SPEAKER, STORYTELLER, EMMY AWARD-WINNING REPORTER, EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, TALK SHOW HOST AND AUTHOR
MONICA PIERRE PRESENTS . . .
Story Maker Academy
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You have a reputation for excellence in your industry, business, or organization. You are proud of what you have created through talent, tenacity, and a willingness to put yourself out there. You have been hearing so much about the importance of telling your story – and how using storytelling in your talks, marketing or networking builds connection, credibility, and visibility. |
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You Are Ready To:
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The Story Maker Academy is your answer.
During this 6-month virtual Academy, you will:
- Discover Your Story – dig deep to uncover the story you were meant to tell or the one you've been holding back from telling
- Practice Your Story – gain confidence to speak clearly, concisely and confidently about your ideas, thoughts, leadership and what you are called to do
- Share Your Story – with a polished and powerful story in hand, you are now set to share at a moment’s notice at a networking event, media or podcast interview, or a big stage
The Story Maker Academy is designed for extremely busy leaders, entrepreneurs and change-makers:
- Twice monthly via Zoom sessions that are focused and won’t waste our time
- Out-of-class assignments that will move you through the process, help with mindset and confidence building
- “Ask Anything” group coaching sessions
- A private Facebook Group where you can find support and build community
- A chance to share your story in the Story Maker Showcase for not only feedback but for support and applause.
You Don't Have To Go It Alone
Meet coaching clients who have worked with Monica to discover, develop, and deliver their stories with greater clarity, conviction, and confidence.
LAVERNE TOOMBS | SPEAKER, THOUGHT LEADER
Photo Courtesy: TEDxWilmington
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Laverne was invited to give a TEDxWilmington talk, an amazing opportunity on a big stage. She had so many ideas for a topic and so many stories she could share. We worked together to discover the most impactful story to tell for her talk on forgiveness.
"I had so much confidence as I took to the stage. The response to my story was incredible. I have been invited back for next year."
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RAYNE MARTIN | CEO AND FOUNDER OF IT’S THE IMPACT
Rayne was the scheduled luncheon keynote speaker for a women’s leadership conference, a highly anticipated event after Covid. Rayne had never delivered a keynote before, let alone one before 500+ attendees. We worked together to develop Rayne's main story and position it as the foundation for her impact work with purpose-driven leaders.
“As a result of my work with Monica, my speech went over very well. I had a significant number of attendees sign up to stay in touch with me, and well as others who decided to have one-on-one meetings with me."
KEM WASHINGTON | CPA. MEDIA CONTRIBUTOR, AUTHOR AND FORBES.COM ADVISOR
Kem was on a mission to help people understand taxes, get out of debt, and be wise with money. She saw being a media contributor as the way. We worked together to help Kem deliver her story and message in a way audiences could understand. She started locally and is now a sought-after media contributor on national television and an advisor with Forbes.com.
“Monica has shown me how to deliver my message and story with confidence, and how to keep the audience in mind. Because of her media background and storytelling abilities, she helps with not only on-air delivery, but advises on what to expect in the studio and in different situations."
The Next Story Maker Academy Starts on January 15, 2024
Story Maker Academy will take you on a journey of discovery, boldness and a powerful story.
ORIENTATION
In a pre-call, we will go over the syllabus, the private Facebook Group, and resources available to you. Each class will be held over Zoom and will be recorded. Do not worry if you cannot make all the classes.
LESSONS
Module 1: Mindset
You have invested in yourself and the Story Maker Academy. It is a big commitment. Because you have a powerful story to tell—and you are the one to tell it—doubt, second-guessing, and fear can often lead to self-sabotage. We will address what is really standing in your way and how developing an alter ego or persona can expand your comfort zone.
Module 2: Discover Your Story
You may have 100 stories you want to tell. You may have no idea of what to talk about. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to unlock all of the stories you never knew existed. This lesson will look at your ideas, mission and calling. We will mine for possible stories without judgment.
Module 3: Create a Story Inventory
Not every story you could tell will end up in the story you are working on in the Story Maker Academy, but it doesn’t mean you should throw it away. You will create an inventory of your stories, rate them and decide on your top story. You will put the others aside for safe keeping.
Module 4: “Ask Anything” Group Coaching Session
This is the time to share what the process has been like for you so far. What keeps coming up? What is your story and how do you feel about sharing it? We will discuss your audience – regardless of if you are delivering your story on a stage, or sharing your mission and vision with a client, or being a guest on a podcast show. What do you want your audience to feel and do? This is a safe space. Bring your questions about your story idea.
Module 5: Write Your Story
We start the writing process with your specific story. What is the main point? What is memorable? What is the beginning, middle and end? What is the intention behind your story? You will write your first draft. Your second draft. Your third draft. More drafts if necessary. With guidance and support, you will write your final script.
Module 6: Write Your Main Talk – Part 1
Now that you have discovered and developed your story, it is time to write your talk that will include your story. You will use the same process to develop your main talk that you used for your specific story. We will work through not only what you want to include in your main talk but how you are going to open and close your talk so people will be engaged and inspired.
Module 7: Write Your Main Talk – Part 2
You will develop and a write a 9-10 minute talk that can be expanded into a full keynote, highlighted during a presentation, bullet pointed during your podcast interview, or used to introduce yourself at a networking event.
Module 7: “Ask Anything” Group Coaching Session
During this laser-focused session, you can share any aspect of your talk that you would like to rehearse before the community. At this point, it’s not about rewriting or reworking your talk. It’s about getting feedback and support on how your talk makes an audience feel. What do you want the audience to do? It is also a time to get more practice and rehearsal sharing your story. It is a confidence builder.
Module 8: The P.R.E.P.® Method
You have your script, now it is time to practice using my P.R.E.P.® Method. The objective is to get you familiar and comfortable with your story and talk. The goal is to get you off script and into the heart of giving a talk. I know this sounds scary, but this is your talk. This is your story, and you are prepared to tell it.
Module 9: Taking It to the Stage
In the Story Maker Academy, we support you in being who you really are. Your unique experiences have already qualified you to speak on this topic or share this story. In this module, you will learn how to command a virtual or in-person stage. How to be the teller of your own story. We go beyond what to do with your hands or where to stand. It is not about molding you into a carbon copy of someone else. It is about liberation and the freedom to be engaging and bold.
The Story Maker Academy Showcase
The Story Maker Academy wraps up with a virtual showcase. You will get the opportunity to take to the virtual stage and present your talk before a supportive community.
As part of completing the Academy, you will receive The Story Maker Checklist to help you know what to do before, during, and after a speaking engagement, as well as a Speaking Appearance Agreement template that you can use for your talks, media and podcast interviews, and appearing on panels.
In a pre-call, we will go over the syllabus, the private Facebook Group, and resources available to you. Each class will be held over Zoom and will be recorded. Do not worry if you cannot make all the classes.
LESSONS
Module 1: Mindset
You have invested in yourself and the Story Maker Academy. It is a big commitment. Because you have a powerful story to tell—and you are the one to tell it—doubt, second-guessing, and fear can often lead to self-sabotage. We will address what is really standing in your way and how developing an alter ego or persona can expand your comfort zone.
Module 2: Discover Your Story
You may have 100 stories you want to tell. You may have no idea of what to talk about. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to unlock all of the stories you never knew existed. This lesson will look at your ideas, mission and calling. We will mine for possible stories without judgment.
Module 3: Create a Story Inventory
Not every story you could tell will end up in the story you are working on in the Story Maker Academy, but it doesn’t mean you should throw it away. You will create an inventory of your stories, rate them and decide on your top story. You will put the others aside for safe keeping.
Module 4: “Ask Anything” Group Coaching Session
This is the time to share what the process has been like for you so far. What keeps coming up? What is your story and how do you feel about sharing it? We will discuss your audience – regardless of if you are delivering your story on a stage, or sharing your mission and vision with a client, or being a guest on a podcast show. What do you want your audience to feel and do? This is a safe space. Bring your questions about your story idea.
Module 5: Write Your Story
We start the writing process with your specific story. What is the main point? What is memorable? What is the beginning, middle and end? What is the intention behind your story? You will write your first draft. Your second draft. Your third draft. More drafts if necessary. With guidance and support, you will write your final script.
Module 6: Write Your Main Talk – Part 1
Now that you have discovered and developed your story, it is time to write your talk that will include your story. You will use the same process to develop your main talk that you used for your specific story. We will work through not only what you want to include in your main talk but how you are going to open and close your talk so people will be engaged and inspired.
Module 7: Write Your Main Talk – Part 2
You will develop and a write a 9-10 minute talk that can be expanded into a full keynote, highlighted during a presentation, bullet pointed during your podcast interview, or used to introduce yourself at a networking event.
Module 7: “Ask Anything” Group Coaching Session
During this laser-focused session, you can share any aspect of your talk that you would like to rehearse before the community. At this point, it’s not about rewriting or reworking your talk. It’s about getting feedback and support on how your talk makes an audience feel. What do you want the audience to do? It is also a time to get more practice and rehearsal sharing your story. It is a confidence builder.
Module 8: The P.R.E.P.® Method
You have your script, now it is time to practice using my P.R.E.P.® Method. The objective is to get you familiar and comfortable with your story and talk. The goal is to get you off script and into the heart of giving a talk. I know this sounds scary, but this is your talk. This is your story, and you are prepared to tell it.
Module 9: Taking It to the Stage
In the Story Maker Academy, we support you in being who you really are. Your unique experiences have already qualified you to speak on this topic or share this story. In this module, you will learn how to command a virtual or in-person stage. How to be the teller of your own story. We go beyond what to do with your hands or where to stand. It is not about molding you into a carbon copy of someone else. It is about liberation and the freedom to be engaging and bold.
The Story Maker Academy Showcase
The Story Maker Academy wraps up with a virtual showcase. You will get the opportunity to take to the virtual stage and present your talk before a supportive community.
As part of completing the Academy, you will receive The Story Maker Checklist to help you know what to do before, during, and after a speaking engagement, as well as a Speaking Appearance Agreement template that you can use for your talks, media and podcast interviews, and appearing on panels.
The Next Story Maker Academy Starts on January 15, 2024
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
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Monica Pierre believes in the power of well-told stories to inspire, impact audiences, and leave a lasting legacy. The story of your mission, purpose and what you have created can live on generations after you are gone if you tell it now with intention and boldness.
As an Emmy award-winning reporter, talk show host and communicator, Monica has interviewed thousands of newsmakers, officials, nonprofit leaders, entrepreneurs, and even those without much name recognition. It has always been about stories and telling them with clarity, confidence, and dignity. In addition to being a speaker, storyteller, and mentor, Monica is Assistant Professor of Practice at Xavier University in New Orleans where she teaches the next generation of digital storytellers. |
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