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Creating inspiration with Story

Posted on November 15, 2020 by The Churning — Leave a reply
Old woman reading, by Rembrandt

  In a time of change, people are likely to be feeling confused, uncertain, or even afraid. So the best way to get them to do something new is by inspiring them. Continue Reading →

Posted in 6: Create an Inspiring Vision, Inner Leadership | Tagged Princeton, Robert McKee, Story, Uri Hasson, Vision | Leave a reply

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Reviews:

— “The inspiring manual to improve our ability to thrive in VUCA times.”

— “An essential shift in thinking: an ethical framework for business decision makers based on emotional maturity.”

— “Essential reading for any leader who wants to thrive in times of change.”

— “An outstanding book. Inspirational and uplifting.”

— “My favourite book to turn to when I have a leadership dilemma.”

— “…should be on every change-maker’s bookshelf… rich… practical… detailed… clear… invaluable.”

— “It’s brilliant! I keep dipping into it and finding little pearls of wisdom.”

— “Refreshing and necessary. A personal development journey recommended for… today’s highly unpredictable world.”

— “An excellent guide to riding the waves of change and being stronger when faced with adversity.”

— “An outstanding book… A very valuable companion for those in search of meaning.”

— “Excellent, clear, pragmatic, practical, radical.”

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