Are you using storytelling in your work? Are you using AI tools?
If you answered “no” to either of those question, you need this episode!
If you answered “yes,” to both of them, you should still listen as you may gain more insight and ideas on how you can do both more effectively.
My guest on this week’s episode is Dan Nestle. Dan is an award-winning communications executive and recognized communications technology leader, and he understands the importance of crafting stories and narrative in any communication. Lately, he has immersed himself in AI tools and has been teaching others how they too can adopt AI, even is they don’t think they need to.
In this episode we dive into storytelling, communications, and AI, while occasionally getting into how “Yes, And” can be a powerful tool to help in these areas.
Key Themes:
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Tailored Storytelling: Dan underscores the significance of crafting clear and tailored narratives to effectively convey messages in diverse industries, drawing on his experiences marketing technical products like industrial gas compressors at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
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Storytelling Strategies:Dan shares the ABT (And, But, Therefore) framework as a powerful tool for structuring compelling stories. We also talk about leveraging AI tools and the importance of adapting to AI technologies, especially for small businesses seeking to enhance productivity and efficiency.
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AI in Communications: Having a playful and iterative approach to AI can help demystify it, and by humanizing AI interactions, you can make the experience more enjoyable and effective.
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Creativity and AI Co-Intelligence: We also delves into working co-intelligently with generative AI to stimulate creativity and overcome writer’s block. By treating AI as a partner rather than a “solution giver,” you can use it to help unlock your own inner brilliance.
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Active Listening and Communication Skills: Nessel stresses the importance of active listening, employing techniques like “yes and” in conversations to foster curiosity and enhance communication skills.
Resources:
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Listen to Dan’s Podcast, The Trending Communicator
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Check out the book Dan contributed to, “The Most Amazing Marketing Book Ever: More than 350 inspiring ideas!”
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