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Most team-building workshops are forgotten by Monday morning. Robert Xavier-Fogarty’s Corporate Storytelling Workshop is different.

By adapting the world-famous Dear World method for the boardroom, we help employees trade surface-level "icebreakers" for deep, empathetic connections that drive performance.

Why a Storytelling
Workshop?

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Data shows that psychological safety is the #1 predictor of high-performing teams. When leaders and employees share their authentic stories, trust skyrockets.

Robert’s interactive sessions move your team from "passive listeners" to "active storytellers."

  • Build Resilience

    Teach your team how to frame challenges as part of their leadership journey.

  • Unify Remote Teams

    Bridge the emotional distance for hybrid workforces.

  • Develop Leaders

    Public speaking and storytelling are the ultimate soft skills for 2025.

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Workshop Formats

Tailored to your team
01

The "Dear World" Experience

Half-Day

A high-energy, interactive session where every participant writes and shares a unique story. Perfect for conferences, sales kick-offs, and company retreats.

Ideal for:

Large groups (50–500+)

02

Executive Leadership Intensive

Full Day

A deep dive into narrative leadership. Executives will leave with a polished "Signature Story" they can use to inspire their teams and communicate vision.

Ideal for:

C-Suite and Senior Management

03

Virtual Storytelling Training

Flexible

We bring the same energy to Zoom/Teams. Using breakout rooms and guided prompts, we create genuine connection across time zones.

Ideal for:

Remote & Hybrid Teams

Global Facilitation

Based in New Orleans,
Facilitating Globally

While Robert is a recognized New Orleans speaker, this workshop travels. From intimate offsites in the French Quarter to massive conventions in Las Vegas and New York, we bring the soul and resilience of New Orleans to your meeting room.

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"I’ve been doing leadership summits and leadership events my entire career, and I can honestly say this was the best experience I’ve ever had."
Alex Chriss, CEO, PayPal
PayPal
"Dear World gave us the opportunity to share intimate moments with the people we love and with the people we were trying to build a tremendous amount of trust with. There is no greater trust than telling someone something deeply personal about yourself. When the whole team does that, you don’t just have a chance to become closer — you do. It had nothing to do with basketball, and yet it had everything to do with basketball. It created a more trusting environment where you could teach better defense, better offense, and build a stronger system of communication, because people weren’t holding anything back."
Mike Krzyzewski, Duke University
Duke
"Because of Dear World, we are better able to tell our story and spark curiosity about who we are, where we came from, and where we are going. Every Airman has a story — and this work made a huge difference in mine."
Lt. Gen. VeraLinn “Dash” Jamieson, Ret., United States Air Force
United States Air Force
"I’ve never seen an exercise break down barriers faster than this one. If you want a group to connect and bond quickly, I would highly recommend Dear World."
Malaika Myers, CHRO, Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt
"If you are building an organization that values belonging, engagement, and mental health, you need the right tools. Dear World is the strongest tool I’ve seen for helping people understand themselves and connect authentically with others."
Daniel Raedel, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist
"Dear World opens the door to honest communication and gives students the courage to take risks and share their stories."
Stephanie Barksdale, Tulane University
Tulane
"Dear World strengthened relationships and the trust on my team because they provide a process that is authentic, safe and memorable for us to truly tell our stories and to listen to our colleagues"
Thomas Fuchs, VP, Market Analysis and Strategy Genentech
Genentech
"Dear World makes friends of stranger. What they have to say. What we get to see. Captured in a photograph. Their process is remarkable because colleagues truly begin understand the stories within their team."
Patty McCord, Former Chief Talent Officer, Netflix
Netflix

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about bringing the workshop to your team.

How much does a corporate storytelling workshop cost?

Fees vary based on group size, travel, and customization. We offer transparent pricing packages for non-profits and Fortune 500s. Contact us for a quote today.

Is this suitable for introverts?

Yes. The "Dear World" method is designed to be inclusive. We do not force public speaking; we facilitate a safe environment where sharing feels natural.

Can you combine this with a Keynote?

Absolutely. Most clients hire Robert for a Leadership Keynote (45 mins) followed by an interactive breakout workshop for a smaller group of leaders.

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unite your team?

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