You can just tell when care has been put into customer experience or not. We arrived at a campground we had visited numerous times, and after this last visit, we suspect it is under new ownership because the vibe was totally different. The grounds had not been cared for, I personally didn’t feel cared for […]
A Walk in the Woods
Join me in my walk in the woods videos, where I talk about how leaders can use the power of Storytelling for impact, helping uncover the stories that move their audiences. I’ve been told I have a knack for taking complex topics and making them simple but engaging.
If not at my desk, you might find me out on the trail with my dogs and husband, out skiing or trail running. It’s where I do my best creative problem-solving. So, sit back and enjoy the great outdoors, taking these walks in the woods with me. Let's learn how to use the power of storytelling and effective communication to influence action and bring ideas to life.
Let's change the world one story at a time.
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Where to Find stories for your Next Presentation or Meeting
In my latest walk in the woods, I share one idea for where I get inspiration for stories and how to find them. Have a question or a meeting you could use an inspiration push for? Let me know, and I’ll take you on my next walk in the woods. I’m Lisa Gerber, and I […]
The Real You
The thing you’re keeping secret could be the thing that makes connections. Polished prose delivered by AI or and flat sentences brought to life into quirky content. People want the real you. So why are you holding it back? Side note: Walks in the Woods are back!!! Join me, won’t you for a little walk […]
Speak Their Language
We have a not so walk in the woods video today 🙂 Want to be an effective storyteller? Learn to speak their language. All too often, the reason your message isn’t resonating is because you are speaking what’s on your mind, and that doesn’t connect with what’s on their mind. The solution is in the […]
Zoom Out
We have another “walk” in the French Alps today, but it’s really a ride on a Poma lift. And in my last video, we talked about zooming in on details to tell a story that gets a standing ovation. Today, let’s consider zooming out and ensuring we bring in context and big-picture thinking. Here’s how:
Zoom In
Today’s walk in the woods takes place in the French Alps. It’s a continuation in my series on stories that get standing ovations and we talk about zooming in on details that bring a layer of depth to your story.
Addressing the Tough Topics
Please join me for a non-walk in the woods today. I was too lazy to actually go walk so, not one to procrastinate or make excuses, I recorded this out on the deck. Inspired by my personal experience with that crazy skin treatment for pre-cancer on my face, I wanted to talk about addressing the […]
What Not To Do If You Want a Standing Ovation
In part 2 of my series on Stories that get standing ovations I share a “to-don’t.” It follows on the heals of my previous video where I suggested you bring in feelings in and emotions so your audience can experience what the characters experienced. Today, I have suggestions for allowing your audience to interpret their […]
Stories That Get Standing Ovations
Inspired by a recent experience with a client, I’m starting a series called Stories That Get Standing Ovations. I worked with this client to tell her story in five minutes and it moved people to get on their feet, which prompted me to reflect back on our process, the collaboration, and the qualities that give stories standing ovations.
Your Strategy Tells A Story (whether you mean to or not)
In this week’s walk in the woods, I invite you to reflect on the experiences and actions of the people in your organization and how it impacts the stories people infer and tell about you.