Mastering Storytelling: Doug Thompson on Authenticity, Confidence, and Business Success

Join Richard Walsh and Doug Thompson as they explore storytelling's transformative power in business. Doug shares his journey and the importance of storytelling skills to engage customers. They discuss crafting authentic stories, overcoming imposter syndrome, and bridging communication gaps. Doug highlights the value of improv skills, especially for children, and how storytelling boosts sales and authenticity. The episode covers building confidence through small successes, using technology for podcasting, and embracing change. Doug also shares insights on personal branding and actionable advice for entrepreneurs.

Speakers

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Doug Thompson

Guest • 46%

Richard Walsh

Host • 54%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction to storytelling in business
0:33	Sponsor: SharpenTheSpearCoaching.com
1:00	Introducing guest Doug Thompson
1:34	Doug's background and journey into storytelling
2:40	Developing storytelling skills to engage customers
7:32	Storytelling techniques and workshop structure
10:17	Personalizing stories with personality and authenticity
15:00	Overcoming imposter syndrome through self-reflection
18:51	Tackling podcasting fears and improving public speaking
21:19	Crafting concise and impactful stories
25:27	The role of storytelling in sales and authenticity
31:21	Enhancing sales with storytelling and discovery
33:28	Addressing communication gaps due to lack of life experience
36:12	Improv skills as a business asset
38:03	Benefits of performance activities for children
41:07	The 'how' in business and problem-solving mindset
43:00	Building confidence with small successes and feedback
47:12	Storytelling as a key business strategy
52:06	Leveraging technology for self-improvement in podcasting
56:14	Embracing change and discomfort for storytelling mastery
59:08	Conclusion: The power of storytelling and self-improvement
1:00:14	Final thoughts and overcoming the inner bully
1:01:38	Connecting with Doug Thompson and epic storytelling course
1:02:26	The importance of personal branding and closing remarks
1:03:09	Actionable advice for entrepreneurs

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