Have you ever wondered why some stories capture the audience and some fall flat? Jeremy went to his first Moth Storytelling event and would like to share what he learned!
You can listen to the Moth stories on NPR, or on their website https://themoth.org/podcast where you can also purchase their books and even their story telling game!
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Storytelling
00:58 New Chapter 2
03:13 Telling a story in present tense vs. past tense
05:10 How to interpret a theme or question in a story
06:14 Engaging the Audience Through Present Tense
06:47 Letting people know how long a talk will be
07:17 Having a theme
07:56 Lessons from the Moth Storytelling Event
08:22 How to learn more about Moth Storytelling
Takeaways
Storytelling is a powerful tool for communication.
Engaging the audience is crucial; present tense helps.
Themes in storytelling can be interpreted broadly.
Memorizing a talk can lead to a lack of emotion.
Five minutes is an ideal length for presentations.
Having a clear theme keeps the audience engaged.
Personal stories can effectively convey business lessons.
Observing others' storytelling can enhance your own skills.
Emotional connections are key to compelling storytelling.
Resources like the Moth can provide valuable storytelling insights.
