Amsterdam Hub: Storytelling for Trainers & Facilitators
Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools in learning - and one of the hardest to use authentically.
When well delivered, it makes learning more memorable, and engages the learner’s attention in a unique way.
Yet, many trainers and facilitators struggle to find the right stories for their workshop, structure them in a way that they truly “flow”, or make their stories captivating.
In this interactive masterclass, you’ll actively explore core elements that make stories memorable and leave with practical insights you can immediately apply in your workshops, training, or talks.
This session is designed for trainers, facilitators, and L&D professionals who want to create learning experiences that feel more engaging, human, and catchy - and who are curious to deepen their storytelling skills.
🎁 KEY TAKE-AWAYS
Discover & practice core elements that make a story engaging
Learn to quickly spot what’s missing in a story to make it more engaging
Practice ways to make stories more vivid and memorable—without making them long
Discover how to make the “change” in a story clearer and more relatable for your audience
Meet Your Facilitators
Mirna Šmidt brings 18 years of hands-on training experience and a strong foundation in psychology and adult learning. With an MSc in Engineering & Computing from the University of Zagreb and an MSc in Applied Positive Psychology from Cambridge, she combines scientific insight with practical experience to create memorable, goal-driven learning experiences.Since completing a one-year Train the Trainer program in 2008, she has refined her expertise across diverse fields, including NLP, coaching, and brain-based learning.
Mirna has delivered programs in over 30 countries for NGOs, startups, and corporations like Cisco, L’Oreal, and Molson Coors, engaging participants from more than 50 nations and leading workshops at global conferences like HR Week and Women in Data Science. TEDx speaker.
As the founder of Trainers Toolbox Podcast and Happiness Academy, she focuses on advanced facilitation, positive psychology, and empowering trainers to design impactful learning environments.
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