How to tell great stories on tour? Story telling advice for guides!

If you are interested in 'how to tell great stories on tour?’ you are on the right track!

Stories are the way that humans have communicated for hundreds and thousands of years. Effective speakers use stories to connect with their audiences and deliver their messages in powerful ways. Business schools around the world use ‘case studies’ and stories as teaching tools and to help students tease out lessons out of real life situations.

There is no question, that as tour guides, we should hone and develop our storytelling skills. While many think that you need some ‘natural ability’ or that some people are just born great story tellers - join me in believing that ANYONE can become an incredible storyteller. By following the tips outlined the above video, practicing and studying the great storytellers in your life - you will be able to captivate audiences and keep people hanging off your every word!

Not only will this make you a more interesting and effective guide, it will help you in a multitude of ways outside of your career.

Let’s dive in and a special thanks to Lynn Neils from Chicago for the inspiration!

-Kelsey T