Stories that shape leadership
Leaders create meaning. They read the business landscape, frame vision, shape purpose, and sustain the rationale for change. At the heart of all of this lies one vital skill: the ability to tell a compelling story. Telling a story well will reinforce great ideas, whether you are communicating a company's vision, driving change or making a case for action.
Sharpening leadership and influence
Our Leadership Storytelling Masterclasses are designed to revitalise how leaders influence, connect, and inspire. We offer two formats:
- a two-day, off-site residential workshop with one-to-one coaching to embed the learning
- a hybrid format: two half-day sessions blending virtual and face-to-face delivery
These masterclasses will help you to build a story-making and storytelling culture across your organisation. They will provide challenge and the support you need to communicate with clarity, authenticity, and purpose.
Why storytelling?
Stories move people. They stir belief, spark emotion, and build trust. They resonate long after bullet points and slide decks are forgotten.
In times of complexity or change, a well-told story can hold a team together, shift perspective, and create momentum for strategic action. Stories that capture the imagination and speak to the heart don't just inform – they transform.
- Complex ideas are conveyed in clear and compelling ways.
- Core messages communicate vital data and clarify why it matters.
- Teams and stakeholders engage with purpose, focus and direction.
- Change, uncertainty, and resistance can be handled with confidence.
Our approach
The two-day off-site masterclass and the hybrid format both offer a rich, immersive learning experience.
Our expertise lies in understanding the architecture of story and translating that into a practical, leader-friendly approach. We've distilled years of experience into a straightforward method that harnesses every leader's ability to shape and deliver stories that make a difference.
What to expect
Each masterclass has a clear and engaging structure, built around five key elements:
- Why story? exploring why stories matter to us as human beings
- The power of story: unpacking how stories influence minds and hearts
- Crafting a compelling narrative: a practical method to shape impactful stories
- Delivering with presence: tools and techniques to bring stories to life with confidence and authenticity
- Live storytelling: a chance to practise in the moment and receive feedback in a supportive setting
Getting started
Let's talk. We can shape a series of masterclasses tailored to your organisation, embedding storytelling as an intrinsic part of how your leaders engage, influence, and lead.
We help you build a storytelling culture that runs deep, with a range of offerings, including off-site, in-depth workshops with coaching for senior leaders, and hybrid sessions for their direct reports.
Who’s it for?
✔ Senior leaders and executive teams
Leaders who want to take their company-wide communications strategy to the next level
✔ Business unit leaders and heads of function
Leaders who have a significant role in ensuring key messages are transmitted throughout the organisation
✔ Technical specialists and subject-matter experts
Senior practitioners who need to break out from the narrow confines of their expertise
“I was not fully aware of the power of storytelling until working with the Listening Partnership. Now not only am I aware of the impact of storytelling but fully believe that as your career progresses, storytelling is one of the most important aspects of effective leadership. It is a powerful tool that will enable you to get your message across to diverse audiences and stakeholders. “
Asako Takaheshi
Head of Global Supply Chain Management, Domino's Pizza