The StoryWise Learning Blog

Transform your nonprofit training and learning resources with the power of story. Whether you’re breathing new life into old resources or building leadership and volunteer programs from scratch, I share the practical strategies, tips, tricks, and real-world examples you need. Designed specifically for the Canadian nonprofit sector, this is your go-to guide for moving beyond boring bullet points to create learning that actually sticks. Let’s make your next project unforgettable.

Your team is 100% certified. But are they 100% ready?

Elena* stands at the edge of the emergency shelter’s entry, watching the Monday evening shift change. On her tablet, the dashboard shows 100% completion for the new mandatory "De-escalation" eLearning course she recently launched. Technically, all volunteers in the room are "certified." Then Marc, a regular client, approaches the front desk. He is hoping to return after a three-day service restriction, but Sarah, the newest volunteer, sees the restriction is still active for

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2 days ago3 min read

The Story Hook

Do you sometimes wonder how you could make your dry and boring course introductions into something more interesting? Something that your staff will read and maybe even learn from. Start by ditching the boring list of course objectives and capture their interest with something that will encourage them to keep going. The Status Quo: Functional but Forgettable How many courses have you started that look like this: This course is about being more inclusive in the workplace. Each

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Jan 62 min read