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Page 1: The Art of Storytelling in Leadership

The Art of Storytelling in Leadership:Better Leaders, Better Stories

Dawn J. [email protected]

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What is Leadership?

Taking responsibility for enabling others to

achieve purpose in the face of uncertainty

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The Beginning: ____________________

Examples/Details:

1. _______________________________

2. _______________________________

3. _______________________________

The Climax: ____________________________

Details: 1. ____________________________

2. __________________________________

3. __________________________________

4. __________________________________

The Resolution: ______________

Details that refer back to The Beginning::

1. _____________________________

2. _____________________________

3. _____________________________

Details: 1. ____________________________ 3. ____________________________

2. ____________________________ 4. ____________________________

The Inciting Incident: _______________________________

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Barack Obama, 2004 Democratic National Convention

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Self – Who are you and what is your

purpose/ passion/gifts ?

Us – Who is part of your community,

and what are some of the values you share?

Now – What are the challenges this

community faces and what choices must be made to achieve greatness?

Leadership Story Elements

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• …you discovered a belief or conviction- started to appreciate something, someone, or a new perspective.

• …you were moved to stand up for something• …you broke the rules and made things worse (or better!)• …you made a great escape – perhaps from a job, a

relationship, social circle, or a bad habit• … you expected things to go one way, but they didn’t • … you learned a lesson you wish to pass on • … your beliefs clashed with someone else who close to you• … you made a decision that affected someone else in a big way

Tell us About A Time…

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“If you don’t tell your story, who

will?”

Keep Calm & Story On!

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