Storytelling is a buzzword tossed around frequently these days, especially in marketing circles. It’s true that telling stories are one of the best ways to stand out among the constant onslaught of content and advertising. But newsflash: not everything is a story. Good leaders know the difference between what is and isn’t a story. They […]
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10 Stories Pastors Can Use In Their Sermons
Brian Dodd on September 18, 2016 in Church Leadership
One tool all pastors and communicators should put in their toolbox as they prepare to speak are STORIES. Philip Pumman once said, “After nourishment, shelter and companionship, stories are the thing we need most in the world.” Rudyard Kipling added, “If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.” Stories are memorable. Stories engage emotion. Stories […]
What Pastors And Leaders Must Know From Hillary And Bernie About Communication
Brian Dodd on February 13, 2016 in Communication
“You can have everything in life you want, if you will just help enough other people get what they want.” – Zig Ziglar This is not a political post. It is a leadership and communication post. Leadership comes with a microphone. Every leader at some point has to stand up and say, “Follow me”. Therefore, […]