PPP #70: Find your focus

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling No BS Authenticity goes a long way when telling stories effectively. Don’t try to fool your audience with imaginary scenarios — they can see it from a mile off. You’ve lived an interesting...

PPP #69: Get people talking

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Explore & clarify Lots of ideas get thrown around during workshops, and quieter participants' perspectives may get lost in the noise. Help them explore their ideas by asking for clarification: What I’m hearing...

PPP #68: How to avoid micromangement

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Underlying motivations “What will define success in this meeting?” is one of the most powerful questions a facilitator can ask. This helps you understand the underlying motivation behind a meeting and develop a...

PPP #67: Specific steps to success

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Productivity Pick your priorities Forget FOMO (fear of missing out). Stay focused on your own journey and prioritise what truly matters to you. Remember, it’s okay to say no and create your own fulfilling...

PPP #66: How to earn respect

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling Push your characters Plot makes your story exciting, but emotional stakes make it memorable. Push characters to their limits. It doesn’t need to be life or death situations, just make it matter deeply to...

PPP #65: Escape the comfort zone

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling One question Before telling a story, ask yourself: what do you hope to achieve? Do you want to inspire action, drive change or influence others? Identifying your desired outcome will help guide your...

PPP #64: So relatable

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling So relatable Rather than getting lost in technical jargon, find ways to compare your ideas to something more familiar through metaphors and analogies. This will also make your story more engaging, providing a...

PPP #63: Choose wisely

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Facilitation Keep exploring Workshops should prioritise spontaneity, collaboration, and creativity over specific outcomes. Encouraging exploration instead of problem-solving will allow time to thoroughly investigate all potential solutions. (Share this on Twitter) Storytelling Get to...

PPP #62: Don’t skip the boring stuff

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling Celebrate the pain Don’t hide your vulnerability when sharing your story. Embrace the struggles, failures, and uncertainty that make us human. They may be uncomfortable to talk about, but they’re the moments that...

PPP #61: You're not the hero

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling You’re not the hero Your brand isn’t the protagonist of your story — your customer is. Put them in the shoes of the hero and focus on how your company can help them...

PPP #60: Complexity demands simplicity

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Storytelling Accessibility is everything Complexity demands simplicity. Stories can be complicated. It’s your job to make them as accessible as possible. Get rid of the white noise and focus on essential details. (Share this...

PPP #59: Finding balance

Pip’s Practical Prompts Newsletter Sent by Charles Burdett Leadership Clear Priorities Conflicting expectations add unnecessary pressure to your team. The solution is simple: make your goals and priorities clear. Review them often and update your team if anything changes. (Share this on...