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Did you know that communication is the most important skill that employers seek, according to a 2023 Pearson Skills Outlook study? But there's one micro-skill within communication that companies want me to teach their employees: Storytelling. If you can tell great stories, you'll: - Crush interviews - Command attention in meetings - Deliver memorable presentations I taught many frameworks for telling great stories on the spot. Because it's so important, I made a Storytelling Cheatsheet that you can download and print out for free. What's one takeaway from this Cheatsheet that you'll incorporate next? Comment below.

Never end your interview with a hiring manager asking this question: - How would you describe the company's culture? Instead, prepare a list of the top 5 things you're looking for in your next role, and why you want them (scroll to the bottom of this post for a link to the template). Then ask: - "I prepared a list of what I'm looking for in my next role. Can I take two minutes to walk you through it and get your honest opinion as to how well this open position would fit what I'm looking for? This is effective because: - You get the most intel from this question to inform your decision - You give your hiring manager a better idea as to who you are as a candidate - No one else does this, so you stand out (in a positive way) No one will ever answer "no" if they're serious about you. Why? Because they want to ensure that it's a good fit on BOTH sides. If they do say "no," then I'd cut the interview short. Want the template? Click HERE. By the way, this template has helped me stay true to who I am and what I want to do outside of the interviewing context. I recalibrate my 5 WHAT'S and 5 WHY'S every 3 months. It helps me stay clear in my communication when I'm speaking in ANY professional setting. I hope this helps.

Made To Stick By Chip Heath — great book about how to tell stories that stick with people in the long run. Talk Like TED by Carmine Gallo — 9 public speaking tips that the best TED talkers have implemented. Captivate by Vanessa Van Edwards — the science behind connecting with people (great for networking). What are your favorites? Comment below!