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Welcome to our podcast, Anecdotally Speaking. Each week we tell a business story, talk about why it works and discuss where you might tell it at work. Our aim is to help you build your story repertoire.
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Motivational Speaker, Mindset Expert, and Celebrity Hypnotist Ricky Kalmon has amazed audiences around the world. Kalmon empowers his audience with simple, but powerful techniques to boost confidence and belief toward their goals and to exceed their own personal and professional expectations. Each episode of Amplify Your Mindset features business leaders, motivators, and incredible individuals that share how mindset has contributed to their success. Put awareness and action into your life wi ...
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246 – The Value is in the Doing: Patrick Matthew
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Learn how Patrick Matthew’s overlooked insight into the theory of evolution shows why execution, not just inspiration, drives real impact. In Episode 246 of Anecdotally … The post 246 – The Value is in the Doing: Patrick Matthew appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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How a coach’s unexpected decision showed the power of empathy, lifted a team, and reminded us that leadership is deeply human. In Episode 245 of … The post 245 – Doing the Human Thing: Joe Ingles appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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244 – Building Culture with Your Bare Hands: Jeff Bezos
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Discover how Jeff Bezos turned a DIY desk into a powerful symbol of frugality and a cornerstone of Amazon’s culture. In Episode 244 of Anecdotally … The post 244 – Building Culture with Your Bare Hands: Jeff Bezos appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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Listen to hear how Stan Lee’s bold decision-making and trust in his instincts turned Spider-Man into a global icon, and what you can learn for … The post 243 – Trust Your Spider Senses: Stan Lee appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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Listen to hear a timeless fable, useful in business situations where great ideas face real-world challenges and execution matters. In Episode 242 of Anecdotally Speaking, … The post 242 – Who’s Going to Bell the Cat? appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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241 – Turning Mistakes Into Magic: Miles Davies
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In Episode 241 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how a wrong note became a moment of brilliance – and the lesson it holds. Mark shares a … The post 241 – Turning Mistakes Into Magic: Miles Davies appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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Episode 240 – Everyday Storytelling: The Secret to Better Communication
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In episode 240 of Anecdotally Speaking, Mark and Shawn give insight into everyday storytelling—what it is, why it’s so important, and how it can be … The post Episode 240 – Everyday Storytelling: The Secret to Better Communication appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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239 – Patrick Cooley: How Stories Shape Leadership at Mars
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In Episode 239 of Anecdotally Speaking, Patrick Cooley, a business leader at Royal Canin, shares insights on leadership, resilience, and the role of storytelling in … The post 239 – Patrick Cooley: How Stories Shape Leadership at Mars appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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238 – When Incentives Backfire: The Great Hanoi Rat Hunt
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Discover how well-intended incentives can backfire through the story of the great Hanoi rat hunt – a lesson in unintended consequences. In Episode 238 of … The post 238 – When Incentives Backfire: The Great Hanoi Rat Hunt appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 237 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover why staying true to your strengths and being selective with what advice you take is key to long-term … The post 237 – Play Your Own Game: Josh Waitzkin appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 236, hear the dramatic story of the Vasa, Sweden’s ill-fated warship, and the lessons it holds for leadership, decision-making, and engineering. In this … The post 236 – Ignoring Expertise: The Vasa appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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235 – Price vs Value: Julius Caesar’s Ransom
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How Julius Caesar turned a kidnapping into a power move—and what it teaches us about sales, self-worth, and negotiation. In Episode 235 of Anecdotally Speaking, … The post 235 – Price vs Value: Julius Caesar’s Ransom appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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234 – Paul Luxton: Storytelling and Authenticity in Leadership
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In Episode 234 of Anecdotally Speaking, Paul Luxton, Head of Asia for Syngenta, shares insights on leadership, cultural adaptability, and the power of storytelling. Paul … The post 234 – Paul Luxton: Storytelling and Authenticity in Leadership appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 233 of Anecdotally Speaking, learn how Domino’s transformed their business by owning their flaws and taking bold action. Mark shares the remarkable story … The post 233 – Sorry We Suck: Domino’s Pizza appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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232 – Humanity in the Trenches: The Christmas Truce of 1914
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Uncover the incredible true story of how Christmas spirit brought enemy soldiers together in No Man’s Land during World War I in 1914. In the … The post 232 – Humanity in the Trenches: The Christmas Truce of 1914 appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 231 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how Bob Iger used a simple story to drive a billion-dollar turnaround at Disney. In Episode 231 of … The post 231 – A Parade to Billions: Bob Iger appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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230 – Purpose Drives Performance: Adam Grant
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In Episode 230 of Anecdotally Speaking discover how purpose and storytelling can skyrocket performance. In Episode 230 of Anecdotally Speaking, Shawn shares a research story … The post 230 – Purpose Drives Performance: Adam Grant appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 229 of Anecdotally Speaking, explore how Edwards Everett and Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Addresses demonstrate the impact of concise communication. In Episode 229 of … The post 229 – Less is More: Edward Everett appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 228, we examine Orson Welles’ groundbreaking War of the Worlds broadcast and its lessons on innovation and the ethical complexities of storytelling. In … The post 228 – The Power and Peril of Storytelling: Orson Welles appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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Explore the story of Cecilia Payne, whose discovery reshaped our understanding of the universe—and what it teaches us about perseverance, recognition, and excellence. In Episode … The post 227 – Too Good to Ignore: Cecilia Payne appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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226 – Falconry and Fortitude: The Siege of Malta
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In this episode of Anecdotally Speaking, Shawn and Mark explore a gripping historical tale from Malta, highlighting lessons in resilience and ingenuity. In Episode 226 … The post 226 – Falconry and Fortitude: The Siege of Malta appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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225 – Shady Dealings in a Bright Industry: Phoebus Cartel
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In Episode 225 of Anecdotally Speaking, Mark explores why lightbulbs don’t last forever and the implications of planned obsolescence. In Episode 225 of Anecdotally Speaking, … The post 225 – Shady Dealings in a Bright Industry: Phoebus Cartel appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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224 – Small Inventions Can Change the World: John Gates
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In Episode 224 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how barbed wire transformed the American West and its business lessons on innovation. In Episode 224 of Anecdotally … The post 224 – Small Inventions Can Change the World: John Gates appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 223 of Anecdotally Speaking, listen to hear Shelley Beumont’s insights into the field of communications, and why storytelling, connection, and authenticity are essential … The post 223 – Shelley Beumont: Storytelling in Communications appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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In Episode 222 of Anecdotally Speaking, listen to hear a story that exemplifies why adaptability is one of the most important attributes of longevity. In … The post 222 – Bridge to Nowhere appeared first on Anecdote.By Shawn Callahan & Mark Schenk
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