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Storytelling for Leaders — Workshop

held in-person or live-virtual

Unleash the Power of Your Story

  • Articulate your vision with a clarity that cuts through noise and truly resonates
  • Build an unshakeable leadership foundation rooted in authentic personal experiences
  • Transform personal stories into compelling narratives that inspire, motivate, and create meaningful connections
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This workshop helps you uncover the origin stories behind your values, making it easier to connect with others and communicate your vision

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In this workshop you will:

  • Identify and clarify your core values
  • Develop a compelling personal narrative
  • Gain confidence in sharing your authentic self
  • Establish deeper connections with your audience, team, and community
  • Unlock the wisdom you already possess
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Join me in discovering the power of your story

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April Bell

As a child, I spent my days listening to stories from which ever elder-neighbor would have me. More recently, I’ve crafted my wisdom-mining process into book form with My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories. As my storytelling focus lends toward the spoken word, people daunted by writing love my approach.

I am the founder at Tree of Life Legacies, a storytelling and wisdom-keeping project based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 2008 I’ve been helping people find and tell the origin stories behind their values, often on video. I am co-creator of StoryCatcher® for iPhone.

What’s your story?

Cover of April Bell's book My Life In Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories
Cover image for April Bell's companion Notebook for My Life In Paragraphs
StoryCatcher for iPhone imagery and link to its informational website

“April gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. She invites you into an experience that feels like you can take that little bit of risk, without being judged. She has this magical way of prompting that guides you deeper and deeper and deeper into your story until you’re face-to-face with the values you hold most dear. The real gift in her process is you think you’re telling a story, and then suddenly you’re standing on the frontier of your own values set. That’s when you realize, ‘this story matters to me because these things matter to me!’” —Dan Senter, spiritual leader

“I’d spent a number of times trying to [tell my story for] my book trailer and it wasn’t working. Then April showed up. I couldn’t believe how she was able to get everything out of me the way she did. It went from impossible to beautiful! That’s the miracle in the way I see April, she makes you feel good about yourself, like you have something important to say, and you feel like you’re on top of the world. That is truly priceless.” —Christina Rasmussen, best selling author of Second Firsts

“​​April holds a strong, safe, empowering container for the hard work of separating storytelling grain from chaff. Her combination of clear, concise, actionable feedback while keeping my feet ever-so-gently to the fire has allowed me to sort and process decades of experience into a coherent narrative. Whenever I get stuck in the story-crafting weeds, April is able to tap into her phenomenal toolbox for just the right implement, from story-wrangling to guiding my structure of an impactful tale.” —Dr. Ann Blake, Environmental Scientist and Changemaker

April Bell

April Bell - Co-Founder of Your Story Unleashed

I am the founder at Tree of Life Legacies, a storytelling and wisdom-keeping project based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since 2008 I’ve been helping people find and tell the origin stories behind their values, often on video.

As a child, I spent my days listening to stories from which ever elder-neighbor would have me. More recently, I’ve crafted my story-mining process into book form with My Life in Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories. As my storytelling focus lends toward the spoken word, people daunted by writing love my approach. I am co-creator of StoryCatcher® for iPhone.

What’s your story?

Cover of April Bell's book My Life In Paragraphs: Find and Tell Your Stories
Cover image for April Bell's companion Notebook for My Life In Paragraphs
StoryCatcher for iPhone imagery and link to its informational website

“April gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. She invites you into an experience that feels like you can take that little bit of risk, without being judged. She has this magical way of prompting that guides you deeper and deeper and deeper into your story until you’re face-to-face with the values you hold most dear. The real gift in her process is you think you’re telling a story, and then suddenly you’re standing on the frontier of your own values set. That’s when you realize, ‘this story matters to me because these things matter to me!’” —Dan Senter, spiritual leader

“I’d spent a number of times trying to [tell my story for] my book trailer and it wasn’t working. Then April showed up. I couldn’t believe how she was able to get everything out of me the way she did. It went from impossible to beautiful! That’s the miracle in the way I see April, she makes you feel good about yourself, like you have something important to say, and you feel like you’re on top of the world. That is truly priceless.” —Christina Rasmussen, best selling author of Second Firsts

“​​April holds a strong, safe, empowering container for the hard work of separating storytelling grain from chaff. Her combination of clear, concise, actionable feedback while keeping my feet ever-so-gently to the fire has allowed me to sort and process decades of experience into a coherent narrative. Whenever I get stuck in the story-crafting weeds, April is able to tap into her phenomenal toolbox for just the right implement, from story-wrangling to guiding my structure of an impactful tale.” —Dr. Ann Blake, Environmental Scientist and Changemaker

What’s included:

  • Deep dive into your “why” and its role in powerful storytelling
  • Clear process for uncovering value-driven origin stories
  • Craft shareable stories that support your mission and vision
  • Explore what truly matters to you, fostering authentic leadership
  • Personalized feedback and guidance to refine your narrative

 

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Enhance your communication to forge meaningful connections

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Lead with Humanity and Vision

Imagine standing before your team, investors, or community, sharing a story that not only captivates but also inspires action. This isn’t just about public speaking—it’s about leading with authenticity and purpose.

For seasoned storytellers:
Sharpen your craft and uncover new depths in your narratives. Discover fresh angles to familiar tales and learn techniques to make your stories even more impactful.

For those seeking clarity:
Embark on a transformative journey to uncover your core values and express them with conviction. Align your personal story with your professional mission for unparalleled authenticity.

For emerging leaders:
Develop the tools to articulate your vision with power and empathy. Learn to use personal anecdotes to build trust, inspire teams, and drive change.

This workshop isn’t just about telling stories—it’s about becoming the author of your leadership narrative. Whether you’re addressing a boardroom, rallying a team, or inspiring a movement, you’ll leave equipped with the skills to communicate your mission with clarity, humanity, and lasting impact.

Join me for this illuminating workshop

Ready to transform your leadership through the power of story? Whether held as a stand alone experience or weaved into a larger retreat, we’ll unlock the narrative that will define your legacy. Your story matters—let’s make it unforgettable.

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Testimonials

What participants are saying…

“April’s process gives you permission to play with your story in a safe environment. It invites you into an experience that makes you feel like you can take that little bit of risk, without feeling like you’re going to be judged. It has a magical way of prompting that guides you deeper and deeper and deeper into your story until you’re face to face with the values you hold most dear.” —Dan Senter

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Steve Alparone

  • ★★★★★

Hearing story examples of what’s been important to other people helped me go further in my own thinking about what I want to tell.”

Dan Senter

  • ★★★★★

The real gift in this process is you think you’re simply telling a story, and then suddenly you’re standing on the frontier of your own values set. That’s when you realize, “This story matters to me because these things matter to me!”

Carolyn Goto

  • ★★★★★

The questions prompted me to see what I learned, what my values were and how I grew.

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