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Narrative Evolution:
​ Agency and Accountability

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Empowering Teams to Evolve Their Stories
​ and Lead with Purpose

In dynamic and complex environments, the stories your team carries shape its culture, collaboration, and impact. Narrative Evolution is an immersive group coaching program that integrates narrative coaching principles with accountability frameworks to support teams evolving their shared and individual stories, claiming agency, and driving meaningful action toward collective goals.

​Purpose

The purpose of Narrative Evolution: Agency and Accountability is to empower teams and groups to uncover, evolve, and own their collective and individual stories. By integrating narrative coaching with accountability practices, the program fosters deeper self-awareness, intentional collaboration, and purposeful action that drives meaningful and lasting transformation.

Promise​

​We promise to provide a supportive, engaging, and results-oriented coaching experience that equips your team with the tools and insights to rewrite limiting narratives, strengthen agency, and build a culture of accountability. This program will inspire your team to lead with clarity, resilience, and authentic presence—navigating change and challenges with confidence and sustained momentum.

Own Your Story. Shape Your Future

Who This Program Is For

This program is designed for teams, leadership groups, and organisations committed to deepening self-awareness, fostering intentional collaboration, and sustaining transformation through the power of narrative and accountability.

Where Stories Begin and Change Takes Shape

Program Structure: 8 Interactive Sessions

​Session 1: Foundations of Narrative Agency
Introducing narrative coaching fundamentals. Explore current team stories, identify dominant themes, and establish group agreements to build a culture of accountability.
​Session 2: Discovering Agency Within Stories
Uncover core values and beliefs embedded in team narratives. Map where power and choice lie and practice reauthoring limiting patterns.
​Session 3: Uncovering Patterns and Challenges
Identify recurring story blocks and external influences. Engage in peer coaching to expand perspectives and open pathways for change.
​Session 4: Crafting Empowered Narratives
Co-create future-focused, values-aligned narratives that inspire and guide the team’s evolution and objectives.
​Session 5: Aligning Goals with Story
Translate empowering narratives into clear, coherent goals. Establish rituals and routines that reinforce agency and accountability within the team.
​Session 6: Navigating Resistance and Obstacles
Explore internal and external challenges. Develop strategies and role-play scenarios to maintain motivation and collective responsibility.
​Session 7: Strengthening Support Networks
Deepen accountability partnerships and resource sharing. Solidify trust and commitment through narrative sharing and reflection.
​Session 8: Integration and Forward Momentum
Reflect on progress, celebrate growth, and co-create an actionable roadmap for ongoing narrative evolution and sustained accountability.
"Maureen is an experienced professional who models mutual respect and resilience. I have always been confident of her ability to work collaboratively with even the most difficult client. I have been very happy with the work she has undertaken, which has included working with a number of challenging personalities within the agency. These services were all provided to a high standard. She has a depth of understanding of workplace dynamics and combines qualities of practical application and theory with a professional and engaging communication style."​

Director of HR, Commonwealth Government Agency

How It Works

​Duration:  Eight weekly 90-minute sessions 
​Format: Small group coaching for interactive learning and peer support 

Methodology and Tools

  • Facilitated group storytelling and narrative inquiry
  • Reflective journaling and visual story mapping
  • Peer accountability partnerships and check-ins
  • Creative expression and scenario coaching
  • Collaborative action planning and feedback loops

Outcomes and Benefits

  • Heightened awareness of how narratives influence team dynamics and agency​
  • Clearly defined and aligned goals rooted in authentic collective stories
  • Strengthened accountability culture supporting ongoing growth
  • Increased resilience and adaptability in the face of change
  • Sustainable collaboration practices to foster lasting transformation

Ready to guide your team through a powerful narrative transformation

Contact us to bring Narrative Evolution: Agency and Accountability to your group and unlock the collective potential of your stories.
Book a Discovery Call!
 Or Email Maureen - ​​[email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

​What is the Narrative Evolution: Agency and Accountability program?
Narrative Evolution is an 8-session group coaching program that integrates narrative coaching principles with accountability frameworks. It helps teams explore and evolve their shared and individual stories, build agency, and take purposeful action to achieve aligned goals and sustainable growth.
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Who is this program designed for?
​This program is ideal for teams, leadership groups, and organisations seeking to deepen self-awareness, improve collaboration, and foster transformation through storytelling and structured accountability.
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​How are the sessions structured?
​The program consists of eight interactive sessions, each building progressively from exploring current narratives to crafting empowered stories, setting aligned goals, overcoming obstacles, and creating action plans for ongoing growth.
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What outcomes can teams expect?
​Teams will gain heightened awareness of how narratives shape behaviours, develop clear, aligned goals, strengthen accountability culture, and build resilience to navigate change with confidence and cohesion.
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How is accountability integrated into the program?
​Accountability is embedded through group agreements, peer support, regular check-ins, goal-setting exercises, and practical action planning designed to reinforce agency and sustained momentum.
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Is this program suitable for remote or hybrid teams?
​Yes, the sessions can be delivered virtually to engage remote and hybrid teams effectively, using interactive tools and facilitated discussions to ensure strong participation and connection.

What kind of support is provided between sessions?
Participants are encouraged to engage in reflective journaling, narrative mapping, and accountability check-ins with peers between sessions to deepen learning and sustain progress.
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Can this program be customised for specific industries or team needs?​
​Absolutely. The content and exercises can be tailored to address the unique challenges, values, and goals of your team or organisation.
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How long is each session and how often is it recommended to hold each session?
Each session in the Narrative Evolution: Agency and Accountability program is designed to be 90 minutes long. This duration allows for meaningful exploration of narrative themes, interactive group exercises, peer coaching, and accountability planning without causing fatigue.

For optimal engagement and sustained progress, it is recommended that sessions be held weekly or bi-weekly. This pacing provides sufficient time for reflection, application of learning between sessions, and preparation for active participation, while maintaining momentum and continuity throughout the 8-session program.
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Sessions can be conducted in person or virtually, depending on the team’s preferences and logistical needs. For virtual delivery, using interactive platforms with breakout rooms encourages dynamic group interactions and peer connection. In-person sessions benefit from a comfortable, distraction-free environment conducive to open dialogue and creative expression.
How do we get started?
Simply contact us to discuss your team’s needs, and we will guide you through the process of scheduling and preparing for the Narrative Evolution program

Charting the Unknown Together

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​Maureen Owen - Helping Leaders Harness the Winds of Change to Thrive and Transform
Transformational coaching that cultivates creative resilience, conscious presence, and narrative clarity. 

​With over 25 years in learning and organizational development,
I support leaders in steering confidently through uncertainty toward lasting impact
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