What are the keys to good storytelling? Hint: Humor is not a necessity

Hey Explore the keys to effective storytelling, laid out by Josh Campbell, a professional storyteller and Creative Director of Spillit Memphis. He provides valuable insights into the art of storytelling, from preparation to delivery. Preparation with flexibility While preparation is crucial in storytelling, it’s equally important to allow some room for exploration. Stick to the outline but make the journey worthwhile by incorporating some spontaneous elements. ‘Everyone has a story to tell. That’s just something we tell ourselves. That’s the excuse that we give to not do it.’ – Josh Campbell Humor is not a necessity Humor is not a prerequisite for effective storytelling. A forced joke can create a disconnect with the audience. The focus should be on delivering an authentic and engaging story. Avoid explicit moralizing Trust in the audience’s ability to understand the intended lesson without explicitly stating it. Allow them to interpret the story in their own way. Read the [rest](. --------------------------------------------------------------- Also, chcekout our brand new habit building course we just announced: [Transform your 2024 : Reset and Build Better Habits](. This is an email based course, personalized by AI - designed for your busy schedule and offers learning retention. And is super affordable!! --------------------------------------------------------------- BigIdeas by nextbigwhat brings you curated news, product and tech trends across a range of topics - ensuring you save time and be the most well informed person in the room. Be the the smartest thinker in any room with BigIdeas app! [Pluggd.in Play Store Badge]( [Pluggd.in App Store Badge]( Contact [nextbigwhat team](mailto:team@nextbigwhat.com?subject=from%20newsletter) | [unsubscribe]( Follow nextbigwhat on [LinkedIn]( | [Twitter]( | [Insta]( | [Facebook]( | [YouTube](