The Hidden Power of Analogy | John Pollack | TEDxUofM

John Pollack spoke about the power of analogies. He used an analogy to solidify a job as a presidential speechwriter and now he continues to explore how analogies may be the key to changing the world. A native Ann Arborite, John Pollack is an insightful individual and a masterful storyteller, having used his talents as the former presidential speechwriter for former United States president Bill Clinton. He now uses his writing prowess as a consultant, having served several Fortune 500 companies, non profits, and major philanthropists over the last 15 years. His latest works involve studying the powers of analogies and language in shaping our society around us.

[Jaybird]

Very engaging. Listening to him is like delving into a great detective novel while laying on a sunny beach.

[dontgobeach]

Comrades of IB (M2020), i wish you good luck on your conquest to completing your ToK essay.

[vivayo]

The first assembly line was developed by Ransom E. Olds, founder of the Olds Motor Vehicle Company and namesake of the Oldsmobile.

[LeaveBetter]

Very well spoken. PS don't know what the TOK squad is, but y'all seem awesome!😊

[sincityquinn]

His story about Bill Clan is incorrect. That is not how Henry Ford started the automation process. It was George Washington Carver who told Henry Ford about the automation process. Carver loved plant life and his love for plant life and the process of it is why factories are called... “plants” still to this day.

[kanadakanada]

Analogies = when they just don't understand. Get them to feel what you feel .but be carefully!

[Juanchoner]

the "its only a few bad apples" analogy

[adamnoe]

I am addicted to the analogy led life. Metaphor led. Pulchrymosia led.