Become a more effective leader through storytelling

Storytelling Baseline Reflection

Record a short (2-minute) story you have used in a leadership setting

• Recorded story is authentic and relevant to leadership context
• Feedback summary identifies at least two strengths and two improvement areas
• Reflection notes link to leadership outcomes

Story Framework Outline

Draft a one-page outline describing your story structure for leadership communication

• Framework includes clear stages of story flow
• Prompts link to leadership values and goals
• Framework is actionable and repeatable

Signature Story Draft

Write a 300–500 word version of your signature leadership story using your framework

• Story follows the established framework
• Narrative conveys authentic leadership values
• Emotional arc and lesson are clear and engaging

Situational Story Set

Develop three short stories (100–200 words each) for common leadership contexts (e.g., change, challenge, motivation)

• Stories cover diverse leadership situations
• Each story includes clear purpose and audience tag
• Language is concise and emotionally resonant

Delivery Practice Recordings

Record two short videos delivering different stories from your library

• Videos demonstrate confident and authentic delivery
• Use of vocal tone and gesture enhances message
• Self-review identifies tangible improvement points

Leadership Storytelling Playbook & Presentation

Compile all components (framework, stories, delivery notes) into a structured Leadership Storytelling Playbook document or slide deck

• Playbook integrates all prior components coherently
• Presentation demonstrates confident storytelling with clear structure
• Final artifact is polished and applicable in professional contexts