1. Storytelling Cheryl Wiles with February 14, 2018
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2. Behind the curtain Preview:
Why Stories work so well – Science of storytelling
How to tell a great story – presence (non-verbal communication) and storytelling tips
Finding Your Story – you’ll craft a story and tell it to a small group of your peers in this room – and get feedback
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3. Why does storytelling work so well?
Science of storytelling
Cortisol
Oxytocin
You will forget the facts but you will remember the stories
Imagery – shared space
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4. Telling a Story Managing self-doubt and nerves
Leadership Presence – what it is and why it’s important
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5. Finding your Stories What is holding your stories back?
Biggest mistake in business – allude to a story, but we don’t actually tell it.
Share the story of your passion rather than talking about your passion.
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6. Tips for finding your stories
Make a list of firsts
Someone said you couldn’t, but you did
You overcame fear
The moment your “why” was born
Origin story
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7. Storytelling Exercise
Start in the middle of the action
Help people feel like they are there with you
Make the conflict clear
Talk about why it all matters
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8. The Power of Stories Start in the middle of the action
Help people feel like they are there with you
Make the conflict clear
Talk about why it all matters
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9. www.thepolishedspeaker.com cwiles@thepolishedspeaker.com
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