Vern Oakley

CEO/Chief Storyteller @TribePictures, award-winning filmmaker, bestselling author, industry thought leader, tribe mobilizer.

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Wise words from a true genius

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Leaders are motivators, energizers, supporters, and teachers. They’re not defined by a title, but by the people they’ve pushed forward.

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Video is a powerful tool to foster a listening culture. From leadership updates to live town halls, see how video can build transparency and trust across your organization. https://t.co/wJFdunw6rx

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Companies lean on digital tools to maximize productivity. But equally important are the tools that connect us on a human-to-human level.

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This Edelman report confirms that corporate communications continue to trend toward transparency, authenticity, and proactive engagement.

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Don’t strive for perfect. No journey to greatness is without its stumbles. Each time you try again, you’re learning how to get closer to excellence. Nobody is perfect, but we can all work hard toward excellence.

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Transparency doesn’t automatically create trust. Leaders must learn how to utilize transparency to build trust, not put people or their data at risk. https://t.co/JWD7WpqhsW

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Major change—good or bad—can hit your company at any time. Continuous communication between leadership and employees is crucial so when that moment of change arrives, you’re ready to manage it swiftly.

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Psychological safety is not merely a corporate buzzword; it’s the foundation upon which trust, collaboration, and innovation are built.
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Each time the Olympics begin, we’re reminded of the unifying power of video. While we root for our own teams, the whole world collectively cheers on athletic excellence from the most impressive athletes in the world. It’s one of the finest forms of human connection through video.

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When leaders learn to navigate the delicate balance of ambition and humility, it isn’t just for their own reputation. This strength allows leaders to become trusted figures who recognize the greatness of people around them. https://t.co/ZUlrsI5kiw

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Do employees quake in your wake? Is your communication style actually hurting morale? Here’s what you need to do fix It. https://t.co/N3hxjHMiFj

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Social initiative campaigns are most productive when you reach viewers’ hearts.
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I love this new ad from Luftansa. It reminds us that every stranger has a story of their own. It’s always exciting to start working with a new subject and see what stories we can find.

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Video has the power to drive your most important audiences to act.

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We love this ad from Lyft. When June’s car is destroyed, she turns to Lyft for help. This beautifully-animated short is a charming, sentimental look at the ways in which we build community in a digital age.

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How do you dissect another artist’s work and steal their creative process? Start with this investigation to make truly great corporate video.

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Talk about targeting your audience. New Yorkers love to brag about all of the weird stuff that happens in the City — and how they're totally unfazed by any of it.

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Did you know that video can be the key strategy to creating an organization with open communication, greater employee retention, and higher profitability? https://t.co/nb3zRAVPjo

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