What could this idea change?
Produces clearer, less jargon-heavy information and reduces the risk of members improvising claims or disclosing private stories.
M-T1-PS-23 · Theme 1
Storytelling Training for Members
Gives members a repeatable method for explaining projects accurately, briefly and ethically in conversation, writing, presentations and digital channels.
Where this idea came from
- Playbook entry
- M-T1-PS-23 · Storytelling Training for Members
- Theme
- Theme 1: Attraction & Visibility · Subtheme PS: Public Storytelling
- Source material
- Existing checked Theme 1 guide
- Linked playbook entry
- M-T1-PS-23 · Storytelling Training for Members
Could this work in our club?
- Members who host events, speak publicly, manage channels, recruit volunteers or report on projects. Use when members struggle to explain projects in plain language or default to a membership pitch.
Before you start
- Observable learning outcomes and a short pre-session capability assessment.
- A competent trainer with approved examples, exercises, evidence and consent guidance.
- Accessible delivery, safe fictional practice cases and a post-training coaching owner.
At the end: Coach participants on one live asset within four weeks, share recurring lessons without naming individuals, and schedule refresher support for high-risk public roles.
Before your club says yes
Does the idea fit?
Talk with the people it is meant to serve and check that the need is real.
Who can say yes?
Name the person or group that can approve the work, spending and any safety arrangements.
Are people protected?
Check privacy, consent and safety. Collect only the information you genuinely need.
Can everyone take part?
Check the language, format, place, technology and cost for barriers.
Are the facts and permissions right?
Check names, claims, images, quotations, partner references and Rotary branding.
How will we learn?
Note where things stand now, check in at 30, 60 and 90 days, and decide what to do next.
Worksheets for your club
Open them online, print them or change them to suit the way your club works.
Facilitation and conversation guide
Use this worksheet to hold a respectful conversation, hear different views and tell people what happens next.
Open worksheetTraining and mentoring guide
Use this worksheet to prepare a practical learning or mentoring session and follow up afterwards.
Open worksheetWorkflow and minimum-data register
Use this worksheet to map each step and keep only the information the club genuinely needs.
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