Sticking to My Story Masterclass
In business, the best message doesn’t always win, the best story does.
Join global pitch expert Donna Griffit for a transformative workshop where you’ll learn how to apply the timeless principles of storytelling to your business messages and win the hearts and minds of any audience.
Through an interactive, hands-on session, you’ll uncover the secret frameworks Donna has used to help Fortune 500 companies, startups, and accelerators craft narratives that resonate, inspire action, and create magical influence in every room.
What You’ll Learn:
📌 Section 1 – The Origins of Storytelling
What is storytelling? Where did it begin? And why is it so powerful in business communication?
📌 Section 2 – Structure and Content of Storytelling
Learn the core foundations for infusing any message with stories that stick.
📌 Section 3 – The Audience Perspective
Discover why great storytelling is never about you — and how to make it all about your audience.
📌 Section 4 – The Secrets of Hollywood Writing
Keep people on the edge of their seats, just like in a great action movie, with heroes and villains.
📌 Section 5 – Frame Yourself for Successful Communication
From presentations to elevator pitches, documents to emails — learn to frame yourself for maximum impact.
📌 Section 6 – What Your Grandma Can Teach You About Good Communication
It’s not about dumbing it down — it’s about elevating your audience.
📌 Section 7 – The Silver Bullet
The surefire ingredient that makes your audience move to action.
📌 Section 8 – Bonus Tips
Last-minute zingers to boost your business influence.
📌 Section 9 – Showtime!
Put it into practice. Participants will refine a message and present it live, receiving real-time feedback from Donna (4–5 participants).
📌 Section 10 – Takeaway Gift
Every participant receives a copy of Sticking to My Story: The Alchemy of Storytelling for Startups by Donna Griffit.
Who Should Attend:
Entrepreneurs, founders, sales leaders, marketers, executives, and anyone who needs to persuade, influence, and align others through the power of narrative.
Event Partner
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