Advanced Presentations,

Storytelling & Facilitation Workshop

This course ensures a comprehensive, hands-on approach to mastering advanced storytelling and facilitation techniques tailored for professional presentations.

I. Introduction

  • Workshop objectives and outcomes

  • Importance of storytelling and facilitation in advanced presentations

  • Brief participant introductions and expectations

II. Foundations of Advanced Storytelling

  • Recap of storytelling basics

  • Elements of compelling stories: structure, conflict, resolution

  • Incorporating emotional intelligence into storytelling

  • Aligning stories with audience values and objectives

III. Techniques for Crafting Powerful Narratives

  • Using data and evidence to support stories without losing engagement

  • Employing metaphors, analogies, and vivid imagery

  • Balancing logic and emotion in storytelling

  • Story arc variations for different presentation purposes

IV. Facilitation Skills

  • Role of the facilitator in presentations and group interactions

  • Techniques for managing diverse audience dynamics

  • Active listening and adaptive questioning strategies

  • Conflict resolution and handling difficult participants

V. Interactive Storytelling and Facilitation Exercises

  • Crafting and delivering mini-stories with peer feedback

  • Role-play facilitation scenarios with real-time coaching

  • Group activities that reinforce narrative sharing and collaborative facilitation

VI. Integrating Storytelling with Facilitation Tools

  • Using multimedia and visuals to enhance narrative delivery

  • Leveraging technology for interactive facilitation

  • Designing participatory activities that support story themes

VII. Managing Presentation Flow and Audience Engagement

  • Techniques for pacing and energy management

  • Reading and responding to audience cues

  • Encouraging participation and maintaining focus

VIII. Practical Application: Workshop Participants’ Presentations

  • Preparation and rehearsal of participant-crafted presentations

  • Facilitated peer critiques focusing on storytelling and facilitation techniques

  • Group discussion of lessons learned and best practices