More courses from this author: Matthew Dicks
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- Lectures 1
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- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Assessments Yes
People’s desire to tell better stories is often hindered by a lack of knowledge on how to do so. They perceive storytelling as a daunting and intricate process, one that demands years of training, rich experiences, a vast vocabulary, and adept writing skills.
Contrary to popular belief, none of these prerequisites are necessary. Storytelling is a skill that can be swiftly and easily acquired through proper instruction. More importantly, it doesn’t adhere to rigid rules like mathematics. There is no definitive right or wrong approach. Mastery doesn’t require perfection at every step. By learning just a few strategies, or even just one, you can immediately elevate your storytelling abilities. This transforms you into someone whose stories are not only heard but also remembered.
Throughout the seven-part series, Matt unveils the concepts underpinning these strategies, elucidating why they are so effective. He imparts practical insights, ensuring that each student can create stories they take pride in:
Part 1: Crafting a Thesis Statement Identifying a pivotal moment of change in your life, not a narrative of events over time, but a genuine transformation or realization.
Part 2: Shaping Your Story Establishing how your story should commence and conclude.
Part 3: Scenes Mastering the art of planning and narrating your story akin to a film director, creating a cinematic experience in the minds of your audience.
Part 4: Engaging Your Audience with Three S’s Utilizing the Three S’s to captivate and maintain your audience’s attention.
Part 5: The Editing Process Implementing a strategic approach to determine what elements are essential for the story and what must be omitted.
Part 6: Incorporating Humor Integrating humor into your narrative, even if humor doesn’t come naturally to you.
Part 7: Bringing It All Together Concluding and narrating the story in a manner that leaves a lasting impression in the minds of your audience.
Known for his storytelling on stages, the radio, and in novels and nonfiction