Be heard. Change minds. Get people to act. (Inspire them to clap.)
Whether presenting in a meeting, delivering a keynote on stage, or simply talking with your colleagues about your latest project, you play a critical role in how information is shared. You determine whether people engage, understand, and take action.
In storytelling with you, best-selling author and world-renowned speaker Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic prepares you to develop your story and deliver it with prowess. She unlocks the secrets that have propelled her from self-described introvert to sought-after presenter, distilling lessons learned into this immensely powerful and practical guide.
The journey starts by building the foundation for effective communication: gaining an understanding of your audience and message. You’ll then learn to transform your ideas into compelling stories and illustrative content. Once the materials are set, you’ll turn your attention inward and explore strategies to hone your delivery and communicate with confidence, preparing you for exceptional meetings and knockout presentations.
Give your hard work a voice and amplify your impact by communicating in a way that makes people want to listen and respond - storytelling with you will help you do it.
Table of Contents
acknowledegments ix
about the author xi
introduction xiii
plan
chapter 1 consider your audience 3
chapter 2 craft your message 25
chapter 3 compile the pieces 45
chapter 4 form a story 65
create
chapter 5 set the style & structure 91
chapter 6 say it with words 127
chapter 7 show data in graphs 151
chapter 8 illustrate with images 187
deliver
chapter 9 refine through practice 219
chapter 10 build your confidence 243
chapter 11 introduce yourself 273
chapter 12 have a stellar session 289
appendix 309
index 333
