WORKSHOP

Sarah Ashmore delivery a storytelling keynote

THE FADING ART OF
STORYTELLING

Sarah Ashmore holding looking through childhood images that contribute to her personal story through netball, the media and now running her own business.

HUMAN CONNECTION IS THE MOST VALUABLE CURRENCY

In a world where content is constant and attention is shrinking,
one thing is becoming increasingly valuable…

Human connection.

And yet, the very skill that drives connection is quietly disappearing...

Storytelling.

This thought-provoking keynote or workshop explores why storytelling is no longer a “nice to have”,
it is the foundation of connection and impact.

The people who truly cut through aren’t the ones with the most information…

They’re the ones who can take others on a journey.

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CORPORATE GROUPS

Leaders - Emerging Leaders - Entire Staff

Imagine a world where AI-created communication replaces the very essence of human connection.

This workshop shows individuals how to move beyond constructing the perfect sentence and start saying something that actually connects.

Whether it’s leading a team, delivering a vision or in general conversation, the people who cut through are the ones who make others feel something.

What this workshop delivers:

The shift from information to connection
Why facts alone don’t move people, and how to make your message land in a way that is felt, remembered and acted on.

Using great storytelling to bring vision to life
The ability to clearly articulate where you’re going and make people want to come with you is what separates good leaders from great ones.

How to engage any audience
From boardrooms to the staff lunch table, learn how to connect, hold attention and bring people into the moment with you.

Why polished is no longer powerful
Perfection is forgettable. Audiences are drawn to honesty, perspective and personality.

The risk of losing storytelling in an AI-driven world
As communication becomes faster and more automated, human connection becomes more valuable.

Your audience will walk away with practical tools to:

Communicate with clarity and confidence
Connect with any audience
Tell stories that resonate and stick
Show up with authenticity and impact

Because in a world full of noise the people who stand out are the ones who make people feel something.

This sounds important for my people

SCHOOL GROUPS

Primary School - Secondary School

There is nothing that scares me more than my children being overcome by technology and losing the essence of human connection.

This workshop helps students understand the power of their voice and how to use it to connect, lead and stand out in a noisy world.

Whether it’s in the classroom, on the sporting field, online or among friends, the ability to communicate in a way that makes people feel something is a superpower.

What students will learn:

How to speak with confidence
Practical tools to manage nerves and show up with more confidence when speaking in front of others.

How to tell better stories
Moving beyond one-word answers and surface-level responses, and learning how to add personality, perspective and insight.

How to be great just being yourself
Why being yourself, not being perfect, is what makes people interesting and memorable.

How to connect with others
Understanding how to read a room, engage an audience and make people feel included and interested.

Why your story matters
Students will leave with a stronger sense of identity and the confidence to share it.

Students walk away with:

Greater confidence speaking in front of others
Tools to express themselves clearly and authentically
A better understanding of what makes them unique
The ability to connect, not just communicate

Because in a world full of noise the people who stand out are the ones who can be real, be human… and tell a great story.

I want my students to be great storytellers

Clients who place their story in my hands…

EDDIE MCGUIRE AM

Professional and engaging, Sarah connects with an audience with warmth and ease.

Sarah is relatable, knowledgeable and committed to giving her best on any occasion.

It is always a pleasure to share a stage with Sarah.
BREE GASKIN, HEAD OF EVENTS RICHMOND FOOTBALL CLUB

Sarah brings a breath of fresh air into our functions, injecting an incredible sense of energy and warmth.

She is so easy to work with, always accommodating our requests.

Sarah has a fantastic ability to hold the room and bring out the very best in our panel members.

We constantly receive feedback on how impressive she is. Her scripting brings her own flavour and voice but is adaptable enough to fit the different events we have engaged her.

10/10!
DAVID POULTON, DIRECTOR ROBERT ROSE FOUNDATION

Sarah is one of the most professional and engaging MCs I have seen.

Her preparation is meticulous and she is a delight to work with.

Nothing is too much trouble and her warm and friendly personality shines through immediately in any presentation.
MUZI EDAH, CEO BLUESTAR GLOBAL LOGISTICS

Sarah brings the perfect balance of warmth, humour, expertise and professionalism.

She has a wonderful way with words and is extremely approachable and just an absolute delight.

She has a very rare gift of making people feel welcome, relaxed and connected.

I look forward to working with her again in future.