Why Storytelling Is the Most Valuable Skill You Can Learn Today (and How to Get Better at It)

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If you clicked on this blog post, chances are you’ve realized something important — storytelling is a superpower. It doesn’t matter what your title is or where you are in life. Whether you’re a student, a professor, a business professional, or someone just trying to navigate conversations with friends and family — being able to tell good stories can dramatically improve your life.

But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: storytelling is not just an art, it’s a skill. And like any skill, it can be learned, practiced, and mastered.

Let me walk you through what I’ve learned over the years — from working as a management consultant to my current role in Strategy & Ops at Google — and share the most powerful storytelling techniques that have helped me stand out in rooms full of people who are often smarter and more experienced than me.