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PEOPLEPILOT ACADEMY • CERTIFICATION

Lead Through Story, Influence Through Narrative

Bridge the gap from positional management to influential leadership. Master the storytelling frameworks, executive presence, and narrative tools that turn information into action and compliance into commitment.

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3
Modules
6
Lessons
3h 30m
Duration
5.0
1 reviews
Certificate of Completion included
Our 3-Layer Framework:
1. Foundations
2. Frameworks
3. Executive Presence

The "What & Why" of Narrative Leadership

Discover the foundation of leadership influence through these interactive concepts.

Narrative Leadership is the practice of using story to create meaning, drive alignment, and inspire action. It transforms managers who inform into leaders who influence.

ScenarioManager ResponseLeader Response
Team misses Q3 targetWe missed revenue by 12%. Here’s the corrective action plan.Let me tell you about a team that turned their biggest miss into their greatest comeback...
New strategy rolloutHere are the 5 strategic pillars. Please read the deck by Friday.Two years ago we almost lost our biggest client. What we learned changed everything...
Difficult reorganizationEffective Monday, these teams will merge. See the new org chart.I want to share why I believe this change will make us the team I know we can be.

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Interactive Course Syllabus

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Module 1

Module 1: The Foundation of Narrative Leadership

1h 30m3 lessons

Module Overview

Before you can tell a story, you must understand why stories move people. Discover how influence works, and learn the four essential story archetypes every leader needs.

Key Topics Covered

  • Leadership as Influence
  • The Four Essential Story Types
  • Positional vs. Narrative Authority
  • Audience Psychology
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The Origin Story

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Module 2

Module 2: The Storyteller's Toolkit

1h 30m3 lessons

Module Overview

Frameworks turn instinct into craft. Master the 5-Component Mountain structure for building narratives, and learn to shift between sense-making and sense-giving to lead through uncertainty.

Key Topics Covered

  • The 5-Component Mountain Framework
  • Sense Making vs. Sense Giving
  • Narrative Arc Construction
  • Emotional Calibration
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Module 3

Module 3: Executive Presence & High-Stakes Drills

2h4 lessons

Module Overview

Presence is not a personality trait — it is a skill. Study how Steve Jobs launched the iPhone, master the Rewind-Play-Fast-Forward formula, and prove your skills in a timed elevator pitch.

Key Topics Covered

  • Case Study: Steve Jobs iPhone Launch
  • Rewind, Play, Fast-Forward Formula
  • High-Stakes Presentation Drills
  • The 90-Second Elevator Pitch
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Vamsi Chinda16d ago