How open are you open to sharing your story? Do you craft it with the right audience in mind? What you say is important just as in how you say it. Two days ago I was able to learn the art of storytelling in such a fun and new way.
First Person Arts
It was birthed in 2000 it has now made its way to be a premiere place to encourage and empower speakers from every level and walk of life. The ability to storytell transcends from simply making speeches. We use the gift of storytelling in all that we do. Conversations with friends, podcasts, writing a book, and more. If you were ever considered being a storyteller but considered yourself not equipped to handle a stage or platform, let First Person Arts help you redefine your skill sets.
Influencer Stories
If you are on social media you know the power of storytelling. You see Influencers like myself crafting products, as well as experiences everyday. Where one uses video in a way that is captivating another uses their wordbank to do the same. However it’s all storytelling. As we commenced for a night of learning in a hands on workshop way as Influencers we learned a lot more about one another and our various fields.
Who is your Audience?
This is always the question. For me I had to learn very early on that I am making content for others not me. So although my face and image is the bread and butter of the blog, the content is set to encourage others. I keep that in mind as I tell stories of mental health and more. During the exchange between Influencers we talked about the 3 areas of our storytelling. One for the brand/PR, audience/community that we are building, other Influencers and social media gurus. Which one are ones do we gravitate towards? For instance for a restaurant, we don’t want to hurt their brand.
This is why you see that some Influencers will stick to the meals that they enjoyed over a given experience. If it’s for mental health or other social influence it’s a little easier to initiate storytelling. You get to speak from the art and add your own vulnerability because you are on a mission. Lastly some things combine all 3 of them if not more perspectives. This is why I don’t allow people to diminish what I or other Social media experts do because it’s work.
We learned how to draw our audience into us, hold their attention and many aspects deliver a take away of some sort
Personal Storytelling
If you want or desire to go into learning storytelling, consider going to a StorySlam. This unique experience will not only get you out of your comfort zone but provide you a safe space. When you put yourself out into the world and share, it’s scary. I get it. My first time doing public speaking even speaking on myself was hard. However it takes the right environment to unleash the power that is your story. Remember we all have a story to tell. I have shared that when I first began the blog how I was told that I shared too much. Keep in mind, that when you own your story, you don’t let anyone blow your candle out. Now 8 years later, the vulnerability I share has helped others.
Join Some Like it Hot Storyslam
The StorySlam is happening Tuesday April 25th at the World Cafe Live. If there was ever a time to share the time is now. Use code Firstpersonsart425 to save 25% off of your ticket. Come with an open mind or simply observe and have a great time. Some Like It Hot. Some like it not. The heat is on April 25th as First Person Arts feature thrilling, sizzling, and moving tales all about the burn, as told by you! Live on stage. Whether you’re beating the heat or soaking up some sun, we want to hear your story about why Some Like It Hot on our stage.
Do you have a “smokin” hot story to tell or just want to listen? Join First Person Arts for Philly’s ORIGINAL StorySlam when audience members become on-stage storytellers, telling true, personal stories. Host Chris Lundy will present 8 storytellers from our audience volunteers. Get your tickets early! Story Slams fill up quickly.
Thank you to First Person Arts, Brandon Szeker, and the Filter Club for having us.
