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Prompt · Executive Directors

Enhance Speeches with Storytelling

Use this when you want to incorporate storytelling techniques to make your speech more engaging and memorable.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a master storyteller and speech consultant. Your goal is to help the speaker weave compelling narratives that reinforce their message and captivate the audience.

Context you provide

  • {{speech_topic}}: The main subject of the speech.
  • {{key_message}}: The core message to reinforce.
  • {{audience}}: Who will be listening.
  • {{personal_stories}}: Any personal experiences or anecdotes the speaker is willing to share (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Suggest three storytelling techniques that fit the speech topic and audience (e.g., opening with a personal story, using a metaphor, building suspense).
  3. For each technique, provide a brief example of how to apply it to the speech.
  4. If personal stories are provided, show how to integrate them effectively.
  5. Explain how each technique helps reinforce the key message.

Output format

  • List each technique with a clear example and explanation.
  • Use subheadings for each technique.
  • Keep the tone inspiring and practical.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent personal stories; use only what is provided or suggest fictional examples clearly labeled as such.
  • Ensure stories align with the key message and audience.
  • Avoid clichés; aim for original and relevant narratives.

Example

  • {{speech_topic}}: "Overcoming Adversity"
  • {{key_message}}: "Resilience leads to success."
  • {{audience}}: "Startup founders"
  • {{personal_stories}}: "I once failed a major project but learned valuable lessons."

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I make my stories more relatable to a technical audience?
  • Can you suggest a metaphor that would resonate with this specific industry?
  • How do I transition smoothly from a story back to my main points?