Next steps

- So there you have the 10 stories that every leader needs to be able to tell and if you haven't already, it's time to start finding and crafting your own and you can start by just searching your own past for stories similar to the ones you heard here but don't stop there. Get stories from other people. Try holding a contest and giving away a prize for the best story. Solicit customer stories on your website and offer an incentive to share. Share this list of stories with your coworkers and family and friends, really anyone who might have a great story. You'll be surprised how willing people are to share their stories when they know you're looking for one. Now, once you find a story, don't just take it and use it the way you heard it. Chances are you can do much better. These really are the most important stories that any leader will ever tell. It's worthwhile to spend a little time refining it so that it's as compelling, memorable and effective as it can be. Now, to learn how to do that, you'll want to check out one of my other courses here on LinkedIn Learning called Leading with Stories. You'll learn how to use the right story structure, create the right level of emotional engagement and keep the story interesting and memorable with the element of surprise. Also, if you'd like to go deeper into any of these stories, check out my book The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell and if you have questions or want to connect, reach out to me on LinkedIn. Best of luck with your leadership stories.