The power of the narrative trend is growing rapidly in corporate America. Why? Because we work in the midst of extreme complexity. Things are changing so rapidly, if we do not stay somewhat current, we can be left behind in a matter of days.
Storytelling, today, has become a new art form. Ever seen one of those videos of someone drawing pictures on a whiteboard, only the drawing is going at a high rate of speed - and, someone is narrating the story as each new picture is revealed? It's engaging isn't it?
It keeps your interest and it encompasses your three primary channels for receiving information and learning. You see and hear it as you internalize the message and integrate what you see and hear with your feelings. Definitely beats a "talking head" or "boring powerpoint at #10 font" doesn't it?
ZFactor Publishing has seen this trend coming and has positioned itself to be a thought leader in mastering the power of the narrative to help individuals breakthrough the complexity of the situations they face day to day and achieve the results they desire, and more.
This is essential for us to achieve our mission to Reveal and Release Untapped Potential in today's complex and accelerating paced environments. Please engage with us as we move through this journey to bridge the gap between traditional publishing, digital publishing and the new developing territory of narrative publishing. Let's do some on the job learning, together.
~ Alan Goldsberry, Author and CEO of ZFactor Group Publishing
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Saturday, July 26, 2008
Are You a Glowing Ember?
A Glowing Ember defines people who have genuinely lived with "fire in the belly" and have sustainable success to prove it. Their stories of success inspire others yet the challenges they have overcome astound and leave you in a sense of awe and wonder for how they did it. They have lived through those times when this "fire in the belly" has consumed all of them - body, mind, heart, and soul. Many have endured a crucible life event, some medical, others physical and mental. And now, many of these once "fire in the bellies" driven to accomplish big goals have become glowing embers covered by a fine dust of ash. Herein lays a vast untapped human and spiritual potential never seen before and ready to become a roaring fire again.
A light breeze blowing across these glowing embers can ignite forest fires of possibilities for doing good, contributing to and serving others. The release of this potential has been longed for by all of humanity and imagined as possible throughout all history. It is no longer the dreams of prophets and writings of the philosophers. These possibilities for doing good for others have become the reality within every neighborhood, workplace, church, and school across the entire planet. These Glowing Embers reside in every neighborhood, school, place of work, place of worship, and throughout the various community activities. Most of these Glowing Embers only need an authentic leader to recognize them and be that light breeze of encouragement to bring forth their untapped potential.
Throughout all history, Glowing Embers are the mark of an aging and maturing population. The distinction today is the vast numbers of Glowing Embers who are healthy and highly capable with the wisdom and capacity to imagine the possibilities and take the necessary actions to make it happen. They envision and embody a sense of servant-hood, mentoring, and leadership. All the traits, behaviors and characteristics truly recognized as essential for creating value. They expect to continue to be actively using knowledge, skills, and expertise they have acquired over a lifetime and they are continually learning.
This xy graph (ZMap) presents how a Glowing Ember is positioned for mastery to mentor others and be builders of other leaders and communities as they refine their skills to now apply their highly developed capabilities and match that with an expansive capacity for managing change and dealing with the uncertainties of life and organization.
Glowing Embers have achieved success, most often unnoticed and without acknowledgement as to the impact and results they produced for their organizations. They do what they do, not driven by the need for fame and fortune, but because it is who they are. They are Value Creators. They have developed and refined essential skills and behaviors with intensity and focus on excellence. Most of all they care deeply about making a difference in every situation they find themselves. They embody the core values of the organization without compromise to their personal values and consistently exceed expectations.
Glowing Embers desire to be part of making big things happen that make a difference for others, their neighborhoods, communities, and the planet. Take a moment to consider who the Glowing Embers are near you. You may be one yourself.
This topic will be explored more deeply in upcoming blog posts and XY Glowing Embers will be recognized and acknowledged in order to more clearly distinguish who they are and what they are doing today to make a difference. If you have any suggestions or want to share your Glowing Ember story, please feel welcome to provide your comments.
~ Alan Goldsberry, Author and CEO of ZFactor Group Publishing
A light breeze blowing across these glowing embers can ignite forest fires of possibilities for doing good, contributing to and serving others. The release of this potential has been longed for by all of humanity and imagined as possible throughout all history. It is no longer the dreams of prophets and writings of the philosophers. These possibilities for doing good for others have become the reality within every neighborhood, workplace, church, and school across the entire planet. These Glowing Embers reside in every neighborhood, school, place of work, place of worship, and throughout the various community activities. Most of these Glowing Embers only need an authentic leader to recognize them and be that light breeze of encouragement to bring forth their untapped potential.
Throughout all history, Glowing Embers are the mark of an aging and maturing population. The distinction today is the vast numbers of Glowing Embers who are healthy and highly capable with the wisdom and capacity to imagine the possibilities and take the necessary actions to make it happen. They envision and embody a sense of servant-hood, mentoring, and leadership. All the traits, behaviors and characteristics truly recognized as essential for creating value. They expect to continue to be actively using knowledge, skills, and expertise they have acquired over a lifetime and they are continually learning.
This xy graph (ZMap) presents how a Glowing Ember is positioned for mastery to mentor others and be builders of other leaders and communities as they refine their skills to now apply their highly developed capabilities and match that with an expansive capacity for managing change and dealing with the uncertainties of life and organization.
Glowing Embers have achieved success, most often unnoticed and without acknowledgement as to the impact and results they produced for their organizations. They do what they do, not driven by the need for fame and fortune, but because it is who they are. They are Value Creators. They have developed and refined essential skills and behaviors with intensity and focus on excellence. Most of all they care deeply about making a difference in every situation they find themselves. They embody the core values of the organization without compromise to their personal values and consistently exceed expectations.
Glowing Embers desire to be part of making big things happen that make a difference for others, their neighborhoods, communities, and the planet. Take a moment to consider who the Glowing Embers are near you. You may be one yourself.
This topic will be explored more deeply in upcoming blog posts and XY Glowing Embers will be recognized and acknowledged in order to more clearly distinguish who they are and what they are doing today to make a difference. If you have any suggestions or want to share your Glowing Ember story, please feel welcome to provide your comments.
~ Alan Goldsberry, Author and CEO of ZFactor Group Publishing
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