Chipo Mashingaidze

After years of observing, learning and questioning, this is where I'm starting 2026 - launching this drive to close the gap between young people's potential and what they actually achieve. My area in coaching is personal development and soft skills and I can see what is missing. we need to equip our young people better - give them a fighting chance.

We’re on lesson 5.
I love this one.

The person who first showed me the effectiveness of story-telling was my father. Professionally, he was a teacher, but hee was also a ”lay-preacher” at our church.

At home, when there was something serious to talk about - whether it was a discipline issue or major change in our lives, he always started the discussion with a question, followed by an anecdote or a story. By the time he got to his point, the message would have been well-received and understood already. I found the stories so impactful. Not only did they hold my attention, but they also made the point that was being made so memorable.

I think that’s why the Bible is full of narratives and parables.

I believe the human mind grasps concepts and principle better when they are cushioned in a story than when they are presented as hard core concepts. Stories make abstract truths more relatable. They bring difficult-to-understand ideas to life and achieve appreciation quicker and better.

After hooking your audience with a great introduction, keep them connected with a powerful and relevant story.