Shawn Callahan
@shawncallahan.bsky.social
I love helping leaders be better oral communicators. I’m mainly helping people find, tell and listen to business stories.
I’m based in Melbourne but work globally.
I’m also raising the profile of artist Gray Smith and writing a book on storytelling.
I’m based in Melbourne but work globally.
I’m also raising the profile of artist Gray Smith and writing a book on storytelling.
My Apple Watch buzzed and said I had an irregular heartbeat. Today I had a test in preparation to talk with a cardiologist. A number of times medical practitioners were surprised my watch caught the problem.
February 20, 2025 at 8:27 AM
My Apple Watch buzzed and said I had an irregular heartbeat. Today I had a test in preparation to talk with a cardiologist. A number of times medical practitioners were surprised my watch caught the problem.
In praise of small stories. One from Alicia Keys.
January 7, 2025 at 8:29 PM
In praise of small stories. One from Alicia Keys.
I’ve just shared a draft chapter from the book I’m writing on storytelling. It’s all about how to practice storytelling effectively, with practical tips: www.anecdote.com/2025/01/prac...
I’d love to hear your thoughts—what resonates, what questions does it prompt for you?
I’d love to hear your thoughts—what resonates, what questions does it prompt for you?
How to Practice Storytelling: Tips for Telling and Remembering Stories
Learn how to practice storytelling effectively with real-world tips on crafting memorable stories, testing them with an audience, and making them stick.
www.anecdote.com
January 5, 2025 at 1:19 AM
I’ve just shared a draft chapter from the book I’m writing on storytelling. It’s all about how to practice storytelling effectively, with practical tips: www.anecdote.com/2025/01/prac...
I’d love to hear your thoughts—what resonates, what questions does it prompt for you?
I’d love to hear your thoughts—what resonates, what questions does it prompt for you?
Want to know how to craft a compelling 15-second story? I recently wrote a post that’s been popular and shows you how. Check it out here: www.linkedin.com/posts/shawnc...
Shawn Callahan on LinkedIn: People Want Stories, Not Lists: The Case of Prime Minister Albanese | 38 comments
This is not a political post. It is rather a response to my frustration when I hear Australian politicians give speeches. So here I give some advice to our… | 38 comments on LinkedIn
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December 30, 2024 at 10:12 PM
Want to know how to craft a compelling 15-second story? I recently wrote a post that’s been popular and shows you how. Check it out here: www.linkedin.com/posts/shawnc...
I’m reading a fascinating biography of Pamela Harriman called Kingmaker by Sonia Purnell. A portrait of how to wield influence and power. amzn.asia/d/2su7WhG
Kingmaker: Pamela Churchill Harriman's astonishing life of seduction, intrigue and power, from the bestselling author of A Woman of No Importance : Purnell, Sonia: Amazon.com.au: Books
Kingmaker: Pamela Churchill Harriman's astonishing life of seduction, intrigue and power, from the bestselling author of A Woman of No Importance : Purnell, Sonia: Amazon.com.au: Books
amzn.asia
December 29, 2024 at 9:17 PM
I’m reading a fascinating biography of Pamela Harriman called Kingmaker by Sonia Purnell. A portrait of how to wield influence and power. amzn.asia/d/2su7WhG
Here’s an Australian artist we should all know about. Gray Smith. Part of the Heide Circle. My talk here talks about he fell out of popularity and remains an under appreciated Australian artist. youtu.be/YYO0YmZzGLo?...
The Untold Story of Gray Smith in Australian Modern Art
YouTube video by Shawn Callahan
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December 18, 2024 at 8:35 PM
Here’s an Australian artist we should all know about. Gray Smith. Part of the Heide Circle. My talk here talks about he fell out of popularity and remains an under appreciated Australian artist. youtu.be/YYO0YmZzGLo?...
As a kid we played Monopoly the fastest way possible. We divided all the money, houses and hotels and then started. A game lasted 20 minutes.
December 6, 2024 at 9:12 PM
As a kid we played Monopoly the fastest way possible. We divided all the money, houses and hotels and then started. A game lasted 20 minutes.
Christmas is a great time to hone your small 's' storytelling habit—daily experiences you can tell back at work to make a business point. Christmas time is a treasure trove of stories. Here are a few pointers to get started building your story habit. www.anecdote.com/2017/12/stor...
Tips on building the storytelling habit this Christmas
Christmas offers a great opportunity to develop the storytelling habit. Shawn Callahan gives you some simple tips to help you get started.
www.anecdote.com
December 3, 2024 at 9:09 PM
Christmas is a great time to hone your small 's' storytelling habit—daily experiences you can tell back at work to make a business point. Christmas time is a treasure trove of stories. Here are a few pointers to get started building your story habit. www.anecdote.com/2017/12/stor...
Australia passed world-first laws banning social media for kids under 16. Some are complaining that age gating will be hard. Social media companies have done much harder. Let’s not fall for that. Here’s a great essay about why we need it and why it can be done www.profgalloway.com/age-gating/
Age Gating | No Mercy / No Malice
I’m in a dark place. I just watched democracy collapsing as a con man abused an old man. I haven’t hit rock bottom yet, so let’s discuss social media and age-gating. Addiction & Reach Social media is ...
www.profgalloway.com
December 2, 2024 at 8:18 PM
Australia passed world-first laws banning social media for kids under 16. Some are complaining that age gating will be hard. Social media companies have done much harder. Let’s not fall for that. Here’s a great essay about why we need it and why it can be done www.profgalloway.com/age-gating/
Excited to join Bluesky! I’m Shawn Callahan, passionate about business storytelling, strategy, and uncovering untold stories—whether about modern art (Gray Smith fans, let’s talk!) or crafting strategy stories. Based in Melbourne, hiking trails and art museums are my second home. Let’s connect!
November 30, 2024 at 4:29 AM
Excited to join Bluesky! I’m Shawn Callahan, passionate about business storytelling, strategy, and uncovering untold stories—whether about modern art (Gray Smith fans, let’s talk!) or crafting strategy stories. Based in Melbourne, hiking trails and art museums are my second home. Let’s connect!