One of the most common storytelling mistakes leaders make in presentations: they go too long. Public speaking coach Cindy Skalicky explains that a well-placed story in a business presentation should be no more than five or six sentences — short, chiseled, and out. The goal isn't to impress people with your backstory. It's to make a splash, make it relevant, and create a theme you can return to throughout the presentation. Less is almost always more when it comes to business storytelling.
Watch the full episode with Cindy Skalicky on the Limitless Leadership Lounge: https://youtu.be/zTW634DSc4s
