Storytelling for Speaking and Presentations

Successful stories resonate when they have a clear message and a setting that turns the abstract into something relatable.

When it comes to the characters in your stories, don't be abstract - get specific so your audience can visualize and relate.

Make your stories more interesting by acting out your characters - they're always more interesting than a narrator.

What happens in your story? What happens next? How does it end? Tie it all into your message to make your story work.

Certain classic elements can help bring your story to life and communicate your message more clearly.

Practicing on video and using an iterative process can help you perfect your speaking and storytelling approach.

Can you effectively communicate your most important messages?

Understand your audience so you can prepare the right message.

How does your story end? Is it sad, happy, or something else?

Is your story resonating with your audience? Is it believable?

Don't turn off your natural instinct to tell stories just because you're in a work setting - they work best because they are personal and memorable.

Everyone has lots of personal stories - which ones should you share?

Storytelling skills are essential for basic communication as well as inspiring others.

Is your story, presentation, or talk really working? Do you like it?

We conclude this course with a recap and some final thoughts.