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Consultants Collective Profile: Rod Thorn

Biznology

These profiles go beyond the professional bio to provide a more personal glimpse and offer an opportunity for us to get to know each other better as people as we strive to create connections and build community. He is chief storyteller at Thorn Media , a communications consultancy.

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Why Storytelling Is Essential to Science

Convince & Convert

He is now an independant film maker an author of three books , and a consultant and teacher of his own Story Circle workshops for scientists and entrepreneurs. Structures Randy advises storytellers to avoid? What can entrepreneurs and scientists do to strengthen their storytelling muscles? Learn Your ABT’s.

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Nine Arguments Against Business Storytelling

Marketing Insider Group

I’ve noticed a content marketing backlash, recently, with a particular vitriol directed toward business storytelling. For example, four weeks ago, the author of The Art of Storytelling in the Age of Content Marketing lashed out at brand journalism. In our workshop, we discuss the importance of having empathy for your audience.

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How to Go Beyond the Persona and Find Your Muse

Contently

This is based on a long-established idea about creativity: It’s best to have a person in mind when you’re creating. As Kurt Vonnegut once said: “Please write for one person. Writing for one person can be absolutely inspiring. Often with a drink that had a lime in it, which always brings good storytelling vibes.)

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ITSMA Marketing Vision 2021: my Top 10 “Insanely Great” Ah Hah Moments for Marketing Leaders

Marketing Insider Group

The mix of keynotes, breakout sessions, ITSMA’s annual Marketing Excellence Awards (MEA), and post-event workshops have made for many informative and educational events. While in-person events literally disappeared over night, virtual and online events have stepped up in a big way. Invest in Competitive Intelligence.

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Key Takeaways & Brand Storytelling Insights From The Skyword #ContentRising Summit

KoMarketing Associates

In the words of Skyword CEO & Founder Tom Gerace , the event “explored the art and science of storytelling.” In order to reach audiences, Gerace believes brands need to tell exceptional stories by: Building storytelling into an organizational mindset. Finding storytellers. Creating a storytelling engine.

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The Power of Investing in Employee Personal Brands

EveryoneSocial

So they would be wise to invest in their employees’ personal brands if they really want to see amplified results. Employee personal brands are becoming an essential part of a company’s reputation, and companies that invest in them reap huge benefits. Advantages of Employee Personal Branding. Personalized customer relationships.