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Making Your Message Memorable - Self-Directed Courseware Ref: CMMM

Duration:
Self-study

Description:
Have you ever wanted to make a lasting impression, connect with an audience, or be recognized as an effective communicator? Delivering your message through stories is an excellent way to break the ice, inspire people, share good news, build team spirit, and more. Making Your Message Memorable show you how you can put stories to work in everyday business situations. You will learn a number of techniques for turning your experiences into effective stories, as well as advice on getting to know your audience, finding your storytelling style, and bringing your story to life. Telling stories in the workplace enables you not only to get your message across, but to make your message memorable.

Table Of Contents:
Introduction

Part 1: Storytelling in the Workplace
Nine Ways to Put Stories to Work
1. Opening and Closing Meetings
2. Breaking the Ice
3. Gaining Acceptance by Showing Vulnerability
4. Sharing Good News
5. Improving Job Skills and Increasing Productivity
6. Delivering Difficult News
7. Selling Products and Services
8. Building Teams
9. Increasing Diversity Awareness
Summary: Putting Stories to Work

Part 2: Developing Your Story
Defining Your Purpose
Knowing Your Audience
Finding Story Ideas
Choosing Your Story's Hero
Developing Conflict and Resolution
Organizing Your Story
Summary: Bringing It Together and Making It Work

Part 3: Bringing Your Story to Life
Getting Started with a Rough Draft
Telling or Reading the Story Aloud
Revising and Strengthening the Story
Checking the Story Against Its Purpose
Punching Up the Story with Extra Elements
Summary: The Nine Rs of Refining Stories

Part 4: Connecting with the Audience Through Your Delivery
Creating a Positive First Impression
Finding Your Natural Storytelling Style
Making the Most of Your Voice
Using Movement and Gestures
Adapting to Setting and Audience Size
Adding Props, Sound, and Audience Interaction
Summary: Storytelling Builds Connections

Appendix
Authors' Example Answers to the Exercises
Recommended Reading

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