Story of SelfStory of SelfStory

Taking responsibility for enabling othersTo achieve purpose

LEADERSHIPLEADERSHIP

in the face of uncertainty

Why do we tell stories?Public NarrativePublic Narrative

Think of the stories you heard as a child—most taught a moral or lesson. That is why parents

spend over 80% of their time with their children in storytelling. In organizing, we can also tell stories to help others make decisions in their lives by illustrating how a character

overcame a challenge.

TWO WAYS OFTWO WAYS OF

KNOWINGKNOWING

ACTION!ACTION!

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CHALLENGE

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CHOICE MORAL

OUTCOME

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3 Parts of Public Narrative3 Parts of Public NarrativeInvites others to be

in relationship with you

Invites others to join your community

Invites others to takeACTION!

Barack ObamaBarack Obama2004

Team Work pg.23Team Work pg.23

1. Intros, Timekeeper, Norms

4. Tell your story to your group & get critical feedback

2. Facilitator tells their story of self

3. Silently develop your story

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DebriefDebriefParticipant Stories