How to Advance and Promote Storytelling Skills

Knowing how to promote and advance your storytelling skills should be a priority as you learn the tips and tricks other storytellers use.
Entertaining an audience with storytelling is an ancient art form that has grown into popularity in the last few years.
Pastors in the pulpit and speakers at corporate events are often known to tell entertaining stories before launching into the topic of discussion.
Speakers use these techniques to warm up the audience with stories to evoke the laughter or serious thoughts about a particular subject matter by the storyteller.
Talented storytellers often receive invitations for paid performances at festivals, social and business functions.
However, if you're not among those, you may want to consider these tips to advance your career as a professional storyteller.
Under resources, a link is provided for more information on storytelling and a tutorial.
Those new to storytelling can advance their skills with a solid introduction to storytelling and by attending workshops in person or online.

Instructions

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     Get acquainted with other storytellers
     Join a local storytellers group and attend meetings.
     Create a professional brochure
     Hand out business cards with contact information

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     Promote yourself by offering services to a few selected organizations for free to establish your name.
     Network with other storytellers in your area.
     Join local forums and let other members know you are a storyteller.

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     Create a free website
     Add content weekly
     Post city locations you're available for events in.
     Promote your website on forums.
     Add website address to the bottom of emails.