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How do you learn from other storytellers who use humor and emotion effectively?

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Humor and emotion are powerful tools for storytellers, whether they are writing a novel, giving a speech, or conducting an interview. They can help you connect with your audience, convey your message, and create memorable impressions. But how do you learn from other storytellers who use humor and emotion effectively? Here are some tips to help you improve your storytelling skills by observing and analyzing how others do it.

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Capture real-life humor:

Documenting the candid moments of everyday life can yield authentic, relatable stories. Share and reflect on these instances to develop a knack for finding humor in the mundane.
Observe and adapt:

Learn from observational humor by noticing the quirks in daily life and using them to craft stories that resonate. It's a way to connect with your audience through shared experiences.

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1 Read and watch

One of the best ways to learn from other storytellers is to read and watch their work. Choose a variety of genres, formats, and styles, and pay attention to how they use humor and emotion to engage their readers or viewers. How do they set up jokes, use irony, or surprise their audience? How do they create tension, suspense, or empathy? How do they balance humor and emotion with other elements, such as plot, character, or theme? Take notes, highlight, or bookmark the parts that make you laugh, cry, or think.

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Barbara Levenson Schweitzer

President at Levenson Schweitzer Attorney Placement, Inc. California-based legal recruiter and interview coach with 35 years of experience.
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I'm a big fan of observational comedians. Even though their objective is to make us laugh, I often learn something in the process. Years ago, I saw a comedian talk about how women pack to go on a trip. She observed the following: "women pack for every contingency. We bring all types of shoes, dresses, pants, and t-shirts. We pack like we are never coming home, and then... we wear the same thing EVERY SINGLE DAY." After laughing hysterically, I realized that I did that too. Now I travel only with carry-on.

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2 Listen and ask

Another way to learn from other storytellers is to listen and ask them questions. You can do this by attending events, such as readings, workshops, or podcasts, where storytellers share their insights, experiences, or advice. You can also reach out to them directly, if possible, and ask for feedback, guidance, or mentorship. Be respectful, curious, and open-minded, and try to learn from their successes and challenges. How do they approach humor and emotion in their stories? What are their sources of inspiration, techniques, or tips? How do they deal with criticism, rejection, or failure?

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3 Practice and experiment

A third way to learn from other storytellers is to practice and experiment with humor and emotion in your own stories. You can do this by writing, speaking, or interviewing regularly, and trying different forms, tones, or methods of humor and emotion. You can also test your stories on different audiences, such as friends, family, or colleagues, and observe their reactions, feedback, or suggestions. How do you make them laugh, cry, or care? What works and what doesn't? How can you improve your humor and emotion skills?

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Barbara Levenson Schweitzer

President at Levenson Schweitzer Attorney Placement, Inc. California-based legal recruiter and interview coach with 35 years of experience.
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Don't try to be funny. Have you ever gone to a comedy showcase or open mike night? Ever heard the expression "flop sweat"? When someone who isn't funny tries to be funny, everyone feels uncomfortable. Work with the talents that you have and incorporate those into your storytelling. Your stories will become more relatable. Even if you're talking with someone who has a very different life experience/background, there will be aspects of your story that they can relate to. In telling your stories using your foundational gifts, you may discover that you have hidden talents, including humor.

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Chris Pérez

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Being genuine is powerful. We are at our best when we're being real. You and I are subject matter experts on ourselves. Telling a story is about conveying what happened and why it is important to the listener. It's also about connecting with the speaker. We were there, so we can tell it. I like to explain to audiences why my experience is important to them by allowing them to share common emotions through humor and relatability. When retelling stories, I think of themes that others can relate to and I capitalize on those themes.

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4 Analyze and reflect

A fourth way to learn from other storytellers is to analyze and reflect on your own and others' stories. You can do this by reviewing your notes, recordings, or drafts, and identifying the strengths and weaknesses of your humor and emotion use. You can also compare and contrast your stories with those of other storytellers, and see what you can learn from their similarities and differences. How do you use humor and emotion to support your purpose, audience, or message? What are the challenges or risks of using humor and emotion? How can you avoid or overcome them?

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5 Learn and grow

The final way to learn from other storytellers is to learn and grow from your experiences, feedback, or results. You can do this by celebrating your achievements, acknowledging your mistakes, and setting new goals for your storytelling development. You can also seek new opportunities, challenges, or resources to expand your knowledge, skills, or network. How do you measure your progress or success as a storyteller? What are the benefits or rewards of using humor and emotion? What are your next steps or plans for your storytelling journey?

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Angela Buse

Director of Training and Organizational Development at PEOPLE CREATING SUCCESS, INC.
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I admire the craft of standup comedy and the gift of humor. However, my favorite type of humor is the spontaneous, unexpected humor of children. Their unfiltered honesty makes for some great " storytelling in a bottle". Years ago, I left my corporate life behind to become a stay-at-home mom. I missed the adult contact, and social media was my only link to the outside world. So I started a series of short posts with titled " Shit My Kids Say". All I did was record the utterances of my two toddlers, put them in context and created a small, enjoyable and funny story. The posts continued as my children became preschoolers, middle schoolers and high schoolers and became so popular that I was getting requests to publish the collection.

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