Let Me Tell You a Story (Ep 105)
August 17th, 2026 · 37 mins 26 secs
About this Episode
In this episode of Community Pulse, the hosts explore why storytelling is one of the most valuable skills in Developer Relations. Through examples from conference talks and internal product meetings, they show how relatable stories capture attention and make ideas more memorable than lists of facts alone.
The episode shares practical insights on using storytelling to better engage audiences, advocate for developers, and communicate customer feedback effectively, while also discussing when a simple, fact-based approach is appropriate.
Checkouts
Wesley Faulkner
- Incorruptible: Why Good Companies Go Bad... and How Great Companies Stay Great by Eric Ries, The Lean Startup
PJ Hagerty
- Monk & Robot book series by Becky Chambers
- Ohwell.net - a comic on life in the 90s
Mary Thengvall
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