Storytelling Classes Online and in London
Storytelling is the most powerful communication tool. Stories enable you to build trust, create connection and drive action. To land your message - whether in a speech, in a meeting, on your website, or even in a social media post - storytelling is key.
We hear hundreds of claims every day, so we are rarely convinced by statements alone. We want proof - that’s where stories come in - they act as evidence, they stir emotions, they bring your point to life.
If you want to engage, persuade and inspire action, storytelling is crucial. Every speaker should understand the science of how stories work and the art of using them effectively.
Octavia can help you to:
Build a ‘story bank’ you can draw on for pitches, meetings and presentations
Learn how to structure a story that grabs attention and delivers insight
Discover what to keep - and what to cut - so you don’t lose your audience
Master a simple formula to weave stories naturally into any presentation
Practise telling stories with confidence and authenticity.
The Power of a Story
At one of our storytelling masterclasses a participant shared this story:
She’s fresh out of uni and working in a clothing store in Soho. It’s late at night. There’s a single customer in the store, deliberating over an expensive leather jacket. She thinks to herself, ‘he’s been umming and aahing for so long, there’s no way he’s going to buy it’.
She walks over to him. Instead of pushing the sale - telling him about the quality of leather or the uniqueness of the design - she tells him a story.
She talks about the Italian designer’s humble roots. He was born in Milan, the song of shoemaker. When he opened his first store in 1970s New York, he decided to do things differently. He handed out free espressos, he had DJs playing and models dancing in the shop window. The store became legendary with the hip and famous, Andy Warhol even launched his magazine there.
The customer says ‘Well, I’ve got to have it now, it’s a little piece of history.’ At the till he tells her manager ‘I wasn’t going to buy the jacket, but then she told me that story.’ So she makes commission on the sale and her manager praises her. But the story doesn’t there.
Two years later, she’s applying for her first job in advertising. The interviewer asks about her relevant experience. The problem - she’s never worked in advertising before. Instead of drawing attention to this, she tells the interviewer the story of the jacket. How she persuaded the customer to buy it, not by ‘selling’, but by successfully communicating the brand’s story.
She lands the job.
And that’s why, years later, she’s sitting in our workshop, in that advertising agency.
1-1 Online Packages
Your storytelling classes take place online, so you can be anywhere in the world!
Compelling Communication Package
5 hours of bespoke coaching tailored to achieving your goals.
£550
Captivating Communication Package
10 hours of bespoke coaching tailored to achieving your goals.
£980
Single Session
1 hour of bespoke coaching.
£120
At OPG Coaching, we believe in using your voice for good and offer reduced rates for changemakers and those with less financial flexibility.
1-1 In Person Coaching Packages
Your storytelling classes take place in central London - in a studio or at your place of work.
Full Day Intensive
6 hours of bespoke coaching
£720
Half Day Intensive
3 hours of bespoke coaching
£400
90 minutes
1.5 hours of bespoke coaching
£250
1-1 Online Storytelling Course
Storytelling for Speakers
If you want to engage, persuade and inspire action, storytelling is crucial. Yet most presentations contain no stories at all, which is why so many end up dry, unpersuasive and forgettable. Every speaker needs to understand the science of how stories work and the art of using them effectively. This course will show you how.
You will:
Receive five hours of bespoke one-to-one coaching through a structured course that covers the essential principles of storytelling and presentation, helping you become a more captivating and persuasive communicator.
You'll also receive takeaway notes to support your learning and help you put the techniques into practice long after the course has finished.
Learn how to structure a story that grabs attention and delivers insight
Discover what to keep - and what to cut - so you don’t lose your audience
Master a simple formula to weave stories naturally into any presentation
Start to build a ‘story bank’ you can draw on for pitches, meetings and presentations
Practise telling stories with confidence and authenticity.
Transform your presentations & pitches
The course is led by Octavia Phoebe Gilmore. Octavia has supported CEOs, MPs, and professionals from diverse fields to communicate with clarity and impact. A speechwriter and trainer with a background in theatre, film and comedy, she brings creativity and a supportive style to every course.
£575
Frequently Asked Questions
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Storytelling classes help people learn how to share experiences and communicate messages in a way that captures attention and connects with an audience. You will learn you how to craft and share stories that engage, persuade, and inspire action. Storytelling classes are ideal for professionals, speakers, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to communicate more powerfully, whether in meetings, presentations, or pitches. No prior experience is needed; great storytelling is a skill anyone can learn.
(Pitches/presentations/speeches/website copy/ social medium communication superpower. Say doesn't have to be your own stories/narratives. Can be things that took place over a long time, or just a moment)
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You'll learn how to build a personal story bank, structure stories that grab attention, and weave stories naturally into speeches and presentations. You'll also discover what to keep and what to cut, how to tell stories with authenticity and confidence, and how to use storytelling as a tool to persuade and connect with your audience.
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Yes. OPG Coaching offers storytelling classes online and in London, making expert coaching accessible wherever you are. Whether you prefer face-to-face sessions or the flexibility of remote learning, you'll receive the same personalised, high-quality coaching tailored to your specific communication goals.
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People hear hundreds of statements and claims every day; facts alone rarely persuade. Stories act as evidence; they stir emotions and bring a message to life. Research shows stories are 22 times more memorable than facts alone. For professionals, mastering storytelling means your ideas get heard, remembered, and acted upon. Strong storytelling can elevate your speeches, pitches, presentations, meetings, website copy and social media content, helping you communicate with greater influence and impact.
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Public speaking courses typically cover a broad range of communication skills, such as body language, vocal technique and audience participation. Storytelling courses focus on one specific skill: how to use stories to capture attention and bring your message to life.
On our OPG Coaching storytelling course, you'll learn why stories are so persuasive, how to find and shape your stories, and how to create an immersive experience for your audience. These skills can enhance presentations, pitches, speeches, meetings, social media content and website copy.
Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools available to a communicator. It's a skill that can strengthen almost every form of communication, helping your ideas become more memorable, engaging and impactful.
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Improvement can begin in a single session. Most clients notice a significant shift in how they construct and deliver stories within just a few focused sessions, with confidence growing meaningfully over time.
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Absolutely. Storytelling is one of the most versatile communication skills you can develop. Strong storytelling skills can help you perform more effectively in job interviews, sales and networking conversations, leadership communication, meetings, marketing and social media content.
Stories help people understand your ideas, remember your message and connect with you on a human level. Knowing how to tell a good story will help you shine in a wide range of professional and personal situations.
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Getting started is simple. OPG Coaching offers a free, obligation-free discovery call where you can discuss your goals, ask questions, and find out whether their storytelling classes, in London or online, are the right fit for you. There's no commitment or obligation. Simply visit opgcoaching.com/storytelling and click "Let's Talk" to book your call.