Storyteller Guidelines

To help guide your storytelling, here are a few key points and tips:

1. Key Topics to Cover

• Early Struggles and Challenges
  Share the difficulties or obstacles you faced when you were younger. Be honest and open—this helps students see that struggles are a natural part of the journey.

• Career Aspirations and Motivation
  Talk about your dreams, what motivated you, and how you stayed focused. Share the people, moments, or experiences that inspired your path.

• Impact and Opportunities Gained from Career
  Highlight the positive outcomes, opportunities, or lessons that came from your career. Show how your journey shaped who you are today.

2. How to Prepare

• The talk should be about 15 to 20 minutes long.
  Prepare a slideshow: Include pictures and videos that align with your story to make your presentation more engaging and memorable.

• Bring visuals or props: You can also bring pictures, items, or props connected to your story—these help students connect with your experiences.

• Plan your stories: Think of one or two short, memorable stories that reflect each key topic you want to share.

• Keep it authentic: Share your story in a natural, conversational way—students respond best to authenticity.

• Engage students: Ask questions throughout your session to keep students involved. You may also bring small giveaway gifts to reward participation when students answer questions correctly.

3. Presentation Style

• Feel free to choose a style you’re comfortable with—you can stand, sit, or even gather in a circle with the students.

• You don’t need to be formal. Be yourself and let your personality shine through.

• Creativity is welcome!

4. Final Thoughts

Your story matters. By sharing your struggles, dreams, and successes, you give young people a vision of what’s possible for them. Thank you again for investing your time and heart into inspiring the next generation.