Account ManagementJunior to Mid-LevelUPCOMING

Storytelling and Making Complex Arguments Buyable

Learn how to structure ideas so that clients understand them, trust them, and are more likely to say yes.

February 17th, 2026
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EAT
Live Online | 60 mins
Paul Burns
Storytelling and Making Complex Arguments Buyable masterclass

About This Masterclass

Agencies regularly present complex ideas, strategy, creativity, data, and transformation. Too often, the argument gets lost, the audience disengages, and good ideas fail to land. This session focuses on clarity, structure, and persuasion. You'll learn how to turn complexity into compelling narratives that make ideas easier to follow, easier to believe, and easier to buy.

By attending this masterclass, you will get 5% off on PAAN Summit 2026 tickets & 10% off ACE awards.

What You'll Learn

A clear, simple methodology for constructing persuasive arguments
How to structure presentations for clarity and impact
How to adapt your presentation style to different audiences
How to use a Presentation Brief to organise team input
How storytelling strengthens logic and persuasion

Why Attend?

Reduce unnecessary discounting

Improve confidence in pricing discussions

Strengthen profitability

Align pricing with perceived value

Course Objectives

Master the art of structuring complex arguments clearly

Learn to adapt presentations to different audience types

Develop storytelling skills that strengthen logical arguments

Create more persuasive and buyable presentations

Who Should Attend?

Junior to mid-level agency staff
Account handlers, planners, analysts, creatives
Anyone who presents ideas internally or to clients

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Number of Seats

Individual registration

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Bonus Benefits:

5% off on PAAN Summit 2026 tickets
10% off ACE awards

Your Instructor

Paul Burns

Paul Burns

Former Training Director, Saatchi & Saatchi

Paul spent 25 years at Saatchi & Saatchi, where he became Training Director and Director of Knowledge Practices, sitting on the agency's management board. He has led accounts across major FMCG, financial, and media brands, including the launch of the UK National Lottery. Paul is widely recognised for his ability to develop people and teams, winning multiple industry awards for Learning and Development.

Expertise:
Presentation Structure & ClarityStorytelling & PersuasionTeam DevelopmentAgency Training

Session Details

February 17th, 2026
Date
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EAT
Time
Live Online | 60 mins
Format
Interactive Online Live
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