Storytelling

Storytelling is the art of telling stories. It's not just about sharing facts: it's about creating an emotional connection with your audience. Stories can clarify complex topics and improve engagement.
In this tailor-made course, you will learn how to move your audience by applying storytelling to your own message.
Content and approach
In this course, you will be working on the story you want to tell. For example, about who you are, your vision, your organisation’s strengths, or the lessons you have learned. You will work step by step to create a storyline and optimise how you tell your story. In the process, you will get lots of personal tips and feedback.
What will be covered?
In this course, we will work on themes such as:
- The definition of storytelling and its importance in communication
- Examples of effective storytelling in different contexts, such as research, business, education, and marketing
- How stories can evoke emotions and inspire people
- The core components of a story: characters, conflict, climax
- How to integrate facts and research findings into a story
- Techniques for building an emotional connection with your audience
- How to use personal anecdotes and experiences to strengthen authenticity
- How to use images to support your story
What is the outcome of this course?
After completing this course, you will be able to
- Create compelling stories
- Clarify complex topics and make them accessible
- Connect with your audience on an emotional level
- Give dynamic and compelling presentations
Who is this course suitable for?
For professionals who want to have more impact with a powerful story. Think executives, policy officers, and communications officers.
Tailor-made or open registration course
We can tailor this training to you or your team, or you can join one of the open registration courses offered by our partner Radboud in'to Languages.
Tailor-made course
During an intake interview, we will determine what is desirable and feasible and we will discuss the approach and design of our offer, from a coaching programme to a short workshop or multi-day course. The course can take place in a small group with your team or department, but also one-on-one. Courses take place at our premises or in-company. In some cases, some or all of the course can also take place online. After the intake interview, you will receive an offer with a tailor-made programme.
Open registration courses from Radboud in'to Languages
Our partner Radboud in'to Languages regularly organises the course Storytelling, which is open to everyone. For course dates, more information, and to register, please visit the website of Radboud in'to Languages.
What are the costs of a tailor-made course or coaching?
The costs depend on the design and duration of the course. You will always receive a tailor-made quotation. An internal rate applies to Wageningen University employees.
Why opt for a communication course or coaching from Wageningen in'to Languages?
- Practical and interactive, based on the latest insights into communication and language
- Immediately applicable: you work with your own texts and cases
- Personalised feedback and guidance from experienced, academically trained trainers
- Broad expertise in communication in diverse and international contexts
Are you interested?
Would you like more information or are you interested in this course? Please don’t hesitate to contact our tailor-made department. We are happy to discuss the options with you.
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