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The Economist Showcases the Anecdote as an Art Form

I’m a big fan of The Economist. The writers have perfected storytelling for a business audience. Of course, the writers toil in relative obscurity with a no-byline policy that leaves readers to wonder “Who the hell wrote that piece?” So I can’t tell you who penned the masterpiece called “A Different Game,” addressing data storage …more

Top Storytelling Blog Posts From 2009 (Part II)

I shared half of my list of favorite posts from a cruise through the past yesterday. Here’s the remaining five. 6) Iron Reporter: Wall Street Journal Versus NY Times On A Russian Train I came up with the Iron Reporter concept for scrutinizing how two different reporters cover the same topic. In this case, my …more

Top Storytelling Blog Posts From 2009 (Part I)

I cruised back through my 2009 posts, flagging my personal favorites. Here’s half the list: 1) AIG Jumps Into Fray with Its Side of the Story This was my first time getting in touch with my inner smart-ass self: The power of empathy championed by Oprah and her ilk is not lost on Mr. Liddy. His …more