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Discovering the art of storytelling by showcasing methods, tips, & tools that help you find and tell your story, your way.  Find me on Twitter @gimligoosetales
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How To Move People With Your Story | Lisa Nichols

From www.youtube.com - November 23, 2015 5:56 PM

"In this excerpt from Consciousness Engineering, Lisa Nichols gives some practical examples of what we mean by "telling your story" and how it can help you in every aspect of your life, whether it's professional or personal."


Most people tell a story.  Showing requires more of you.  It means finding the colours by showing what you were thinking, feeling, seeing. 


Watch this short video to discover the difference and power of showing someone a story.  You'll hear two examples of the difference of telling and showing someone a story by hearing:

  • Lisa's financial hardships raising her child
  • Being angry
Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

In this short video, we get two powerful examples of what makes a great story.  Lisa outlines it as:

  • Willingness to take risk
  • Being clear & concise with your story
  • A show me story not a tell me story.


To get your story going, identify the state of time it takes place in.  Paint the picture, take me to the environment, set the backdrop.

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How stories are told around the world | TED

How stories are told around the world | TED | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From ideas.ted.com - March 20, 2015 1:40 AM

"No matter the tech, humans have invariably figured out a compelling way to tell each other stories.


That’s not to say we all tell stories the same way. Far from it. As Kay Turner, a folklorist and independent scholar who’s on the board of the New York Folklore Society, notes, “Even if a story is the same, each culture will tell it differently, because each one has its own genres and cultural rules.” That’s led to a host of different traditions and practices beloved around the world. Here are just some of them."


Read the full article to find out more about these storytelling traditions used across the globe:

  • Hula - Hawaiian
  • Shadow Puppetry - Chinese
  • Zagal - Arabic
  • Cunto - Sicilian
  • Rakugo - Japanese
  • Griot - West African
  • Bharatanatyam - Indian
  • Calypso - Trinidadian
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Take a tip from Norm MacDonald, serialize your story | Wylie Communications

Take a tip from Norm MacDonald, serialize your story | Wylie Communications | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From www.wyliecomm.com - January 8, 2015 8:00 PM

#RIPRobinWilliams tweets show how to serialize your story


"What can you learn from Norm MacDonald’s Twitter tribute (would that be twibute?) to Robin Williams? What can’t you learn?! MacDonald shows us how to serialize our stories, how to get the word out in 144 characters or less — and when to stop typing."


Read the full article to view the six tips to take from MacDonald's tribute:

  1. Tell a story
  2. Serialize your story
  3. Start strong
  4. Keep it short
  5. But don't compress the life out of it
  6. Know when to quit
Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

A really good example of serial storytelling in bite-size bits.  Scroll down to the bottom of the article to see the collection of tweets that make up the story of Norm's encounter with Robin Williams.

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Is Oral Storytelling About to Have a Revival? | The Creators Project

Is Oral Storytelling About to Have a Revival? | The Creators Project | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From thecreatorsproject.vice.com - December 1, 2014 3:30 PM

"Eleven years ago, StoryCorps began with the simple mission to get people to slow down and hear what others had to say. Beginning with a single booth inside New York's Grand Central Terminal, over the years, they’ve amassed 55,000 interviews from across the U.S.A.—stories the cover the spectrum of the great human condition. For their work in capturing contemporary America's collective oral history, the company recently won the annual TED Prize award, $1 million dollars that will go towards funding a “wish to inspire the world,” to be announced in March."


Read the full article to see or access examples of their work

  • a combination of audio overlayed on animation
  • audio followed by a written a transcript.


For more information and DIY tips, visit the StoryCorps website.

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I've been following StoryCorps for quite a few years now, and am impressed by what they have accomplished and the number of stories they've amassed.


It's such a simple concept.  Participants bring in loved ones to interview, and for 40 minutes they talk to each other about their lives, how much they matter to each other, and how they want to be remembered.  All that's needed is the recorder and mike.  Each participant gets to take a copy home and have the option of publishing it in the Library of Congress.


Unfortunately, StoryCorps in person recording sessions are only done in the US. But they do provide alternative options such as:

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Modern Authors Delve Into Digital and Visual Storytelling | Mashable

Modern Authors Delve Into Digital and Visual Storytelling | Mashable | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From mashable.com - September 3, 2014 2:00 PM

"For authors, journalists and creative writers, self-publishing platforms and the explosion of digital and social media is a game-changer. Twitter, Facebook, blogging — even newer platforms such as Vine or Snapchat — can all be valuable resources for authors trying to gain exposure, get published, respond to feedback and connect with fans.


As storytelling evolves to keep up with digital culture, authors are getting more and more creative with their online tactics, particularly when it comes to incorporating visual content into their written work. While a published novel or memoir might contain only text, a piece of content published online has almost limitless potential for creative, visual assets to complement the story."


Read the full article to see examples of, and find out more about, these suggestions on how authors utilize social to promote their work, brainstorm ideas and supplement their creative processes using:

  • Facebook, Twitter and "traditional" platforms
  • Blogging and guest blogging
  • Social media for research and inspiration
  • Beyond Facebook and Twitter: The unconventional players in the social media space
Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

Great examples of how individuals have extended their story onto other platforms.  Not only are they using social to tell, promote and/or collaborate on a story or project, they are also telling their personal story. People love the back-story from the story behind the story, tidbits about you, bits from the cutting room floor, to your process.  It takes the solitary function into a social realm.


If you'd like to see more examples of stories being told online, I'd also recommend the Mashable article 9 Innovative Methods for Modern Storytelling. 

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The Literary Magazine of the Future: Chipotle Bags? | Mashable

The Literary Magazine of the Future: Chipotle Bags? | Mashable | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From mashable.com - May 28, 2014 12:27 AM
Chipotle unveiled a new program called Cultivating Thought, which features original essays from 10 writers, actors and thinkers on cups and bags.


Must a cup, or bag, suffer an existence that is limited to

just one humble purpose, defined merely by its simple function?


What a great question to introduce the Cultivating Thought author series.  Be sure to visit their site and check out the video introduction and see examples from their first 10 writers, actors and thinkers.

Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

I love finding examples of stories being told in ways (and surfaces) that we haven't seen before. Yes, Starbucks has been putting inspirational quotes on their cups and sleeves for a while, but Chipotle is attempting full stories. My guess is people would put their digital device down to read their bag or cup.


Be inspired. Think out of the box. What other unusual surfaces or products could you tell your story on?

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From Homer To J.K. Rowling: The World's Greatest Storytellers, Visualized | Fast Co.Design

From Homer To J.K. Rowling: The World's Greatest Storytellers, Visualized | Fast Co.Design | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From www.fastcodesign.com - April 7, 2015 6:00 PM

"Before it became an overused bit of business jargon, storytelling was the job of authors, poets, playwrights, and not brands. History’s greatest storytellers are visualized in this timeline infographic by culture site Raconteur.


If brands really want to captivate consumers, maybe they should consider including more ghosts, witches, and monsters in their marketing stories."


To view the full infographic, see this Raconteur article.

Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

The diversity of this list is wonderful.  There's multiple ways to tell your story.  Be inspired by this list.  Develop your own style and tell a story that is captivating.

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10 Brand Storytelling Lessons In 2 Minutes | The Story of Telling

10 Brand Storytelling Lessons In 2 Minutes | The Story of Telling | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From thestoryoftelling.com - January 11, 2015 6:09 PM

"Take two minutes to watch this advert from IKEA. Those two minutes are guaranteed to change how you think about marketing your business. This video is more than just advertising designed to sell something, it’s a home run in brand storytelling."


Read the full article to find out more about these 10 things that Ikea did to make their story great:

  1. Understood their customer’s worldview.
  2. Made the customer the hero.
  3. Started with his story.
  4. Changed how the customer felt and acted in the presence of their product.
  5. Understood what they are really selling.
  6. Helped us to see reflections of ourselves in the hero.
  7. Tapped into our emotions, creating a visceral connection with the brand.
  8. Created advertising that aligns with the company’s vision and brand personality.
  9. Backed up the story with the experience delivered in store and across all touchpoints with the brand.
  10. Gave potential customers something to believe in.

Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

It's so much easier to adopt default thinking and lead by telling people what we do—which is why most do it.  Try breaking the routine and utilizing these tips the next time you tell your story.

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Updating Centuries-Old Folklore With Puzzles And Power-Ups | NPR

Updating Centuries-Old Folklore With Puzzles And Power-Ups | NPR | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From www.npr.org - December 2, 2014 7:00 AM

"Never Alone, a new video game by E-Line Media, has been generating a lot of buzz in recent months. Its developers teamed up with the Cook Inlet Tribal Council, a nonprofit that works with Native Alaskans, creating Never Alone as a way to help transmit traditional tribal stories to younger indigenous kids."


Read the full article to get a peak at the trailer promoting the game and read interview highlights with Amy Fredeen of the Cook Inlet Tribal Council and Sean Vesce of E-Line Media that covers:

  • this unlikely collaboration
  • representation in games
  • whether video games can have a larger purpose and still be fun to play
Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

The developers of this video game hope it can teach Native Alaskan children about their folklore and traditions while still being fun to play. I think it's a novel and beautiful way to tell these tribal stories, not only to the indigenous children, but children and adults from any walk of life.

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Storytelling 101: How One Story Built a Global Brand | Resonance Content

Storytelling 101: How One Story Built a Global Brand | Resonance Content | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From www.resonancecontent.com - November 20, 2014 7:26 PM

"If you still think that storytelling is just a “nice to have,” a luxury for blue-chip corporations who have resources to spare, you need to meet Rob Morris a long-time human rights advocate."


Read the full article to find out how one story turned a nonprofit into a worldwide phenomenon by using these story tips:

  • Statistics can make an impression, but stories raise emotion … and emotion leads to action.
  • Keep your story simple; resist the urge to provide every little detail.
  • Make it easy for your brand advocates to share your story.
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Resource: Using Twitter to Motivate Storytelling and Writing | UKEdChat

Resource: Using Twitter to Motivate Storytelling and Writing | UKEdChat | How to find and tell your story | Scoop.it
From ukedchat.com - September 3, 2014 1:42 AM

"What is the point of writing and sharing our stories when no one will listen?


This can be one of the greatest challenges for teachers, as some pupils do not see the point of writing, creating stories or exploring their imaginations as no-one will properly read their story. Knowing that your work is going to have an audience is a real motivator for us all when writing, and for pupils this may simply be their parents reading their work. Even more care is given when a larger audience is likely – but finding that audience can be a challenge.


As social media now becoming a constant part of our daily lives, author David Mitchell is releasing his new short story via his twitter feed, which got us thinking…what a great idea for pupils to share their stories – 140 characters at a time."


Read the full article to see the story Mitchell told on Twitter and how you can use Twitter and Storify to tell your own story.

Kim Zinke (aka Gimli Goose)'s insight:

The author brings up a great point that even young children can use Twitter to tell a story (complete with pics or other multi-media) and could even be a motivator.  Besides being trendy, it's  not overwhelming (you only have to come up with 140 characters at a time), it keeps your thoughts concise, you can tell it through as many tweets as you need, and you can make it as private or public as you like.

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