EngagingMinds

22/08/2023

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22/08/2023

BUSINESS AT THE SPEED OF TRUST. Happy memories of this engaging workshop for Lenovo's global marketing team. Singapore, 2012

30/04/2015

These are the best 68 countries to live in

NORWAY IS #1. USA...THE 'GREATEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD"...RANKS #16.

A social progress scorecard.

15/12/2014

A STORY OF TWO WOLVES. Here is a classic American Indian story used to transfer wisdom down the generations. Learn this story and make it your own so you can tell it without notes.

"An old Grandfather said to his grandson, who came to him with anger at a friend who had done him an injustice, "Let me tell you a story.

"I too, at times, have felt a great hate for those that have taken so much, with no sorrow for what they do.

"But hate wears you down, and does not hurt your enemy. It is like taking poison and wishing your enemy would die. I have struggled with these feelings many times."

"It is as if there are two wolves inside me. One is good and does no harm. He lives in harmony with all around him, and does not take offense when no offense was intended. He will only fight when it is right to do so, and in the right way.

"But the other wolf, ah! He is full of anger. The littlest thing will set him into a fit of temper. He fights everyone, all the time, for no reason. He cannot think because his anger and hate are so great. It is helpless anger,for his anger will change nothing.

"Sometimes, it is hard to live with these two wolves inside me, for both of them try to dominate my spirit."

The boy looked intently into his Grandfather's eyes and asked, "Which one wins, Grandfather?"

The Grandfather smiled and quietly said, "The one I feed."

14/12/2014

WATCH: What it feels like to fly

FLY WITH THE JETMAN. This is so cool! Amazing. And you won't have to wait for them to call your row before boarding...

Strapped to a jet-powered wing, Yves Rossy is the Jetman -- flying free, his body as the rudder, above the Swiss Alps and the Grand Canyon. After a powerful short film shows how it works, Rossy shares the experience and thrill of flying.

13/12/2014

STORYTELLING COMES OF AGE. "Storytelling has come of age in the business world. Today many of the most successful companies use storytelling as a leadership tool.

"At Nike, all senior executives are called "corporate storytellers." P &G hired Hollywood directors to teach its executives storytelling techniques. Forward-thinking business schools have added storytelling to the curriculum.

"WHY? Because stories have the ability to engage an audience the way logic and bullet points never could. Whether you are trying to communicate a vision, sell an idea, or inspire commitment, storytelling is a powerful business tool that can bring phenomenal success.? from "Lead with a Story" by Paul Smith

EngagingMinds want to help you become a master storyteller. Are you ready?

13/12/2014

WATCH: How Pixar learned to tell a great story

HOW PIXAR LEARNED TO TELL A GREAT STORY

Filmmaker Andrew Stanton ("Toy Story," "WALL-E") shares what he knows about storytelling -- starting at the end and working back to the beginning. He shares footage showing how Pixar's most famous stories were crafted.

13/12/2014

5 Reasons to Lead with Stories. Did you know that leading with stories is now recognized as the most powerful leadership tool there is. Why is that? What is the power of stories.? Here are a few answers:
1. Our brains store memories in story format which is why stories are easy to remember.
2. Stories bypass normal resistance from the critical left brain. Just say "let me tell you a story" and watch the listeners relax and open up to your message.
3. Stories affect people at an emotional level and thus have the power to touch, move and inspire.
4. Until you tell your real life failure stories to others they aren't going to trust you. Your stories tell them who you really are.
5. Stories are driven by personal passion and show your involvement, another key element of winning trust.

Anyone can become a great storyteller. EngagingMinds can help you Lead with Stories.

13/12/2014

EngagingMinds: Who We Are. EngagingMinds is a leadership development consultancy. We are a group of creative facilitators, trainers and coaches who are passionate about helping companies and organizations develop high performing leaders and teams that are committed to building real partnerships across all levels.

12/12/2014

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28/03/2013

‘The Storytelling Animal,’ by Jonathan Gottschall

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A closer look at what makes storytelling such an important tool for leaders who look to ENGAGE.

Make-believe is more than fun and games, Jonathan Gottschall says; it helps us navigate life’s complex social problems.

27/03/2013

What Would Winston Churchill Do?

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What would Winston do? An interesting short piece from Inc. Magazine on the importance of a leader's ability to inspire his or her people to action. Like, comment, share!

In 1940, a war-weary Britain was on the verge of capitulation. Here's how Churchill turned it around--and what it means for you.

27/03/2013

10 Reasons Your Top Talent Will Leave You - Forbes

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Great insight on Forbes about the causes of high employee turnover rates- weak (unengaging) leadership!

26/03/2013

Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action | Video on TED.com

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Eye-opening presentation about how our minds respond to leaders that tell us WHY. What's your WHY?

25/03/2013

Chris Ruisi on the Essence of Coaching

What is Coaching? Chris Ruisi gives a clear, straightforward explanation to the keys to coaching

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25/03/2013

Is Coaching the solution to China's low workforce engagement?

Coaching and China's Low Workforce Engagement: How turning China's managers into coaches can transform its economy and general well-being

It’s no secret that China is on the path to becoming the world’s economic leader within the next half century. The nation’s economy is expected to continue growing at an astonishing rate, with an expected 2040 GDP of US$70 Trillion—for perspective, the…

21/03/2013

Storytelling: The Lost Art of Engaging Minds

Storytelling: The Lost Art of Engaging Minds. Why telling stories is one of the most powerful ways to share your messages and your ideas.

We each have a story. It’s a fundamental part of human nature. Through our stories, and telling them, we understand our life journey and ourselves. Stories give us the ability to share our inner magic with others, so that they might come to deeply know…

20/03/2013

Leading through Partnership: How to Escape the Trust Tax

Leading through Partnership: How to Escape the Trust Tax

Let’s focus on the importance of partnership, define it, and explore why partnerships regularly fail to reach their potential in organizations. Everyone knows successful organizations depend on people to form and maintain effective partnerships with one…