Business Storytelling 1-Day Workshop | Grand Rapids, MI

Thu, 12 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 am to Thu, 10 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-04:00

For venue details reach us at [email protected] | Grand Rapids

LearneRRing
Publisher/HostLearneRRing
Business Storytelling 1-Day Workshop | Grand Rapids, MI
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Join us for a jam-packed day of learning and networking at our Business Storytelling Workshop – where stories meet success!
About this Event

Event Details

  • Duration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)
  • Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)
  • Location: Location shared via email ( Complete Address )
  • Format: Classroom Training (Virtual option available on request)
  • Language: English
  • Certificate: Course Completion Certificate
  • PDUs Awarded: 8 Professional Development Units
  • Contact: [email protected]


Event Description

Great ideas often fail — not because they lack value, but because they are not communicated in a way people remember.

This Business Storytelling Workshop helps professionals transform everyday communication into engaging, persuasive, and meaningful conversations. Instead of relying only on data, slides, or technical explanations, participants learn how to structure messages using storytelling techniques that capture attention, simplify complex ideas, and inspire action.

Throughout this highly practical one-day program, participants will discover how stories influence decision-making, strengthen leadership presence, and improve presentations, sales conversations, and stakeholder communication. The workshop combines psychology, communication strategy, and real business applications to help professionals communicate with clarity and confidence.

By the end of the session, attendees will be able to craft authentic business stories, deliver them with impact, and use storytelling strategically in leadership, collaboration, and organisational communication.

This is not a lecture-based session — it is an engaging learning experience filled with exercises, discussions, and guided practice designed for immediate workplace application.


Who Should Attend

• Managers and team leaders
• Sales and marketing professionals
• Trainers, consultants, and HR professionals
• Entrepreneurs and business owners
• Anyone who delivers presentations or influences decisions
• Professionals who want to communicate ideas more effectively


What You Will Learn

• How storytelling improves influence and persuasion in business
• Techniques to make presentations memorable and engaging
• Methods to explain complex ideas clearly
• How leaders use stories to build trust and alignment
• Practical frameworks to structure impactful narratives
• Delivery skills including voice, presence, and body language
• Ways to handle audience reactions and questions confidently


Workshop Agenda (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

09:00 AM – 09:30 AM
Welcome, introductions, and storytelling warm-up activity
Understanding expectations and communication challenges

09:30 AM – 10:15 AM
The Role of Storytelling in Modern Business
Why stories influence decisions more than information alone

10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Psychology Behind Powerful Stories
How emotions, memory, and attention shape audience engagement

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM — Tea / Coffee Break

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Core Elements of an Effective Business Story
Narrative structure, clarity, authenticity, and audience focus

12:15 PM – 01:00 PM
Proven Storytelling Frameworks for Professionals
Simple models for presentations, leadership communication, and client conversations

01:00 PM – 02:00 PM — Lunch Break

02:00 PM – 02:45 PM
Storytelling for Presentations, Pitches, and Meetings
Turning data and ideas into compelling business messages

02:45 PM – 03:30 PM
Delivery Skills That Bring Stories to Life
Voice modulation, confidence, body language, and presence

03:30 PM – 03:45 PM — Break

03:45 PM – 04:30 PM
Storytelling in Leadership and Organisational Culture
Using stories to motivate teams and reinforce values

04:30 PM – 04:50 PM
Practice Session: Craft and Deliver Your Business Story
Guided feedback and improvement techniques

04:50 PM – 05:00 PM
Key Takeaways, Action Planning & Closing Discussion


Key Benefits

✔ Communicate ideas with clarity and impact
✔ Increase audience engagement and retention
✔ Strengthen leadership communication skills
✔ Improve presentation confidence
✔ Influence stakeholders more effectively
✔ Build stronger professional relationships


Why Attend This Workshop?

In today’s fast-paced business environment, attention is limited and competition for ideas is high. Professionals who can communicate through stories stand out, connect faster, and influence more effectively. This workshop gives you practical tools you can apply immediately — whether you are presenting to clients, leading teams, or sharing strategic ideas.


🎓 Certification

All participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from LearneRRing, recognizing their achievement.

Exclusive OffersGroup Discounts:10% off for groups of 5-10 participants15% off for groups of 11-20 participants


Corporate & Team Training Available

Want this course delivered at your workplace or for your team? We offer customized onsite and virtual sessions for companies.📩 Email us at [email protected] for details.



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

For venue details reach us at [email protected], PH: +1505 369 2908, Grand Rapids, United States

Tickets

USD 519.25 to USD 1452.55

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