This course is for those who are looking to enhance their presentation and communication skills by utilising the power of story. Using appropriate, relevant, and compelling stories in any communication scenario will naturally help you to connect more fully with your audience. Discover how story can be used as a tool to build stronger connections in the workplace, create compelling and memorable content, and to drive visible change.
This course was previously known as ‘Influential Storytellers’.
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Course Components
Identify the science of storytelling and why humans are hardwired for story.
Develop common story themes that feature in the business world.
Examine the difference between personal, second-hand and public stories.
Explore how to construct a compelling story, and how to use emotional tactics to engage and inspire your audience.
Plan to use vocal and physical warm up to support your storytelling technique.
Outcomes
Understand how structure supports strong business storytelling.
Demonstrate confidence when using story as a business tool.
Practise using a story spine to start planning your own stories.
Display strategies to engage and influence your audience through story. Identify and interpret key messages which may be important in reaching your audience.
In the lead up to the course, think about a situation at work in which telling a story might allow you to connect to your audience and support what you have to say. This could be a sales pitch, at a town hall, in a boardroom meeting or presenting at an event.
Catering is included as part of the course, with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea served for all participants. If you have dietary requirements, please notify us in advance.
It is advisable to wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes as there may be some movement exercises.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the course and check in with the venue staff to let them know you’ve arrived.
If you’re running late please call NIDA Reception – (02) 9697 7600 and they will alert the NIDA Corporate Training team.
Testimonials
Storytelling for Professional Impact
Thank you so much – I took a lot away from the day and am looking forward to applying it back in my work setting.
Change Manager
South Eastern Sydney local Health District
Storytelling for Professional Impact
… it was a brilliant course! I found the warm up activities helpful to get me in the mindset for the different segments. It created context to better absorb the information about storytelling by being able to recall on the warm up activity.
Partnerships Engagement Officer
Botanic Gardens of Sydney
Storytelling for Professional Impact
The practical exercise was the most useful. And as much as I was fearful, the coaching session after lunch was powerful to get feedback on the fly and see other participants growth as well.
Digital Product Lead Acquisitions
HCF Australia
Looking for something custom?
We can deliver this course in-house at your organisation or tailor this course for your team’s needs.
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