Exercise 1: Timing and Pacing Drill
Story Practice Grid
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Story Title: _________________
Total Time: _________________
Time Blocking Practice:
1. Opening (60 seconds)
□ Hook line: _____________
□ Context: ______________
Timer check: ____________
2. Development (3 minutes)
□ Key point 1: __________
□ Key point 2: __________
□ Key point 3: __________
Timer check: ____________
3. Climax (2 minutes)
□ Build-up: ____________
□ Peak moment: _________
Timer check: ___________
4. Resolution (3 minutes)
□ Learning point: _______
□ Application: _________
Timer check: __________
Practice Notes:
- Record yourself
- Check transitions
- Note overtime sections
- Mark rush points
Exercise 2: Voice Modulation Practice
Voice Control Exercise
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Select a story and practice these variations:
1. Energy Levels (Practice each version)
□ High energy opening
□ Thoughtful reflection
□ Excited discovery
□ Serious concern
□ Confident resolution
2. Pause Points (Mark in your story)
□ Before key messages: [...]
□ After important points: [...]
□ During tension moments: [...]
□ Before resolution: [...]
3. Emphasis Practice
Mark key words to emphasize:
□ Action words: _________
□ Important numbers: ____
□ Key names: __________
□ Critical moments: _____
Exercise 3: Physical Delivery Workshop
Movement Mapping
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Room Setup: Draw your space
Mark on your diagram:
1. Position Points
□ Opening position: O
□ Movement triggers: →
□ Impact positions: X
□ Closing position: C
2. Gesture Planning
Key Moment | Gesture | Purpose
-----------|---------|--------
Opening | |
Point 1 | |
Challenge | |
Resolution | |
3. Eye Contact Pattern
□ Draw audience sections
□ Plan contact sequence
□ Note connection points
□ Mark emphasis moments
Exercise 4: Audience Adaptation Drill
Adaptation Practice Sheet
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Base Story: ______________
Adapt for different audiences:
1. Executive Level
□ Time: _____ minutes
□ Focus: ____________
□ Key metrics: ______
□ Business impact: __
2. Team Level
□ Time: _____ minutes
□ Focus: ____________
□ Examples: ________
□ Action items: _____
3. Customer Facing
□ Time: _____ minutes
□ Focus: ____________
□ Benefits: ________
□ Next steps: ______
Exercise 5: Story Delivery Feedback Form
Delivery Assessment
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Speaker: _______________
Story: ________________
Date: _________________
Rate 1-5 (1=Needs Work, 5=Excellent):
Timing Elements:
□ Opening impact: ___
□ Pace control: ____
□ Transition flow: __
□ Closing strength: __
Voice Elements:
□ Clarity: _________
□ Volume: _________
□ Emotion: ________
□ Energy: _________
Physical Elements:
□ Posture: ________
□ Gestures: _______
□ Eye contact: ____
□ Movement: ______
Overall Impact:
□ Engagement: _____
□ Message clarity: __
□ Call to action: __
□ Memorability: ____
Improvement Notes:
___________________
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