Telling Stories with Metaphors
Metaphors add inspiration and engagement to your presentation. You will need to know how to pick the right story and how to work the story into your presentation.
1. Pick the Right Story
Consider four things when picking a story.
You can also use key words to search Sketch by Step to find your story.
2. Deliver the Message
Use the search icon to look through the metaphors to find one to learn how to draw. You can click the NEXT red arrow to learn how to draw the example in the video – Keep your eye on the ball.
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