Want to Be a Better Storyteller? Start Watching TikTok

Up your storytelling game by following master TikTok storytellers who succinctly tell complete stories in less than three minutes

Justin Cox
Creators Hub
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3 min readDec 3, 2021

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I love a good story. Chances are high that you do, too. I firmly believe that we are wired to engage with stories. They captivate, educate, and entertain us in ways that other methods simply cannot. A great tale even stimulates our brains and enhances our emotions.

As a writer, I’m constantly looking for ways to be a better storyteller. Whether I’m writing articles or strategic plans for nonprofits, capturing the reader’s attention through storytelling is vital. Thankfully, we have access to a wealth of information about becoming a better storyteller (cough The Writing Cooperative cough). Though, this isn’t a plug for my publication.

Reading information, tips, and tricks is a great way to learn. However, I firmly believe that the best way to be a better storyteller is to listen to great storytelling. Humans have been verbally passing down stories since the campfires of early civilization. Today, we have access to the…

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Justin Cox
Creators Hub

I help writers and nonprofits grow. Editor of The Writing Cooperative. Contact at JustinCox.com