Books matching: practical storytelling insights
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Robert McKee's 'Story: Substance, Structure, Style, and the Principles of Screenwriting' delves deep into the art of storytelling, offering a comprehensive guide to crafting engaging narratives. McKee's writing style is informative and insightful, providing readers with a thorough understanding of story and character development. The book covers various aspects of storytelling, from narrative structure to character arcs, using examples from classic films to illustrate key concepts.
Imagine, in one global day, the pages of prose turned, plays performed, films screened, the unending stream of television comedy and drama, twenty-four-hour print and broadcast news, bedtime tales tol...- #2
Save:'The Hard Thing About Hard Things' by Ben Horowitz provides unique insights into startup success and CEO thinking. It delves into the challenges of entrepreneurship, drawing from the author's experiences in founding, managing, and selling technology companies. offers well-founded advice on leadership roles, hiring, performance management, and company strategies. It navigates through the complexities of transitioning from small to big, emphasizing the importance of committing to a strategy and making tough decisions for business growth.
Horowitz's writing style blends storytelling with practical advice, offering readers a glimpse into the mindset required to be a successful CEO. covers the struggles and triumphs of being a founding CEO, providing actionable information and guidance on navigating the hard, messy problems in business such as layoffs, losing deals, and failing companies. It highlights the importance of managing one's psychology, adapting leadership styles in peacetime and wartime, and the challenges of setting up a company without prior business connections or experience.
The other day I threw a big barbecue at my house and invited a hundred of my closest friends. These types of gatherings aren’t unusual. My brother-in-law, Cartheu, and I have been barbecuing for years... - #3
Save:In 'A Passion for Leadership', Robert M. Gates shares his extensive experiences in public service to provide valuable insights on leadership and change. Gates uses his various roles in government and academia to showcase the importance of moral principles, values, and effective leadership strategies. Through compelling storytelling, Gates navigates the complexities of managing vast organizations, offering a how-to guide on leading with integrity and conviction. The book delves into Gates' journey from the CIA to Secretary of Defense, highlighting the challenges and successes he faced in different leadership positions.
Everybody hates bureaucracies, even those who work in them. Yet in twenty-first-century America, apart from a handful of hermits and survivalists living off the grid, dealing with impenetrable, impers... - #4
Save:Sidney Lumet's 'Making Movies' is a comprehensive guide to the art and craft of filmmaking, as told by the legendary director himself. Lumet shares his experiences, insights, and practical advice on various aspects of movie making, from selecting a writer to making the final cut. The book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the filmmaking process, providing readers with a detailed overview of how movies are created, from script to screen. Lumet's writing style is informative, engaging, and filled with personal anecdotes that give readers a glimpse into the world of cinema.
The entrance to the Ukrainian National Home is on Second Avenue between Eighth and Ninth streets in New York City. There’s a restaurant on the ground floor. The odor of pierogi, borscht, barley soup, ... - #5
Save:'The Story Factor: Inspiration, Influence, and Persuasion through the Art of Storytelling' by Annette Simmons delves into the power of storytelling as a tool for influencing others. It explores how stories can evoke emotional responses and engage people at a deeper level compared to presenting facts. emphasizes the importance of storytelling in influencing behavior and changing perspectives, highlighting different types of stories that can serve well in influencing others. It also discusses the circular model of power in storytelling and the role of personal experiences in crafting influential stories.
Skip looked into the sea of suspicious stockholders and wondered what might convince them to follow his leadership. He was thirty-five, looked thirteen, and was thirdgeneration rich. He could tell the...
