Story Framework

STAR Method

Results-focused framework that demonstrates impact through concrete examples.

Beat Diagram

  1. 1Situationtext-1x-left / text
  2. 2Tasklist-2x-title-center / text
  3. 3Actiontimeline / text
  4. 4Resultstats-metrics / chart

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OPF Config

narratives:star-method
Open Presentation Format
{
  "$schema": "https://pptx.dev/schema/opf/v1",
  "version": "1.0",
  "meta": {
    "title": "PPTX.gallery — narratives/star-method",
    "narrative": {
      "id": "star-method"
    }
  },
  "design": {},
  "slides": [
    {
      "id": "gallery-preview-1",
      "layout": "title-slide",
      "elements": []
    }
  ]
}
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Pace

4-8 slides

5-15 minutes

4 baseline beat slides

Audience Fit

HR and talent audiencesPerformance review settingsAward and recognition contexts

Tone

Evidential - grounds claims in specific, verifiable outcomes.

Best For

Project reviews, portfolio presentations, achievement showcases

Example Deck Types

Case study slide, Customer success story, Project retrospective

Example

Describe the context, your specific responsibility, the steps you took, and the measurable outcomes achieved.

Beat-by-Beat Guide

1

Situation

Describe the context and background of the scenario.

Instruction: Describe the relevant context and constraints.

2

Task

Explain your specific role and responsibilities in this situation.

Instruction: Explain the responsibility or target outcome.

3

Action

Detail the specific steps you took to address the challenge.

Instruction: Detail the actions taken and choices made.

4

Result

Share the measurable outcomes and impact of your actions.

Instruction: Show measurable impact and proof.

Recommended Pairings