Sensational Stories

Do you want to share your message in a way that is both entertaining and memorable?

Do you want to suspend your audience’s disbelief and have them hanging on your every word?

Do you want to learn how to weave powerful, impactful and mesmerizing stories?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then Sensational Stories is for you.

Sensational Stories is the World’s Number One Experiential Story-Telling Course. Sensational Stories is a processed-based course, meaning the curriculum is taught entirely through experiential processes which teach you a wide range of world-class story-telling skills.

The curriculum in Sensational Stories is designed to unlock your potential as a master story-teller. During Sensational Stories, you will learn an array of skills such as: teaching through symbolism and metaphors; creating vivid imagery to engage the senses; using contrast to enroll and enthrall; utilizing creativity to connect, play and entertain — as well as many other invaluable story-telling skills.

Whether you have been telling stories for years or are just learning how, Sensational Stories will give you tools to share your message in a fun and engaging way which will leave each audience member with lasting and indelible learnings.

Like all of Frontier Trainings’ speaker certification courses, Sensational Stories is direct, to the point and implementation based so that once you leave the training room, you will immediately notice a difference in the style and effectiveness of your communication.

So come join us and see how Sensational Stories can unleash your creativity and transform your communication ability.

Clinton Swaine

Founder – Frontier Trainings

Key Concepts

Structuring Stories	Creativity	Signature Stories
Stage Anchoring	Metaphors	Inductions
Anthropomorphism	Accents & Tonality	F.B.C.

STRUCTURING STORIES

Story Structure is the foundation upon which all stories are built. It is the framework which holds a story together. One cannot weave a successful story without employing it and if the principles are not properly understood, the story will not have it’s desired effect. That being said, there is no set formula a story must follow, as stated by Aristotle, structure is “a series of principles” that allow us to understand how we can create the things we would like. There is no specific path one must take, but it is valuable to understand the principles to ensure that the path you take will lead you to your desired destination.

CREATIVITY

The ability to instantly tap into one’s creativity is essential to story-telling; not only during the creation process, but also during it’s performance. Creativity is what allows us to suspend our audience’s disbelief and paint a rich, vibrant picture in which they can become enraptured. Each exercise in Sensational Stories is an opportunity to explore and expand various aspects of your creativity. You will begin developing more spontaneity through improvisation exercises and learn how you can use those skills to connect, entertain and build rapport with your audience.

SIGNATURE STORIES

What is a Signature Story? It is just that — your signature — a story that is uniquely yours, one you can use to connect, teach and relate. Just like your signature, your Signature Story is one of a kind because it is a story based on your life experiences which you can use to authentically impart a lesson. These can be shared from the first, second or third person; the purpose is to create a story with which you can genuinely convey a unique lesson.

METAPHORS

A metaphor is a concept of understanding one thing in terms of another; a figure of speech that constructs an analogy between two ideas. As a teaching tool, metaphors are very useful in conveying powerful lessons. These metaphors are often told in a story format with multiple threads woven into the story, each thread containing a separate lesson. The creator of the metaphor is in essence sowing the seeds of a solution through a story. Many people resent or reject direct advice but by using metaphors we can bypass the critical resistance and the listener can draw powerful lessons from the story.

INDUCTIONS

Inductions are a form of hypnosis that allow listeners to go into a deep state of relaxation and in doing so, allow the critical, conscious mind to suspend its normal filters and give direct access to the subconscious. There are various methodologies to create the inductive state. Once a listener is in the hypnotic state you may then guide them through a story, weaving vivid imagery and creating a vibrant experience while implanting suggestions to them. In this state, a person will never do anything against their will. A person cannot be ordered to do anything against their values. If that is attempted they may come out of the hypnotic state. So long as the suggestions do not conflict with the personal values, they are absorbed directly by the unconscious making them stick and leave a lasting impact.

ANTHROPOMORPHISM

Anthropomorphism is a form of story telling where one applies the attributes of humans to inanimate objects. This section is used to allow the presenter to become comfortable telling stories with an array of characters and personality types. Anthropomorphism is often used to convey symbolism and metaphors and to give the audience non-confrontational characters with which they can identify or relate with. Anthropomorphism is most commonly used in children’s stories such as: Beauty and the Beast, Winnie the Pooh,101 Dalmatians etc.

ACCENTS & TONALITY

Tonality plays a large role in engaging your audience and keeping their attention for long periods of time and is especially critical while telling a story. Having the ability to use one’s voice to create contrast, mesmerize and step into a variety of characters is not only spellbinding, but can boost your credibility and help to drive your message deep. Having congruency and consistency in accents can allow the presenter to step into any character they wish, widening their repertoire and building credibility.

FULL BODY COMMUNICATION (F.B.C.)

It is said that “Actions speak louder than words”, this idea rings especially true when telling a story. Our bodies are one of the most powerful tools that we can use to communicate our message, so how can we use them effectively? — Through Full Body Communication. This is utilizing every facial expression and motion to its full potential. In story-telling the ability to assume an array of physiologys is a powerful way to suspend disbelief and further enroll your audience. Many of the activities in Sensational Stories are designed to hone various aspects of F.B.C. such as clean and congruent body movements, facial expressions and precise stage anchoring.

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Registration

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Testimonials – International Speakers

Brian Tracy “As you know Clinton, the biggest difference between our style of trainings and most speakers out there is our focus on results and specific action steps that students will take to get results in the real world.”Brian Tracy, author of Eat That Frog, Maximum Achievement, Psychology of Achievement and more than 300 business related products

T. Harv Eker “If you have a chance to play games to teach you powerful business concepts….Do It!! – Clinton’s games are brilliant!!”T. Harv Eker, author of #1 Best Seller Secrets of the Millionaire MindCreator of Warrior Training Camp, Millionaire Mind Intensive, Guerilla Business School and Train the Trainer

Robert Allen “The fastest way to learn something is by experiencing it. Clinton teaches powerful business concepts through experiential games. They are a must for any serious entrepreneur wishing to grow their business rapidly…without the risks”Robert Allen, author of the One Minute Millionaire and Cracking the Millionaire Code. Author of Nothing Down, Creating Wealth, Multiple Streams of Income and Multiple Streams of Internet Income

Mark Victor Hansen “Education is most effective when it is fun. Clinton’s experiential business simulations are not only a powerful teaching tool, they are a fun, educational way to learn business without taking financial risks.”Mark Victor Hansen, co-author ‘Chicken Soup for the Soul’ Series, Aladdin Factor, Power of Focus and Founder of the Mega-Series

Christopher Howard “I seek the Best Speakers in the World to make the greatest impact on my students. After meeting Clinton and seeing his games, I realized there was no point attempting to recreate what he can teach. His games are brilliant and his impact lasts! Every time he speaks at my events, my students hunger for more!.” As soon as you have the chance to attend one of Clintons many programs, do it – wherever they are being held! Your Success Depends on it!”Christopher Howard, author of Turning Passion into Profits; Creator of Breakthrough to Success, Design Your Destiny, Billionaire Bootcamp

Bill Bartmann “I was persuaded to meet Clinton by a student of mine. To be frank I heard he was weird. After meeting him and understanding his brilliance he began teaching at my events. Whenever he teaches on my stage my students rave about his work AND get results. I am fortunate to be able to have him as part of my team.”Bill Bartmann, Billionaire and 25th wealthiest person in America and founder of the Bill Bartmann Institute

DC Cordova “Clinton has taken teaching business games to a whole new level and we are privileged to have him teach around the world for us in the US, Malaysia and China. His students rave about him and keep asking when he will be teaching next.”DC Cordova, Owner of Excellerated Business Schools teaching the World Famous Money & You and Business School for Entrepreneurs

Testimonials – Students

“Clinton creates a safe environment for growth, learning and skill development. His interactive games simulate real-life pressures and experiences that instantly ingrain in you through their processes. It’s learning on all levels through doing.” – Gina Almgren

Course Schedule

*PLEASE ARRIVE PROMPTLY.

Those arriving after 9:00 a.m. may be admitted at the next break.

*Course schedule times are approximate and are subject to change.

Items to Bring

• advised costumes (please refer to the registration email)
• close-toed walking shoes
• a warm sweater
• a capped, plastic water bottle, if you want to drink water during the course (please note that open water containers are not permitted within the seminar room)

What to Wear

Please dress comfortably, business casual. That being said, each person is a brand. You may want to dress like you would expect others to see you. Please do NOT wear any fragrances such as perfume, cologne, after-shave, essential oils, or aromatherapy. We want to be sensitive to all our students who have allergies to fragrances. Thank you.