Session 5 - Engagement

In this session, participants will refine their story pitches and focus on how to deliver their narratives effectively on stage. Just as a computer needs both hardware and software to function, storytelling requires both content and physical delivery. We will introduce techniques for managing stage presence, reducing performance anxiety, and using body language to enhance storytelling. Participants will practice delivering their stories with a focus on connection, confidence, and engagement. By the end of this session, they should feel more prepared to perform their narratives in front of an audience!

Overview

• story science

• performance

• nervousness

• engagement

Workshop Deliverables

Present a 2-3 min updated “less shitty” version of the narrative, incorporating week 4 feedback as appropriate.

[No speaking notes!]