HPCA

FREE: HPCA Storytelling Community Session - Practicing your pitch for purpose or pleasure
2026-03-24 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Virtual
Tell me about a time… you were proud of your work
What: Story Sharing – Practicing your pitch for purpose or pleasure.
When: 24 March 11:00 – 12:00
Why: Because life is better when we share our stories!
Ah, well that is a bit sh*t
….was my first reaction when I read the latest results from the NHS staff survey.
Then I reflected, it’s not surprising: there’s been a chain of shocks from the high pressure days of COVID through the rumbling disruptions of continual organizational and structural changes.
But there is always one thing that gets left out of the headlines.
The brilliant work that people do day in, day out.
Not just the life-saving stuff.
I’m talking about the small, personal moments of triumph.
The thankless task, done well.
The awkward meeting, smoothly handled.
The emotions soothed.
The paperwork that got the funding.
The small personal moments of triumph in the daily work of change and project managers everywhere.
They never make the surveys and news headlines, so we are going to celebrate those small, personal moments of triumph on the 24 of March, at 11:00.
The HPCA storytelling community will be hosting an hour long webinar: devoted especially for you to be able to share the story of a time when you were really proud.
The only requirement is that you bring her anecdotes and experiences!
The world becomes a little bit better when we share our stories.
P.S. To those who attended our storytelling training over the last year: we want you to share the stories you shaped in our workshops and our master classes, of course!
Register here

WATCH BACK: HPCA "Change Under Pressure Programme" - Storytelling Webinar - How to Confidently tell your story: Finding Your Voice in Times of Pressure & Change
2025-12-01 12:00 - 13:00
In the midst of reorganisations, workforce pressures, and constant change, it’s easy to lose sight of your own story. This session with Dr. Brin Hodgskiss, a narrative psychologist specializing in public sector transformation, helps you step back, reflect, and confidently articulate who you are and what you bring: when it matters most.
When systems are stretched and change feels relentless, your story matters more than ever, find and tell your story with confidence; even when the pressure is on.
Drawing on insights from high-stakes psychological work and frontline leadership, this talk gives you practical tools to articulate your experience, advocate for yourself and your team, and lead with authenticity during uncertain times.
Why attend this talk?
Dr. Brin Hodgskiss understands the unique pressures facing public sector and healthcare workers. His background, from interviewing individuals in extreme circumstances to coaching NHS staff and public sector leaders, brings psychological depth, humanity, and real-world relevance to storytelling.
WATCH BACK HERE

FREE: HPCA Storytelling Community - Turning People Into Their Own Superhero's: How Stories & Community Engagement Could Save the NHS
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00
Join Jessie Cunnett for this interactive storytelling session
The NHS belongs to the people!
Come along to hear about how way we can create an NHS that works for us all by engaging deeply with people’s stories.
We can create a different kind of understanding. We can build relationships with people that acknowledge the lives they live, their hopes, fears and dreams. We can value what people can contribute. Step back from thinking those in traditional roles of power need to have all the answers. Create space with people, to connect with what matters to them, so they can be the superheroes of their own story.
REGISTER HERE

FREE: HPCA Storytelling Community Session - Sharing your Value Stories!
2025-07-15 11:30 - 12:30
You already know why you should tell your story, and how you might structure your story ready to tell.
But you’d not had the chance to practice telling your story.
This session will give you that opportunity in a safe, confidential, and friendly environment.
The topic for this sharing session is “bringing value”. You might already have a story prepared as part of previous training; or one you want to practice for use in your workplace. If not, pick a prompt to get you started!

Tell me about a time when you solved a problem at work. What happened?
Tell me about a time when you felt most inspired in the work you do. What happened?
Bring an artefact from work which reminds you of your values. Tell us about it

We’ll take turns sharing stories, one on one, and then have shared reflection. Come along and get inspiration.
Come and share your story – it has more power than you think!
Register Here
