Training Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will:

• Describe the core principles of strategic storytelling.
• List the essential elements of effective business narratives.
• Name key techniques and tools used by professionals.
• Clarify that effective storytelling is not about elegant language alone, but must begin with a clear diagnosis of organization needs and context.
• Develop short, structured narratives for internal use.
• Perform storytelling-based presentations with focus and clarity.
• Justify its emotional power in enhancing trust and understanding
• Motivate teams through meaningful and value-driven stories
• Participate in co-creating narratives that support team culture.

Training Outline

Introduction

Narratives & Strategic Communication

• Strategy as narrative (from “What” to “Why”
• Defining message purpose and target audience
• Diagnosis organisational needs and context before narrative development
• Case studies: successful storytelling examples

Storytelling Structure & Techniques

• Story structure: beginning – middle – end, tone, and core message
• Matching tone and format to organizational culture
• Team Practise exercise: draft a short strategic narrative

Storytelling in Leadership & Change Management

• Leadership messages that inspire
• Storytelling in crises: common mistakes
• Trust and empathy through narratives
• Video the power of storytelling in business
• Team exercise: use narrative techniques to reframe or rewrite a leadership message based on given scenarios

Internal Organisational Communication

• Building culture through storytelling
• Onboarding narratives
• Engagement and belonging through story
• Group critique: What makes a story effective or not

Who Should Attend

The programme is ideal for:

• Existing Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) looking to enhance their strategic and governance capabilities
• Newly appointed or aspiring NEDs preparing to take on board responsibilities
• Board members of listed companies, private firms, family businesses, and regulated entities in Cyprus
• Senior executives transitioning into advisory or governance roles
• Legal, compliance, or audit professionals seeking a deeper understanding of NED functions
• Shareholders or investors seeking to strengthen board-level oversight and decision-making

Training Style

The training is interactive, experience-based, and participant-centered. It combines brief theory input, case study analysis, practical exercises, and group reflection. Emphasis is placed on real-life scenarios, peer learning, and structured narrative tools tailored to organisational communication and leadership needs.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 5 CPD units in personal and professional development. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.

In-house Training

For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.