Implementation & Practice

Lesson 1: Creating Your Story Bank

Introduction

Working with global organizations taught me that a well-organized story bank is crucial for consistent leadership communication. Let's build your systematic approach to story collection and use.

Story Bank Organization Framework

1. Story Categories
   □ Leadership Moments
   □ Change Management
   □ Crisis Response
   □ Vision/Future
   □ Team Building
   □ Innovation
   □ Customer Impact

2. Story Elements for Each Entry
   □ Title: ___________________
   □ Context: ________________
   □ Challenge: ______________
   □ Action: _________________
   □ Result: _________________
   □ Learning: _______________
   □ Application: ____________

Story Collection Process

1. Regular Story Capture
   • Daily reflection
   • Team contributions
   • Success documentation
   • Challenge learnings
2. Story Development
   • Structure refinement
   • Impact clarification
   • Application notes
   • Delivery practice

Story Bank Template

Story Title: __________________
Date: _______________________
Category: ___________________

Situation:
- Context: _________________
- Stakeholders: ____________
- Initial challenge: ________

Narrative Elements:
- Key characters: __________
- Plot points: ____________
- Turning point: __________
- Resolution: _____________

Application Guidelines:
- Best used for: __________
- Key message: ___________
- Target audience: ________
- Delivery time: __________

Impact Measurement:
- Expected outcomes: ______
- Success indicators: _____
- Follow-up actions: _____