Can you share some good learning techniques for planning story?

One good technique is to create a storyboard. Sketch out the main scenes, characters, and plot points. It gives a visual overview of the story's flow. Another is to make a mind map, connecting different elements like characters' goals, conflicts, and settings. Also, reading a lot of stories in the same genre can help you understand common structures and tropes for better planning.

Sure. Developing a character arc is a good technique. Show how the character changes and grows throughout the story. This adds depth to the story. Also, thinking about the conflict early on. It could be internal (a character's struggle with their own fears) or external (a battle against a villain). Conflict drives the story forward.

One good technique is to start with a strong concept or idea. For example, a unique setting like a post - apocalyptic world or an interesting character trait such as a detective with amnesia. This gives a clear focus for the story. Another is to create an outline. Outline the main plot points, like the inciting incident, rising action, climax, and resolution. It helps to organize your thoughts and ensure a logical flow.

A couple decided to have a winter - themed wedding. They planned it in a small cabin in the mountains. The bride wore a long - sleeved lace dress and a fur stole. The wedding planner arranged for a horse - drawn sleigh to bring the guests to the cabin. The whole place was decorated with pinecones, white lights and silver ribbons. It was like a fairytale wedding.

There was also a city planning horror story. A new highway was being planned to relieve traffic congestion. However, during construction, they discovered ancient ruins that halted the project. This led to years of legal battles between the construction company, the city, and heritage protection groups. The traffic congestion only got worse during this time.

Sure. There was a man who left his entire estate to his cat. He had a detailed plan for the cat's care, including a trust fund for food, vet bills, and a luxurious cat condo. Another story is about a woman who left her antique spoon collection to be divided among her neighbors. But she had so many spoons and specific instructions that it led to some comical disputes over which spoon was the rarest.

Sure. One horror story is when the venue double - booked. We had everything ready for a corporate event, the decorations, the catering, and even the guests were arriving. But suddenly, we were told the place was already occupied. It was a nightmare trying to find a new place at the last minute and re - arrange everything.

Another example is General Electric (GE). GE has a long - standing succession planning process. They identify and develop talent from within. For instance, Jack Welch groomed Jeff Immelt as his successor. Immelt took on the role and led GE for many years, although the company faced different challenges over time. But the fact that there was a smooth transition initially shows the effectiveness of their succession plan. Succession planning at GE also involved cross - functional training and exposure to different aspects of the business for potential successors.

There was a single mom who was in debt. She decided to take a financial planning course. She learned about debt consolidation and started paying off her high - interest debts first. She also started a side hustle. In a few years, she not only cleared all her debts but also had a nice savings account for her child's education.

Well, here's a story. A startup was doing strategic planning and their big idea was to sell ice - cream in Antarctica during winter. They thought it would be a unique market. But they completely overlooked the fact that there were hardly any people there during that time, and the extreme cold made it very difficult to even set up a stall. Another story is about a company that planned to use carrier pigeons for communication in their new rural office as part of their 'unique' strategic plan. Needless to say, it didn't work out as expected.