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“An easy to read, well organized compilation of stories that demonstrates their power across a broad spectrum of business needs. Anyone choosing these techniques as part of their toolkit will appreciate the insights shared by the storytellers.” “Lori Silverman offers fresh ideas for introducing stories into organizations and inspiring better leadership through them. This is a well-researched and lively reference for leaders at every level.”
“This book takes the concept of organizational stories from a pleasant idea to a practical means to advance strategy, product development, and ultimately shareholder value.”
“I love the book. Lori Silverman and her contributors have assembled a valuable compendium of information on how and why stories enable transformation and include how to do this in your own organization. My hope is that this book will create a new generation of leaders who will stop numbing people with spreadsheets and pie charts, and start inspiring them with stories that illuminate organizational mission, values, and goals.”
“Storytelling, often thought to be a dying craft, is making a sensational comeback in modern day organizational life. Leaders in all walks will benefit from Silverman’s real world accounts of storytelling successes in high performing organizations.”
“Silverman reminds us that the best tools for connecting to and inspiring our teams are the oldest ones—stories. A customer service story, a story illustrating our history, or a story exhibiting commitment to share goals can inspire more deeply than an directive from on high. Put flesh on the bone. Tell a story.”
“When just about every fact on the planet is but one mouse click away, stories take on new importance in every business enterprise. From leadership to team building to branding to knowledge management, narrative has become a powerful—and essential—tool. This collection of essays offers an array of savvy advice on how to unleash the power of stories in your organization.”
“Achieving results through others is a key competency for everyone in a leadership role. Lori’s book illustrates how the use of stories will help your organization achieve positive outcomes. A must read for anyone in an organization facing significant change.”
“Organizations have a real issue: The fact that they are both community and hierarchy, and that the two are often at cross-purposes with one another. Stories are a vehicle for expressing this kind of understanding and connection that from time to time make a great difference.”
“This book is excellent at introducing how stories can be used to communicate management principles and strategic ideas. It's the first to summarize the use of story in various business applications with REAL examples and results. I seriously will use the concepts presented in this book in my own company.”
“A captivating and inspirational read that reveals the power of stories to influence change in organizations! Lori Silverman does a masterful job of weaving a tapestry of stories from publicly traded companies and small businesses to governmental agencies and nonprofits that exemplify best practices in customer service, project management, teamwork, leadership, organizational change and more.”
“Wake Me Up When The Data Is Over is an invaluable set of insights about how business stories are being used in practical ways in a wide variety of organizational contexts. Essential reading for anyone interested in learning how to use story—the most ancient of technologies—for very modern purposes.”
“If your success as an executive depends upon your ability to engage your people, your leadership and other vital stakeholders, you have to read this book. Using this proven technique will enhance the organization's success as well your communications and also transcend your activities and ultimate effectiveness. This book is a resource you'll refer to time and time again.”
“Wow! This was a really great read—unique and pertinent to day-to-day leadership. It provides a very fresh perspective on a very old subject.”
“What a wonderful book. Instead of theory and ideas, this book teaches by telling us stories that focus in on the everyday life of an organization, and the things that make a difference. The book introduces a new form of business education that is vivid, inspirational and helpful.”
“As a person who has worked in the nonprofit world and ‘fought hunger’ for the past 17 years, I can totally attest to the strategies outlined in “Wake Me Up.” Charts cannot convey the loss of hope or dignity that comes with poverty, not will statistics inspire citizens to see their role in finding solutions. Stories help people see the bigger world, and they can often give people the courage and understanding they need to step forward and become engaged. I never leave home without a story in my pocket.”
“The book is fabulous. The case studies are eye-opening to new and pragmatic ideas that can be implemented at all levels of an organization.”
“Companies that use fact-based selling techniques struggle to differentiate themselves from their competition. This insightful and groundbreaking book teaches storytelling techniques that can transform any such organization from simply being competitive to being unforgettable.”
“Every organization has its stories. Anyone wanting to understand an organization’s culture need only listen to the stories people tell. This book is a ‘must read’ in that it describes ways to use storytelling and story hearing to affect an organization’s culture to create desired results.”
“Storytelling and corporate lore play an important role in communicating strategies, intentions, operating styles and especially values. The organizational and topical breadth of the stories gathered together in this volume will inspire you to tell the most meaningful story of all—yours.”
“Storytelling sounds so simple. And it was, once upon a time. This book is a reminder that storytelling allows deeper understanding of and commitment to a situation or a person, and it’s a reference to jump-start the thinking required to tell your story.”
“This book will reshape your view of storytelling and give you lots of practical ways to use stories in your organization to capture the hearts and minds of people.”
“Business leaders in all arenas will be inspired by Wake Me Up to explore and harness the power of their individual and collective experiences to affect change and influence success.”
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