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The Power of Storytelling for Project Professionals - Part 3 1.5 Credits

The Power of Storytelling for Project Professionals - Part 3 1.5 Credits

Craft Your Selected Story Idea with the SPARC Story Structure

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    December, 1969
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    Communications and Marketing

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Nov 29, 12:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • Analyze techniques to hone raw ideas into compelling stories for presentations.
  • Discuss strategies to bring abstract ideas to life with vivid specificity.
  • Review methods for selecting personal experiences to create a cohesive story.
  • Identify ways to ensure your story flows seamlessly from start to finish.

Course Overview

Now that you’ve selected a story idea to develop, it’s time to hone it into a cohesive and meaningful narrative using the five structural elements represented by the acronym SPARC: Situation, Problem, Action, Resolution, and Conclusion. 

Every project professional face the challenge of transforming complex ideas into a narrative that not only informs but also inspires action. The key lies in the art of storytelling. In this course, we will explore how to craft a compelling narrative using the SPARC story structure, a framework designed to help you transform raw ideas into a cohesive and impactful story.

In this CPE Part 3 Course, we will cover the SPARC method—Situation, Problem, Action, Resolution, and Conclusion—breaking down each element to understand its role in creating a narrative that resonates with your audience. You will analyze how to take a raw idea and refine it into a story that flows naturally, ensuring that your message is clear and persuasive. 

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Story Idea Selection
  • Story Flow Techniques
  • Narrative Specificity Strategies
  • Audience Engagement Methods

Join us, we will discuss techniques to bring abstract concepts to life with vivid specificity, making your story memorable and engaging. By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the tools to craft stories that not only capture attention but also drive your audience to take meaningful action.

  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Communications and Marketing for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US)
  • 1.5 General Credit of Communications and Marketing for Accountant/Bookkeeper/Tax Professionals
  • 1.5 CPD Credit of Communication for CPA in Canada
  • 1.5 PDU Credit for Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for Chartered Accountant - ICAEW
  • 1.5 CE Credit of Communication for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Communications and Marketing for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Communications and Marketing for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPE Credit of Communications and Marketing for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI)
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for Chartered Accountants - Scotland
  • 1.5 CPD Credit for CPA - Ireland

Additional Information

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Seth Greenwald
Seth Greenwald

Owner, Creatively Speaking Inc

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Seth B. Greenwald, PMP, MID, DTM, brings his unique perspective, practical insights and seriously fun energy to his webinars. Technical professionals and business leaders regard his distinctive process to achieving mastery in public speaking and presentation skills as the game changer for their careers. Seth earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Cooper Union and a Master of Industrial Design from Pratt Institute. For over 30 years, Seth has served as a design lead and senior project manager for some of the largest design and engineering firms in the country. He currently manages a multi-billion dollar public infrastructure project for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

As founder and owner of Creatively Speaking Inc., Seth empowers countless individuals to advance their careers through effective powerful communication. His public speaking programs Page to Stage, Find Your Flow and Improv to Improve have garnered widespread acclaim for their transformative impact to technical professionals and business leaders.

Seth is the founding member of Project Management Institute’s NYC Toastmasters club, a testament to his commitment to fostering communication and leadership skills. His dedication extends to serving as the Secretary of the NYC chapter of the National Speakers Association.

Seth is a 3x bestselling author. His latest book, "Answering the Call of Your Creative Warrior" is the personal story of how he discovered his inner source of creative power that he calls upon to communicate his ideas with confidence, clarity and conviction.

Seth lives with his wife in Westchester County, NY. He enjoys traveling the world and collecting seriously fun stories to share with his students.

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Karen Worrell, CPA (US)

It was ok but not exactly what I was expecting. Additionally, the course was described as 1 credit but was actually 1.5 which caused conflict with a previous engagement.

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