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Health Views with Deb Friesen, MDBuilding Trust & Connection Through Storytelling with Karen EberIn our June Health Views episode, Dr. Deb speaks with Karen Eber, bestselling author of The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories That Inform, Influence, and Inspire. Karen shares how storytelling engages our brains, builds trust, strengthens relationships, and inspires action in our work and daily lives. Don’t miss her insights on how stories can make a real impact.
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Beyond 8 FiguresHow to Build Trust with Storytelling (Even If You’re Not a “Natural”) with Karen EberSuccess isn’t just about strategy—it’s about how you communicate it. And when the message isn’t landing, it’s probably not your offer. It’s your story.In this episode, storytelling expert Karen Eber joins A.J. to explore how to build trust with storytelling—whether you're pitching, leading, or aligning your team. You’ll learn how to craft stories that connect, convert, and evolve with your business.🎧 Inside this episode:Why origin stories can actually hold you backHow to find your customer’s pain—and tell the story they needThe storytelling st...2025-04-3034 min
The Drama Book Show!The Perfect Story How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire- With Karen Eber and Colby WebbIn Episode 35, the season finale, Mark-Eugene and David reflect on their favorite moments from the past year. They’re joined by Karen Eber—best-selling author, TED speaker, and leadership consultant—who discusses her book The Perfect Story and the science behind telling stories that truly connect and inspire. Karen is joined by Colby Webb, a global advertising executive and founder of Sav-a-Bull Rescue, who shares how storytelling drives her work. The episode wraps with Mark-Eugene and David announcing the first guest of the new season!
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Unbound | Conversations Without Limits#41: Karen Eber | How to Influence & Inspire Through StorytellingKaren Eber breaks down the science of storytelling and why it’s the secret weapon for influence, connection, and driving real change.Karen shares how the right story can shape teams, inspire action, and build stronger relationships. Whether you're leading a company, managing a team, or just want to communicate more effectively, this conversation is packed with insights you can apply instantly.Join us to explore:How childhood shaped Karen’s storytellingKey ingredients of a relatable storyWhy our brains crave great storiesTurning data into engaging narrativesLeadership lessons through storytellingPlea...2025-04-0852 min
Ei Cafe with AzeemCrafting Culture: The Power of Storytelling in Shaping Organizational Identity with Karen EberCrafting cultures involves intentionally developing shared values, beliefs, and practices within an organization, which is crucial for driving employee engagement and satisfaction. It aligns employees with the organization's
mission, enhances performance, and attracts top talent. A strong culture also facilitates change management and builds a robust brand and reputation, contributing to overall organizational success.
This episode of Ei Café with Azeem, Crafting
Culture: through The Power of Storytelling in Shaping Organizational Identity" Storytelling plays a pivotal role in crafting organizational culture by conveying core values, history, and vision in a relatable and engaging way. It...2024-07-1733 min
Presentation Thinking™#126. TED Talkin’: Karen Eber balances storytelling and data to improve leadership skillsDo you know what your brain looks like on storytelling?
Karen Eber does! A leadership consultant on a mission to help others effectively tell their stories, Eber’s 2020 TED Talk, “How your brain responds to stories—and why they’re crucial for leaders”, dives into the neuroscience behind storytelling.
Karen proves that when used well, data can help emphasize and illustrate your points—not overshadow them.
Having studied the “shape” and patterns that make a good story GREAT, this talk was particularly satisfying for Mikey and Molly to dissect—not to mention, Karen’s A+ presentation skill...2024-06-2833 min
Story SamuraiKaren Eber | Jun 21, 2024The conversation revolves around the technical difficulties of live streaming on various social media platforms and the power of storytelling. The guest, Karen Eber, shares her personal story of having two different colored eyes and how it became a superpower for her in social interactions. She also tells a story about a friend who dropped her phone down an elevator shaft and the unexpected solution to retrieve it. The host, Ari Block, asks questions about using storytelling to develop a culture and the frequency and construction of stories. In this part of the conversation, Karen Eber discusses the importance of...2024-06-2643 min
Story SamuraiKaren Eber | Jun 21, 2024The conversation revolves around the technical difficulties of live streaming on various social media platforms and the power of storytelling. The guest, Karen Eber, shares her personal story of having two different colored eyes and how it became a superpower for her in social interactions. She also tells a story about a friend who dropped her phone down an elevator shaft and the unexpected solution to retrieve it. The host, Ari Block, asks questions about using storytelling to develop a culture and the frequency and construction of stories. In this part of the conversation, Karen Eber discusses the importance...2024-06-2643 min
Your Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will329 Hello Fellow Storyteller329 Hello Fellow Storyteller The art of telling stories is something that unites us, but it is also something that can tell us so much about the person after they tell their story, especially if the story is awkward or funny, or if it’s about another person. In this episode Sarah Elkins and Karen Eber discuss the art of storytelling and how there are opportunities to collect and tell stories everyday. Highlights Awkward questions are unavoidable, one day you will look back on them fondly. Activ...2024-04-3038 min
Conversations on ConversationsA Conversation on The Perfect Story with Karen EberJoin Sarah Noll Wilson and guest Karen Eber as they revisit the topic of storytelling, exploring it through the lens of Karen's latest book, The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories That Inform, Influence, and Inspire.
About Our Guest
Karen Eber is an author, leadership consultant, and keynote speaker. Her TED Talk on how your brain responds to stories continues to inspire millions. Her book, The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories That Inform, Influence, and Inspire, was selected as a Next Big Ideas Club must-read and published with HarperCollins this October.
As the CEO...2024-04-031h 03
Change Work LifeHow to use stories to elevate your career - with Karen EberQuestions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#176: Karen Eber is an author, leadership coach and public speaker. She explains the science behind storytelling, why employees should use stories at work, and the storytelling techniques you can use to advance your career. What you’ll learn[2:10] How Karen found her love for storytelling. [6:12] The benefits for employees using stories at work and why storytelling is a powerful tool. [9:34] The science behind how storytelling works. [11:47] A case study of how stories can be used to advance your career. [16:48] The benefits and dra...2024-03-2648 min
The Global DiscussionUnraveling the Power of Storytelling with Karen Eber Ep 176 - The Global DiscussionKaren Eber, CEO and Chief Storyteller at Eber Leadership Group takes us on an insightful journey into the heart of storytelling and its unparalleled influence on leadership, teamwork, and organizational culture.
Karen illuminates the potent power of storytelling to unite, inspire, and drive transformative change. Her insights offered a profound clarity that resonated deeply with all seeking to wield stories' power to inform, inspire, and influence. Karen's episode serves as a guide to mastering the art of impactful storytelling in the corporate world and beyond.
Karen's dialogue with host Simon Hodgkins shares the essence of...2024-03-2524 min
The Next Big Idea Daily"The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire" by Karen EberThe ability to tell a good story is more than just a social skill. It’s a key element in good leadership, connection, and influence that can help you creatively and professionally as much as personally. Today, award-winning consultant and TED speaker Karen Eber has some practical tips for telling stories that resonate.• Subscribe to our newsletter• Download our app• Join our club (and use code DAILY for a special discount)2024-03-2017 min
Joseph Jaffe is Not FamousThe Perfect Story with Karen Eber“Our brains, fascinatingly lazy, seek to conserve energy... we must craft tales that compel the brain to invest those precious calories” – Karen Eber------------------------------------------------------------------- In a riveting session of Joseph Jaffe is not Famous, I had the pleasure of diving deep into the nuances of storytelling with Karen Eber, a maestro of narratives and an advocate for meaningful human connections.And then, in the irony of ironies, we got “Sopranoed” and Karen, the consummate professional that she is, handled it with grace and style. Some of the key hi...2024-03-201h 04
The Job Hunting PodcastWhy Storytelling Is the Secret for Successful Job Interviews (Ep 227)In this episode of The Job Hunting Podcast (227), we explored an often-overlooked aspect of career advancement: storytelling. The guest is Karen Eber, a keynote and TED Speaker, author, and Chief Storytelling Officer at Eber Leadership. Eber is also a seasoned corporate executive, who shared insightful anecdotes and utilized the power of storytelling throughout her career. Read the full blog on the website Job Hunting Made SimpleReset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend31 Days of Action for Job SeekersFind Your Talents: Learn About Your...2024-02-2349 min
The Marketing Book Podcast476 The Perfect Story by Karen EberThe Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire by Karen Eber ABOUT THE BOOK: Learn how to take any story and make it perfect—from storytelling expert Karen Eber, whose popular TED Talk on the subject continues to be a source of inspiration for millions. What makes a story perfect? How do you tell the perfect story for any occasion? We live in a story world. Stories are a memorable and engaging way to differentiate yourself, build connection and trust, create new thinking, bring meaning to data, an...2024-02-231h 06
The Formula Podcast with Trevor CarlsonCrafting Compelling Narratives for Every Occasion with Karen Eber | The Formula Podcast 128Join us for an insightful conversation with Karen Eber, author of 'The Perfect Story,' as we delve into the transformative power of storytelling. From its application in the corporate realm to enhancing job interviews, Karen shares invaluable insights on crafting compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. Explore the nuances of authentic communication, the role of AI in storytelling, and timeless techniques for refining your storytelling prowess. Discover practical tips for generating ideas, building story structures, and captivating audiences with relatable characters and emotions. Tune in as we uncover the art of storytelling with Karen Eber, and learn how...2024-02-161h 02
The B2B Revenue Executive ExperienceEpisode 302: Inspiring Action Through Storytelling with Karen EberWe all love a great story, but few know how to tell one.However, storytelling is an incredibly effective way to inform, influence, and inspire others in both personal and professional settings.So, how can you become a great storyteller by learning the science behind it?To help us with this incredible topic today, we have Karen Eber, CEO and Chief Storyteller of the Eber Leadership Group. Karen is also the author of "The Perfect Story" as well as a keynote and TED Speaker who helps companies build healthy leaders, teams, and culture one...2024-02-0640 min
Deep LeadershipLeadership Storytelling with Karen EberToday, I’m joined by Karen Eber, and we're talking about Leadership Storytelling. Karen is an author, international consultant, and keynote speaker. She has a popular TED talk called “How your brain responds to stories – and why they’re crucial for leaders.” Karen is the CEO and Chief Storyteller of Eber Leadership Group. She helps Fortune 500 companies build leaders, teams, and culture one story at a time. Her clients include General Electric, Microsoft, Kate Spade, US Olympic Association, and universities like MIT and Stanford. She is the author of a new book called The Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories th...2024-01-2640 min
CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica KriegelThe Art of Storytelling to Drive Organizational Change with TED Speaker and Author Karen EberKaren Eber's journey in storytelling began with her personal experiences and evolved into a professional passion. Her approach goes beyond traditional methods, integrating storytelling into the fabric of leadership and culture development. Karen shares how storytelling has become an essential tool in her work, enabling leaders to connect more deeply with their teams and drive meaningful change.
Throughout the episode, Karen delves into the science behind effective storytelling, providing listeners with practical tips and insights on how to craft compelling narratives that resonate. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in storytelling, arguing that these elements...2024-01-2354 min
Culture Leaders with Dr. Jessica KriegelThe Art of Storytelling to Drive Organizational Change with TED Speaker and Author Karen Eber
Karen Eber's journey in storytelling began with her personal experiences and evolved into a professional passion. Her approach goes beyond traditional methods, integrating storytelling into the fabric of leadership and culture development. Karen shares how storytelling has become an essential tool in her work, enabling leaders to connect more deeply with their teams and drive meaningful change.
Throughout the episode, Karen delves into the science behind effective storytelling, providing listeners with practical tips and insights on how to craft compelling narratives that resonate. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in storytelling, arguing that these elements...2024-01-2354 min
Coaches on Zoom Drinking CoffeeKaren Eber: Culture, & Storytelling Advisor, author of "The Perfect Story"This week’s podcast features Karen Eber, a renowned expert in storytelling, leadership, and learning. Eber, known for her role as a Chief Learning Officer and head of culture in major corporations, discusses the pivotal role of storytelling in leadership and personal development. She discusses her career journey, sharing insights from her experience and her book "The Perfect Story."She emphasizes storytelling as a powerful tool for leaders and coaches, highlighting its ability to connect, inspire, and effectively convey ideas. She combines scientific research with the art of narrative, illustrating how storytelling activates the brain and...2024-01-2238 min
The StorytellersEpisode 120: Karen Eber the Penultimate Expert on the Art and Power of StorytellingKaren Eber is an author, international leadership consultant, professional storyteller, and keynote speaker. Her talk on TED.com: How your brain responds to stories – and why they’re crucial for leaders, has almost 2 million views. As the CEO and Chief Storyteller of Eber Leadership Group, Karen helps Fortune 500 companies build leaders, team, and culture one story at a time.
Karen works with companies like General Electric, Microsoft, Kraft Heinz, Facebook, Kate Spade, and Big 4 Consulting Companies. She guest lectures in universities including London School of Business, Stanford and MIT. She frequently contributes to publications like Fast Company.
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Reframe to Create70. Storytelling When You Don't Have a Story to Tell | Karen Eber Do you feel like you don’t have a story to tell? Even if you have one are you afraid you’re not a good storyteller? Do you question if storytelling is something that a professional like you should even be concerned about? You’re not alone with these questions! Whether you’re a leader in an organization, an individual contributor, or an entrepreneur learning how to wrap your arms around it, storytelling is key to connection and success. It’s not merely a nic...2024-01-1047 min
The Communicative LeaderStorytelling and Leadership: A Conversation with CEO and Chief Storyteller, Karen EberSend us a textKaren is the CEO of Eber Leadership Group, an organization that works with Fortune 500 companies on how they build their leaders, teams, and culture. You all know we love to chat about leadership, teams, and culture on The Communicative Leader, but Karen takes us a step further to integrate storytelling.Want your employees to:Connect with and more easily comprehend your messagesRemember what you saidFeel safe at workIf you answered yes to any of these, then my friends, this episode is for you! Un...2024-01-0846 min