Training & Coaching
Helping the messenger
Have something interesting to say, say it well and connect with people on a deeper level.
Once you’ve got some great material to share with people (your story) you need the skill and confidence to articulate it well, in multiple situations.
Through group workshops or individual coaching Andrew can help you deliver your message in a way that resonates with your audience and connects with them on an emotional level.
This is very much about reading people and situations so you draw on an ever-expanding library of material which speaks to your audience. Adaptability is the key, allowing you to say the same thing in different ways to suit the situation.
It’s not just a matter of saying impressive things either; it’s as much about your ability to listen, build trust and put people at ease in meetings and casual conversations.
- Presentation skills
- Networking skills
- The art of conversation
- Storytelling as an influencing skill
- Interview skills
- Improvise and adapt through your Story Library
Workshops
Prestigious organisations like Swiss Re and two of the Big 4 consulting firms have engaged Andrew to deliver storytelling sessions for their executives as far afield as Istanbul, Brussels, Prague, New York, Chicago and Riyadh.
In many cases, companies are looking for ways to communicate their ‘difference’ and demonstrate the added value they deliver, both externally and within. Their employees are highly skilled technicians and deliver an excellent service. But their clients need to feel special, valued, understood and empowered.
Andrew illustrates this through stories which, in turn, inspire his workshop delegates to share related experiences of their own.
Private Coaching
Individuals can make great strides through one-to-one coaching sessions with Andrew. This might involve developing their story, their skill in communicating it or some strategies for promoting themselves through public speaking, networking, interviews or social media.
Public Meetups
From time to time Andrew hosts public workshops in storytelling and communication skills. These may be based on his Multi-Story Club concept, where business owners and professionals explore how to operate with more confidence and adopt the storytelling approach.
“Andrew’s storytelling workshops have helped the teams by giving technically trained experts more confidence to connect with their clients and colleagues on a human level. The feedback has been very positive; it has created a vibe in the organisation!”
GET IN TOUCH
If you are interested in engaging Andrew please contact him via email at andrew@andrewthorp.co.uk or call 07968 083376
OTHER SERVICES
ENGAGE AND INSPIRE
Storytelling is a valuable and entertaining topic for a conference talk, seminar or workshop.
GENERATE IDEAS
Stimulate fresh thinking and new ideas through a facilitated workshop or hosted event.
STORY DEVELOPMENT
Craft a better message for your business; a core narrative with multiple sub-themes to make it consistent yet adaptable.