Matthew Dicks's Storyworthy is a remarkable book that teaches Sri Lankans how to tell stories, a skill that is firmly rooted in our island's rich oral traditions. This book gives useful tips on how to turn everyday events into interesting stories that people will want to hear. Stories connect generations and keep cultural heritage alive in this country. Dicks talks about his five-minute tale style, which can assist Sri Lankans get people's attention during business meetings, family gatherings, or cultural events.
The book gives you a way to look back on your life and find noteworthy experiences that you may turn into interesting stories. Storyworthy gives Sri Lankan professionals who want to improve their communication abilities in a job market that is getting more competitive useful tips on how to build stories for the best effect. The methods taught fit nicely with our culture's focus on developing connections and communities via shared experiences.
Storyworthy teaches you how to tell stories that will keep people interested, whether you're a teacher in Colombo, a business person in Kandy, or an aspiring writer in Galle. In a world where people commonly talk to each other online instead of in person, Dicks reminds Sri Lankan readers of how important personal tales are for making real connections with people from all around our unique island nation.
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"Stories are the most important thing in the world. They're how we understand ourselves, our lives, and our place in the world. Stories help us to understand other people's lives and to empathize with their struggles and their joys."
Reviews
A guide that changed my life and how I talk to people. Dicks gives useful tips that anyone can use right now. This book provided me the courage to tell my tales in ways that really connect with other people, even if I had trouble speaking in front of groups.
About the Author
Matthew Dicks is a bestselling novelist, storyteller, speaking coach, and elementary school teacher. He has won the Moth StorySLAM 50 times and the GrandSLAM 6 times. He travels the world training professionals, institutions, and organizations how to tell stories and communicate better.
Product Details
Author: Matthew Dicks
Language: English
Binding: Paperback
