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28 Bags of Sprouts - Storytelling with Impact
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Ready To Unlock a Superpower?
Storytelling is not just reserved for those big moments, in fact storytelling is the fabric of all communication connecting 8 billion people across the world... and you can harness its power. Every day you are surrounded and involved in countless storytelling moments with people. Whether it be conversations, interviews, meetings, presentations, events, public speaking, emails, social posts, personal branding, live feeds, videos, speeches, being on a date, or much more... why, what, and how you communicate... matters.
With such a diverse range of storytelling opportunities available, by harnessing this superpower, just think of the difference and impact that it can make not just for you or your business, but also for others.
Over 20 years ago, a story shared about 28 bags of sprouts was enough to make the difference, to make an impact, and to change Jamie’s life.
In 28 Bags of Sprouts - Storytelling with Impact, Jamie introduces you to the sprout model, a unique storytelling framework made up of layers and ingredients, applicable to any scenario, and designed with the purpose of improving the impact of your storytelling. Using a storytelling scenario of your choosing, Jamie coaches you through the model, bringing it to life not just through his own stories, but also through the stories of six
Simon Alexander Ong: International Keynote Speaker, Award Winning Coach and Best-Selling Author of Energize.
Dr Rohini Anand: Senior DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) Advisor and Published Author.
Matthew Phelan: Co-Founder of The Happiness Index, TEDx Speaker and Employee Happiness Author.
Andrew Macaskill: LinkedIn Top Voice for Careers, and Best-Selling Author of The Job Search Playbook.
Jeremy Schwartz: International Speaker, Adventurer and Former CEO and MD of Pandora, The Body Shop, L'Oréal and Coca Cola.
Matt Dawson MBE: Rugby World Cup Winner, Author and Media Personality.
By the end of the book, you will have understood and applied a repeatable model that can be used anytime, anywhere.
Is the book for me? ... And what are the benefits?
At the end of the day, we are all human, and we all communicate, therefore the sprout model is for everyone. However, this book does have a business orientation and would directly appeal
• Business Owners
• Leaders / Managers
• Teams / Employees
• People looking for workAnd for the benefits ... Think back to any scenario where you have communicated, now imagine in that moment making the most positive impact possible. Now ask yourself this ... what would have been the benefit?
There’s your answer ...
Whatever your story, if you communicate with people... then this book is a must read.
Stories • Change • Lives
www.jamie-mackenzie.com
Ready To Unlock a Superpower?
Storytelling is not just reserved for those big moments, in fact storytelling is the fabric of all communication connecting 8 billion people across the world... and you can harness its power. Every day you are surrounded and involved in countless storytelling moments with people. Whether it be conversations, interviews, meetings, presentations, events, public speaking, emails, social posts, personal branding, live feeds, videos, speeches, being on a date, or much more... why, what, and how you communicate... matters.
With such a diverse range of storytelling opportunities available, by harnessing this superpower, just think of the difference and impact that it can make not just for you or your business, but also for others.
Over 20 years ago, a story shared about 28 bags of sprouts was enough to make the difference, to make an impact, and to change Jamie’s life.
In 28 Bags of Sprouts - Storytelling with Impact, Jamie introduces you to the sprout model, a unique storytelling framework made up of layers and ingredients, applicable to any scenario, and designed with the purpose of improving the impact of your storytelling. Using a storytelling scenario of your choosing, Jamie coaches you through the model, bringing it to life not just through his own stories, but also through the stories of six
Simon Alexander Ong: International Keynote Speaker, Award Winning Coach and Best-Selling Author of Energize.
Dr Rohini Anand: Senior DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) Advisor and Published Author.
Matthew Phelan: Co-Founder of The Happiness Index, TEDx Speaker and Employee Happiness Author.
Andrew Macaskill: LinkedIn Top Voice for Careers, and Best-Selling Author of The Job Search Playbook.
Jeremy Schwartz: International Speaker, Adventurer and Former CEO and MD of Pandora, The Body Shop, L'Oréal and Coca Cola.
Matt Dawson MBE: Rugby World Cup Winner, Author and Media Personality.
By the end of the book, you will have understood and applied a repeatable model that can be used anytime, anywhere.
Is the book for me? ... And what are the benefits?
At the end of the day, we are all human, and we all communicate, therefore the sprout model is for everyone. However, this book does have a business orientation and would directly appeal
• Business Owners
• Leaders / Managers
• Teams / Employees
• People looking for workAnd for the benefits ... Think back to any scenario where you have communicated, now imagine in that moment making the most positive impact possible. Now ask yourself this ... what would have been the benefit?
There’s your answer ...
Whatever your story, if you communicate with people... then this book is a must read.
Stories • Change • Lives
www.jamie-mackenzie.com
167 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 23, 2024
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About the author
Jamie Mackenzie
3 books2 followersWith over two decades of leadership experience in multinational corporations and a lifetime of personal transformation, Jamie has discovered the profound impact of storytelling on communication, connection, and change.
His journey from corporate boardrooms to becoming a bestselling author, speaker, coach, and social entrepreneur is rooted in one powerful truth: Stories Change Lives.
Jamie’s mission is to inspire people of all ages to harness the power of storytelling to create meaningful connections, drive positive change, and prioritise long-lasting happiness. Through his work, Jamie equips individuals, teams, and organisations with tools that transform how they communicate and inspire action.
Whether you're engaging with Jamie as a reader, participant, or partner, you’ll discover how stories can shape perspectives, strengthen relationships, empower growth, and make life changing impacts.
His journey from corporate boardrooms to becoming a bestselling author, speaker, coach, and social entrepreneur is rooted in one powerful truth: Stories Change Lives.
Jamie’s mission is to inspire people of all ages to harness the power of storytelling to create meaningful connections, drive positive change, and prioritise long-lasting happiness. Through his work, Jamie equips individuals, teams, and organisations with tools that transform how they communicate and inspire action.
Whether you're engaging with Jamie as a reader, participant, or partner, you’ll discover how stories can shape perspectives, strengthen relationships, empower growth, and make life changing impacts.
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September 30, 2024
28 Bags of Sprouts" is a really cool book that teaches you how to tell stories that stick. The author breaks down the process into easy-to-follow steps, and uses real-life examples to make it even clearer.
I especially liked how he stresses the importance of knowing what you want to achieve with your story before you even start. It's a simple idea, but it's something a lot of people forget.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their storytelling skills. It's practical, fun, and packed with helpful tips
I especially liked how he stresses the importance of knowing what you want to achieve with your story before you even start. It's a simple idea, but it's something a lot of people forget.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their storytelling skills. It's practical, fun, and packed with helpful tips
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