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VIEW COURSE CATALOGStorytelling for Change
Improve your public speaking by uncovering and communicating your personal story
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Storytelling for Change
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What You'll Learn
Share your personal story in a way that better connects with your audience and inspires change
Use established storytelling techniques and the “Leadership PRESence” framework to improve your leadership skills
Structure a presentation for maximum impact using the “Adience, Benefit, Goal” framework
Get helpful feedback on a presentation or pitch
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Change your view of the world
Draw inspiration from thought-provoking readings, videos, and reflections.
Gain diverse perspectives
Learn with a team that brings different experiences and thinking to the table.
Receive a certificate of recognition
Attain a “Statement of Accomplishment” recognizing your successful completion of a course.
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After participating in the course, we made a deliberate decision to abandon our old style and to fill our presentations with stories, and that totally changed the perspective and emotional reaction of the audience.”
Mario
Course Syllabus
01
LEARNING TOOLS
6 reading guides
5 workshop guides to help you develop your story and practice the various skills of a storyteller
15 videos featuring Ariel Group storytelling and leadership coach, Greta Cowan, and others
Supplemental resources
02
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION TO STORYTELLING
Video: Introduction to Storytelling
Video: Storytelling Example
Inspiring a Life of Immersion
Reading: Importance of Storytelling
Reading: Understand the Different Types of Stories
Activity: Life Map Exercise
Activity: Sharing Your Presentation Plan
03
SECTION 2: STORYTELLING AND LEADERSHIP PRESENCE
Video & Reading: Introducing the PRESence model
Video: How to do an EQ Check-In
Video: Examples of Personal Stories
Reading: Leadership Presence Framework
Reading: Identifying Your Story
Activity: Reflecting on Leadership Presence
Activity: Share Your Personal Story
04
SECTION 3: STORY CONTENT, FORM, AND EXPRESSIVENESS
Video: Storytelling Techniques
Video: Expressiveness in Storytelling
Reading: Techniques of the Storyteller
Reading: Expressiveness and Vocal Range
Activity: Practicing Your Expressiveness
Reading: Feedback Criteria for Storytelling
05
SECTION 4: GETTING READY TO PRESENT
Video: Demonstrating How to Integrate Your Story into a Presentation
Reading: Keeping Your Presentation Focused
Reading: Props and Visual Aids for Your Story
Reading: Relax, Breathe, and Involve Your Audience
Reading: Successful Presentation Structure
Activity: Audience, Goal, Benefit
06
SECTION 5: PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
Video: Passionate Purpose Demonstration
Video: Effective Body Language Demonstration
Reading: Passionate Purpose
Reading: Body Language
Reading: Rehearsal Techniques
Activity: Passionate Purpose Exercises
Activity: Rehearse and Present
07
SECTION 6: REFLECT AND LOOK FORWARD
Reading: Building a Personal “Library” of Stories
Activity: Develop a Personal Action Plan
Course Description
Supporters
Ariel is a communication training company and registered B Corporation that empowers organizations to have true influence. Ariel believes that solving business challenges starts with improving strategic communication skills. Ariel's blended solutions leverage cutting-edge technology and experiential learning to ensure that people write, speak, and sell with impact and emotional intelligence. Ariel uses methods across our learning arch that ensure lasting change and drive business forward. Ariel's holistic approach to communications is trusted by clients across the corporate and nonprofit sectors. Ariel has worked with Acumen staff and fellows since 2008.
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