1. The Power of Storytelling Carrie Caruthers

2. “Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today.” --Robert McKee

3. What is Storytelling Teaching Conveying information Sharing of wisdom Preserving memories Emotional connections

4. Storytelling Throughout History 40,000 Year Old Cave Painting Diamond Sutra AD 868 154 Sonnets 1609 Modern Times Word of Mouth

5. Why Storytelling is Important Connect Convey Create

6. How to Tell Your Story Know your audience Have a clear message Believe in your message Keep audience engaged Paint a picture Use direct quotes

7. “They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.” --Maya Angelou

8. Carrie Caruthers cecaruthers@gmail.com @CarrieCaruthers cecaruthers@gmail.com