How to be a Better Storyteller | Matthew Dicks | Author of Storyworthy
Feb 20, 2024
I read the book Storyworthy a couple of years ago, and it has been one of my “go-to” books on the art of storytelling. Today, I got to connect with its author, Matthew Dicks, who is an international bestselling author, columnist, playwright, teacher, and a beast in storytelling!
In this conversation, we dig into how to deliver your message in a way that sticks with the audience, as well as tactical tips on storytelling. One of the biggest takeaways we can carry from this conversation is that no matter how “boring” your life may seem, there is always a life-changing story to tell.
FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:
- Why you should start your stories as close to the end as possible
- Why every story should begin with an action and location
- How to make yourself more interesting with countless stories to tell
WHO IS MATTHEW DICKS?
Matthew Dicks is an internationally bestselling author, columnist, blogger, podcaster, playwright, and teacher.
A 59-time Moth StorySLAM champion and 9-time Moth GrandSLAM champion, Matthew teaches storytelling and public speaking to individuals, corporations, universities, entrepreneurs, religious institutions, and school districts around the world.
He also consults with advertising agencies, documentarians, filmmakers, writers, comedians, and more.
Connect with Matthew Dicks: https://matthewdicks.com/
