Framework Drills help you internalize proven communication structures used by the world's best speakers and presenters. Each framework provides a clear roadmap for organizing your thoughts.
Quick Frameworks (2-3 minutes)
Perfect for everyday communication, meetings, and interviews. These frameworks help you structure responses quickly and clearly.
- PREP: Point → Reason → Example → Point. Great for making arguments and answering questions.
- STAR: Situation → Task → Action → Result. Ideal for behavioral interview questions.
- PAR: Problem → Action → Result. Concise format for describing accomplishments.
- BLUF: Bottom Line Up Front. Executive communication style—lead with the conclusion.
- PMI: Plus → Minus → Interesting. Balanced evaluation of ideas and decisions.
- PEEL: Point → Evidence → Explanation → Link. Academic and analytical discussions.
Storytelling Frameworks (5+ minutes)
Advanced frameworks for keynotes, pitches, and memorable presentations. These include live visualizers to guide you through each section.
- Nancy Duarte's Sparkline: Oscillate between 'What Is' (current reality) and 'What Could Be' (inspiring vision), building to a 'New Bliss' state. Live wave visualizer shows your progress.
- Karen Eber's Brain Science: Hook → Context → Tension → Resolution → Reflection. Leverages neurochemistry (dopamine, cortisol, oxytocin) with animated orb visualizer.
- Monroe's Motivated Sequence: Attention → Need → Satisfaction → Visualization → Action. Classic persuasion framework with momentum arrow visualizer.
How to Use Framework Drills
Select Framework Drill
From the Practice page, choose 'Framework Drill' mode.
Choose Your Framework
Pick a quick framework for short practice or a storytelling framework for longer sessions.
Select a Topic
Choose from workplace, technology, lifestyle, business, or storytelling topics. Shuffle for variety.
Review the Structure
See the framework sections and suggested timing before you start.
Practice with Live Guidance
During recording, the visualizer shows your current section and prompts to keep you on track.
Tip
Storytelling frameworks automatically pause rotation on hover so you can read each section's guidance. The progress bar shows time remaining in each section.
Tips for Success
- Start with PREP—it's the most versatile and easiest to learn
- Practice each framework 5-10 times before moving to the next
- Use storytelling frameworks for important presentations or pitches
- Pay attention to the suggested timing for each section
- Don't worry about perfection—the goal is building muscle memory
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