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

“A Legacy of Generosity”   
February’s featured book story module is “A Legacy of Generosity” contributed by Chip Bell, senior partner, Performance Research Associates, Inc. It speaks to how our early life experiences can shape our values around giving and our perception of abundance. What’s the point of the story? Keep the change.

Coming in the next few months:

• March:  “The Porcupine and the Snake” contributed by Suzann Gardner
• April:  “Sorry, We Can’t Do It” contributed by Shelley R. Robbins, Ph.D.
• May:  “A Culture Rooted in Gunpowder” contributed by Merrill Anderson

 Stories Trainers Tell: New Book Story Module

“Right Under Your Nose”   
February’s new book story module is “Right Under Your Nose” contributed by Sharon L. Bowman, director, The Lake Tahoe Trainers Group. The story describes what happens on Sharon’s first cross-country flight as a student pilot with Gary, her instructor, when she goes to land the plane. What’s the point of the story? Look under your nose.

Coming in the next few months:

• March:  “The Wake-up Call” contributed by Mary B. Wacker
• April:  “Why Can’t We All Get Along?” contributed by Mary B. Wacker
• May:  “Seeing the Light” contributed by Lori Silverman