Each month this site will feature one story module from Part II of the book Stories Trainers Tell. In addition, there will be one new story module each month from Part I of the book for you to use. These story modules will be archived for one month in the story archives section of this site. We ask that if you download and use these stories that you agree to follow the copyright restrictions shown with them.

If you are interested in submitting a story for use on this site, please contact Lori Silverman at 800.253.6398.

 Stories Trainers Tell: Book Story Module

“Who Called This Meeting?”   
September’s featured book story module is “Who Called This Meeting?” contributed by Shelley R. Robbins, Ph.D., attorney-at-law. In this situation, Shelley makes an ill-fated attempt to address an organization-wide need through the collaborative efforts of several key departments. What’s the point of the story? Get the facts.

Coming in the next few months:

• October:  “I Didn’t Ask to Be Here” contributed by Jean Barbazette
• November:  “Isolate, Exaggerate, and Integrate” contributed by Joan Lloyd
• December:  “Expecting Too LIttle” contributed by Paula Bartholome

 Stories Trainers Tell: New Book Story Module

“My Mental Filing System”   
September’s new book story module “My Mental Filing System” contributed by Suzann Gardner, associate professor, Alverno College. The story captures what Suzann went through to search for critical information that she needed to make a decision. What’s the point of the story? Find the file!

Coming in the next few months:

• October:  “The Wise Man and the Baby Bird” contributed by Paula Bartholome
• November:  “Keeping Your Cool” contributed by Laura V. Page
• December:  On the Lookout for Body Art” contributed by Lori Silverman