Strategy, Systems, and Storytelling

Stories aren’t just for bedtime – they're a crucial leadership tool that can drive organisational change, foster innovation, and create a unified sense of purpose. Combined with strategic thinking and systems understanding, this powerful trio can transform your leadership narrative, turning abstract concepts into compelling visions that resonate throughout your organisation.

Embrace the power of the well-told story

Our innovative programme unlocks the potential of storytelling as a leadership tool, teaching you to weave strategy and systems thinking into narratives that captivate, motivate, and drive action. You’ll learn to craft stories that not only communicate your vision clearly but also inspire your team to become active participants in your organisation’s journey. By mastering this skill, you’ll transform complex strategic concepts into relatable, memorable narratives that stick.

Key takeaways

After this module, you will be able to:

  • Learn to craft compelling strategic narratives aligned with organisational goals 
  • Master storytelling techniques to inspire and engage your team 
  • Enhance your strategic thinking through systems thinking principles 
  • Develop skills to translate complex ideas into clear, impactful stories 
  • Foster a sense of purpose and direction within your team 
  • Create a shared understanding of your organisation’s strategic direction 
  • Strengthen your leadership through strategic storytelling and systems-driven decision-making 

Module Agenda

Module 1 – Systems Thinking  

The Problem with Siloes, Systems Archetypes, Systems Mapping  

Module 2 – The Art of Storytelling  

Hero’s Journey, Story Brand Framework, Story Example

Module 3 – Creating a Narrative  

The Narrative Paradigm, Brand Storytelling, Narrative Example  

 

Module 4 – Strategy, Goals, Values, Vision  

Balanced Scorecard Framework, Strategy, Goals, Values and Vision through Stories Example  

Module 5 – Shared Visions & A High-Purpose Environment  

Collective Action, High-Purpose Environment, Schein & Denison’s Model of Organisational Culture  

Module 6 – Making it Count  

Practical Ex + Application of Learning 

Book your place

Please contact us to book your place, if you have a question, need guidance, or are looking to create a leadership programme tailored to your organisation. We’ll also share a FREE copy of our Transformational Leadership toolkit.

Alternatively, you can email us or call our Leadership Helpline on 0800 059 0595.

We’d love to hear from you!

This is one of 14 modules in our Modular Leadership Development Programme where you can pick and choose the subjects you most need to develop in your professional journey.