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You don’t exactly know what sets you apart from other story makers like you and this has been stopping you from showing up confidently and communicating your value clearly. You know you’re procrastinating because you don’t have a plan that that will help you go from point A to point B - and that wastes a lot of your time, effort and mental energy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/d12160db-d3fc-45ef-ae33-307175eb5ab1/Hema.jpg The Cartwheel Method - “I decided to work with Anna because I wanted to learn from her lived experience as an expert storyteller. I have some big creative work goals and she has helped me to move forward with clarity and purpose. My confidence as a creative storyteller has skyrocketed having completed my first story with her insightful and constructive feedback. The one thing I'd want everyone to know about this service is that it's absolutely worth the investment, why reinvent the wheel when you can learn from the best.” — Hema Fifita, storyteller, educator and language advocate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/74285bf2-147e-4b05-b025-dce4410194ee/Deepa+pic.jpg The Cartwheel Method - I was very unclear about my 'WHY' before I joined the Cartwheel Method. By the end of 4 weeks, Anna had gently brought out the 'WHY' in my storytelling journey. I was more clear about my planning and implementing once the reason for my journey was clear to me. Anna doesn't shy away from sharing the knowledge (the treasure) that she has. The one on one calls were extremely hands-on and helped me to focus on my planning. Thanks Anna Manuel!!!!! — Deepa Chaubal, storyteller, educator and literacy advocate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/a34a649d-db0e-46d1-bac5-bff7bd8fc754/Dani+pic.jpeg The Cartwheel Method - Anna has many years’ experience as a storyteller. She is kind, professional, great with young children, reliable, loyal, willing to think outside the box, open to learning new things, passionate about words and stories and the power of storytelling. That is why I enrolled in her Cartwheel Method. And it is worth every dollar. I wasn’t sure which way I wanted to go with my storytelling business, and indeed my WHY, and Anna gently teased out what I ultimately am all about. — Daniela Bűcheller-Scott, storyteller, educator, cultural connections program coordinator https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/3f742b1f-2bdd-4a29-8920-b5d1f20e6218/Nicole+pic+1.jpg The Cartwheel Method - “Anna has helped me believe in my talents more as a storyteller. She has approached this mentoring relationship professionally, enthusiastically, equally, and her main objective is to help me reach all my goals professionally and creatively as an artist. — Nicole Migotto-Brown, storyteller & artist https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/1400692e-ab20-494d-b0aa-7388a586d627/Anna+4.jpeg The Cartwheel Method - And I totally get it… It took me a few years (and rolls and rolls of butcher paper) to figure out what I wanted to do with my story telling business. I told myself I needed to work longer hours, be more creative, and cold email my dream organisations. But what I really needed was to get clear on my purpose and direction, develop unique storytelling programs and build relationships. When I did these things, everything changed. Over 6 years, I have set my business in two locations, hired staff, written and published a picture book, ran 40+ children’s events and professional workshops, curated children’s programming for an international music and arts festival, and been asked to contribute to parenting and education magazines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/1643774929131-OCY6M2TLOLEETYZ0LI5F/unsplash-image-IjkIOe-2fF4.jpg The Cartwheel Method https://www.annamanuel.com/tic-tac-story daily 0.75 2023-06-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/aac99157-69c1-4269-846f-2f21d79c3651/unsplash-image-7qT9A9QzcUA.jpg Tic-Tac-Story - You want to develop your signature story that will make you stand out. You have limited storytelling strategies that don’t reflect your creative capacity. You have plenty of ideas but unsure how to implement them. You want to be known for delivering amazing stories to your dream clients. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/ab032b80-a1df-4826-bd1f-354b652cef60/GK0B3952.jpg Tic-Tac-Story - Here’s how it works: Tic-Tac-Story is a 90-minute one-on-one live session with me, an educator and fellow story maker, where we find the magic in your story and your very own superpowers, so you can show your unique voice and style in bringing stories to life. During our time together we will : Find the magic in your story to make it connect, engage and delight your audience. Use storytelling strategies that work best for you and your audience. Brainstorm 3 creative activities you can do with children to extend the story. In addition to this one-on-one time with me, after incorporating our discussion points in your story, send me the final text/recording within the next two weeks and receive personalised feedback from me. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/ceb502d9-b442-42d4-87a5-811729d33d72/Rey+pic.jpg Tic-Tac-Story - When I first watched Anna do a Kamishibai story, it was a really fun session and I hoped to learn the technique. So when she posted a workshop in her social media account , I excitedly inquired. She offered me the Tic-Tac Story Workshop. It was a fun learning experience as we worked on one story that I chose. We worked together to create a plan for my first Kamishibai story. I am excited to work on it more and to present it to our communities in the Philippines. Thank you, Anna for this wonderful opportunity! — Rey Bufi, storyteller @ Lakbay-Kwentuhan, a not-for-profit book-giving caravan bringing the gift of reading to children across the least-served areas in the Philippines https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/21e68cd6-6353-4269-9b3c-ae3e976abd1a/7.jpg Tic-Tac-Story - And I totally get it… The story should speak for itself right? Hate to break it to you, but the story is just half of the picture. The telling brings it to life. It took me a few goes to incorporate what I know about children’s development into my creative practice of writing and telling stories. When I did, I saw increased engagement and even more positive feedback! As an educator, I can share valuable insights on how children interact with stories at different stages of development so you can be responsive to your audience’s needs. Being a story maker myself, I have loads of strategies to make your telling engaging and memorable. I love supporting story makers like you to tell amazing stories so you stand out to your audience and your dream clients, while sharing your message powerfully. https://www.annamanuel.com/the-story-maker daily 0.75 2023-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/ab43d2a2-92f9-4de0-834e-d2f2de7384dc/unsplash-image-rjFpgcfpVQY.jpg The Story Maker - You tell yourself, it’s too good to be true to make a living off of your purpose, passion and skills. You’re feeling overwhelmed and confused about how to design work that is fun, fulfilling and profitable. You don’t want to “force” your services on people just to get booked (even though you know what you offer has high value). You’re procrastinating because you feel overwhelmed with how you’re going to move your story business forward. You have limited strategies in developing your stories or programs that you’re not able to show your wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise. You feel more creative and accountable for your own goals when you have another person to bounce off ideas and set action plans with. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/697ee785-5b15-4c2a-bc76-edc1734a2920/Nicole+2.jpg The Story Maker https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/d12160db-d3fc-45ef-ae33-307175eb5ab1/Hema.jpg The Story Maker - I decided to work with Anna because I wanted to learn from her lived experience as an expert storyteller. I have some big creative work goals and she has helped me to move forward with clarity and purpose. My confidence as a creative storyteller has skyrocketed having completed my first story with her insightful and constructive feedback. The one thing I'd want everyone to know about this service is that it's absolutely worth the investment, why reinvent the wheel when you can learn from the best. — Hema F, storyteller, educator and language advocate https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/1644382427513-50Q7UY3O0YF9CZH8H0C9/unsplash-image-OeXcIHFwtsM.jpg The Story Maker - In this 12-week one-on-one coaching program, we will… workshop your stories and learn how to develop and tell them to your audience so you become a responsive and standout storyteller. design a story-based program which suits your business purpose and direction so you can make the impact you want on communities you care deeply about. discuss ways to bring your services to your dream organisations so you get known for your craft and expertise in making children fall in love with reading. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/1644382374118-3E9O3A3NLY5RBG6P7G1V/unsplash-image-FWVMhUa_wbY.jpg The Story Maker - You will get... Daily support for concerns and questions that will move you towards your goals quicker. Fortnightly one-on-one coaching on your specific burning needs and blocks so you get straight into action. Templates and resources to support you in your planning, action steps and goal tracking so you get what you need for your unique business. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/0dacab1e-635c-44a3-b36f-c77e6fe2f711/unsplash-image-DgCPTkDqhHg.jpg The Story Maker - On the Story Maker… you get a top-level look at how you want your story business serve the communities you deeply care about. we get to rehearse and polish existing stories and shape and develop new story ideas so you can free up time and brain space by bouncing off ideas with me. we can map out your dream clients and other streams of income you can have with your stories and programs so you have different options of getting paid to do what you love to do. you get helpful stuff for story business owners so you don’t have to start from scratch (i.e., pitching, writing communications, tips for documenting performances, invoicing, pricing, getting insured, other concerns that may come up for you). you get a constant partner in the feedback loop so you get to focus on being creative and being the CEO of your story business. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/1642645890039-GACS3CH0WPZ0EU0TTRGG/Anna+RAW.jpg The Story Maker - And I totally get it… Building a story business feels overwhelming, confusing and scary. And getting paid to do what you love, sounds like a dream. I thought I needed to know everything before I get started. What I actually needed was a clear purpose and direction to focus and take action. It wasn’t until I embraced all my skill sets that I was able to feel confident, competent and proud of what I can do for the community. When I shifted my self talk from “Hire me” to “My services can serve you and your community,” I was able to nurture relationships with my dream organisations. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61e63e14b0387b781eec8cee/8c6a1842-095b-401d-889a-6004a98331fd/IMG_8183.jpg The Story Maker Over 6 years, I have built a business in two different locations, hired staff, written and published a picture book, ran over 40 children’s events and professional workshops, curated children’s programming for an international festival and have contributed to several parenting and educational magazines. Wearing my educator and story maker hats, I can help you connect, engage and delight children with stories and story programs so you can be a responsive and standout storyteller. Having worked with educational institutions, not-for-profits, and corporate clients across different countries, I can support you on how you can approach clients confidently and authentically. I believe that we can have a story business that supports us and our purpose. 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