The Key to Lasting Connections: Why Your Business Needs a Story
Natalia Talkowska ?? ?? SXSW
I help leaders achieve creative breakthrough for complex challenges ? Neuroscience ? Strategy ? Innovation ? Creative Storytelling ? Advisory ? Sensemaking ? AI ? LBS UAL CSM Imperial Lecturer ? Keynote ? 6 TEDx ? CEO
THE DATA
Did you know that according to a PWC study, businesses with compelling stories experience 65% higher revenue growth compared to their story-less counterparts? That's right – a powerful narrative can be the game-changing factor that catapults your organization to unprecedented success. It's time to craft a story that leaves a lasting impact and propels your business forward.
Why?
So people around you connect, care and continue to do so.
Imagine a world where every business leader is a master storyteller, weaving tales that resonate with their audience, fuel growth and ensure longevity of their brand. What real story can you tell to inspire your team, captivate your clients and set your company apart from the competition?
A great story can elevate a business to remarkable heights. Will you seize this opportunity to share your story and connect with humans?
Simon Sinek on the importance of stories.
THE VALUE
?? Story in Business Strategy
According to a Harvard Business Review storytelling enhances strategy by:
? Improve retention:
Stories are up to 22 times more memorable than facts alone, helping your audience remember your message and act upon it.
? Foster emotional connection:
Stories evoke emotions that trigger oxytocin release, the "bonding hormone," promoting trust and empathy.
? Drive action:
Stories are powerful motivators for action by providing a clear context for understanding and embracing change.
?? Story in High-Stakes Communications
? Increase persuasion:
Stories create vivid mental images that shape people's perceptions and drive action.
? Enhance credibility:
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Data-driven stories are 38% more persuasive than presenting raw data alone.
? Improve audience engagement:
Stories create an emotional connection with the audience, capturing their attention.
?? Story as a Leadership Tool
? Inspire and motivate your team:
Leaders using storytelling are more effective in motivating and inspiring their teams.
? Facilitate collaboration and innovation:
Stories encourage collaboration by providing a shared language.
? Build personal and organizational branding:
Leaders who leverage storytelling can shape their personal brand and the organization's reputation.
THE INSPIRATION
?? The Great Storytellers
耐克 has consistently used storytelling to inspire and connect with athletes of all levels. Their "Dream Crazy" ad featuring Colin Kaepernick encourages viewers to chase their dreams, no matter how unattainable they may seem.
微软 created with us animated campaign about the story of AI. They wanted to simplify complex ideas. By transforming intricate AI concepts into engaging visual narratives, the video achieved a remarkable 120% increase in engagement and visibility. Why? Visuals bring the story back to its core human elements. We all learn and understand by seeing, no matter our background. It leaves a lasting impact on us.
Slack has successfully used storytelling to showcase how their platform can transform the way teams work together. Their "So Yeah, We Tried Slack..." campaign features real-life success stories from various companies that have benefited from using their product.
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