Stories are not just stories; they are the best invention ever created for delivering mental models that drive behavior. — Dan Coyle
Successful messaging joins people into the same story.
Speaking brings clarity, sparks action, and builds understanding. Whether you’re sharing an idea or saying no with care, your words shape how others move with you.
A good message helps people see where they are, where they’re going, and why it matters. It both informs and changes the way people understand their world.
We help you build communication that connects, builds trust, and leads with purpose.
Where are you now?
If you and your team are facing any of these, you’re not alone:
- You find yourself talking at people instead of with them
- You want to be more strategic across communications, not just polished in presentations
- You’re unsure how to say no, disagree, or set boundaries
- You have ideas, but struggle to bring others on board
We can help.
What You’ll Gain
- Tools for structuring clear, persuasive communication
- Language that invites collaboration without diluting your message
- Confidence in how to guide conversations, not just deliver points
- Strategies for setting boundaries, influencing decisions, and building momentum
- A narrative mindset to shape and share what your work is building
Let’s Work Together
We’ll find the format that works best for us to connect with your team:
- Interactive Talk (45–75 min): Learn collaborative messaging with practical strategies
- Half-Day Workshop: Practice persuasion, boundary-setting, and listening skills
- Professional Development Series: Strengthen communication habits over time
- 1:1 Coaching: Refine your communication tools for specific roles, moments, or transitions
If you’re ready to use your words to guide, align, and connect—let’s talk.
Stories are how we think. They are how we make meaning of life. Call them schemas, scripts, cognitive maps, mental models, metaphors, or narratives.
—Pamela Rutledge
Client Testimonials
“I used to feel like I was just talking at people. Now I know how to craft messages that invite others into the story.”
“Speakership is Leadership is more than a tagline—it changed how I think about every meeting and presentation.”
“This helped me find the language to tell a bigger story—one that connects the details to the deeper meaning.”
“BI learned that I don’t need to say everything to be understood. Sometimes fewer words are stronger.”
“This work helped me articulate what I stand for—and helped me say it in a way that others can actually hear.”
“Margaret has a gift for helping people uncover what matters most—and say it in a way that moves others.”