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Free Resource Friday

A few weeks ago I hosted a reader survey and a number of people requested more free resources. Today I’m delivering!

I totally understand why they asked for free resources.  I have worked at and with many organizations that are on shoestring budgets. This makes it difficult (if not impossible) to get access to training and resources that will help you do your job better.

Today I want to share a resource with you that I use at my storytelling workshops. It’s the “Tell Your Story” Exercise.

Spoiler Alert – this is the final activity that we do at the storytelling workshops. It’s a fun way to end the workshops as it helps you connect to your personal story about why you do the work you do. I created it originally because I all too often I saw people struggling with the question, “Why do you work at that organization?”

This worksheet will guide you through several questions to help you identify your personal story, which you can use when you are out in the community.

It’s also a great activity to do as a part of a team retreat or team building day.

Download the Worksheet Here!

I hope you enjoy this resource. I do my best to provide resources that are valuable and useful to you. If there’s something you would like me to create, leave a comment below or send me an email – vanessa@thestorytellingnonprofit.com.

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About Vanessa Chase Lockshin

My name is Vanessa Chase Lockshin, and I want to empower you to tell your story. In my personal life, finding ways to tell my stories has been a transformational practice. In my fundraising life, I’ve helped hundreds of organizations tell their stories to engage and inspire their donors. To date, my work has helped non-profits raise over $10 million.

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