or informal, whatever the objective(s) and audience may be, you will probably have much greater success if you anchor the material in a human context. The best way to do that?

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Leading Blog

MAY 13, 2011

For example, innovation “requires the imagination to conceive of a new vision, the judgment to ensure this vision is practical and can be implemented, the empathy to anticipate how others will react to the new idea and to garner their support, and the courage to stick with a plan despite inevitable bumps in the road.” Can I control myself?

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Innovation Excellence

JANUARY 12, 2016

Mitch Ditkoff's new book teaches us why storytelling improves efficacy for whatever it is that we are trying to communicate. It's simple to do, opens minds, and shifts behavior in a positive way. Here are some reasons why. Continue reading →

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Leading Blog

JUNE 30, 2019

Why Most Corporate Innovation Programs Fail (And How To Make Them Succeed) via @Digitaltonto Greg Satell. The Real Reason Fans Hate the Last Season of #GameofThrones Sociological vs. Psychological storytelling. The Early Identifier focuses on three main areas of leadership potential: Achieve, Lead, and Grow. via @DDIworld.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In Supercommunicators , Charles Duhigg blends deep research and his trademark storytelling skills to show how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers that lurk beneath every conversation. She climbed the corporate ladder from the very bottom and overcame countless obstacles to reach the top of the cruise industry.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Marcella recaps, “Because of its role in enhancing collective capabilities like innovation, service quality, collaboration, and adaptability, compassion matters for competitive advantage. Shelley Row gives us some tips about how to take control of that storytelling.” Leadership and Storytelling.

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QAspire

MARCH 30, 2019

I created a series of sketch notes for Tiffani Bova’s “ What’s Next ” podcast where she meets brilliant people to discuss customer experience, growth and innovation. Tiffani Bova is a Global Customer Growth and Innovation Evangelist at Salesforce. I will post sketchnote versions of selected podcast episodes that enlightened me.

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Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

And after interviewing over 300 CEOs, leaders, and executives in 25 countries around the world about their use of storytelling in business, I finally have an answer. They started innovating with their product as well: Self-dosing lids, designer boxes, and packaging so soft you could curl up with it in bed when you’re sick.

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