My Little Big Story – A Seminar on Finding, Developing, and Telling Personal Stories
Each of us carries stories within – formative experiences, unexpected turning points, quiet truths. Why do we keep telling certain stories? Why do we remember them so vividly? And what can we gain from them – for ourselves and for others?
In this hands-on seminar, participants will discover, develop, and present their own stories. These are true stories – no fiction – drawn from memories of personal experiences and shaped within the course of the seminar.The focus is on classic storytelling and the most original form of sharing stories: telling them from one human being to another.How do I find the heart of my story? How can I reach others with my words? And what happens when I dare to share a personal experience in public?
Through a combination of group work, practical exercises, and individual coaching, students will learn to reflect on their personal experiences, shape them into compelling narratives, and perform them in an engaging, lively way.
Jan Hinrik Drevs, M.A.
Jan Hinrik Drevs ist freier Autor und Regisseur. Er schrieb und leitete über 40 Dokumentarfilme für TV und Kino, entwickelte diverse Serienkonzepte, schrieb und drehte mehrere Spielfilme sowie eine Vielzahl von Werbefilmen. Als einer von wenigen Regisseuren Deutschlands wurde er mit Produktionen in allen drei Gattungen auf namhafte Festivals eingeladen (u.a. Yamagata, Montreal, Edinburgh) und mit Preisen ausgezeichnet (u.a. Silberner Löwe Cannes). Neben seiner kreativen Tätigkeit unterstützt er Institutionen, Teams und Einzelpersonen bei Storytelling und strategischer Kommunikation.
Ich liebe es, Menschen dabei zu helfen, ihre Geschichten zu finden, zu formen und überzeugend zu erzählen.
Objectives & Competences
Telling and listening to stories not only strengthens our communication skills but also fosters empathy, understanding, and the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and vividly. It is a practice in authenticity and presence – essential skills in every area of life: in relationships, in leadership, and in professional communication.