Jeff Friedman & Joelle Prochera

#218: You Never Know Where Your Story Will Take You

When was the last time you dreamt about turning your hobbies or interests into a career? But, how many of you shied away due to fear and uncertainty? In this episode, you will learn how one couples’ courage to follow a passion has not only brought them success, but more importantly shapes an imperative story that will impact future generations.

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Paul Smith

#217: 10 Stories Purpose-Driven Leaders Tell

The success of any organization depends on its leader’s ability to motivate and move the group towards achieving its goals. But in order for their motivation to be truly effective, leaders need a compelling approach. Learn how the best leaders utilize 10 specific stories to amplify their influence and success.

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Alycia de Mesa

#216: How to Amp Up Your Stories for Purpose-Driven Brand Marketing

Increasingly more organizations and individuals are doing work to positively impact their communities and the planet. And while getting support from others is often crucial to advancing the mission, it tends to be a very difficult feat. That is why applying story structures and techniques to your efforts are vital to gaining buy-in and ultimately advancing the cause.

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Kahlil Ashanti

#215: Why Your Audience’s Voice is Crucial in Your Storytelling

Businesses that see sustainable, long-term success are those that regularly communicate with their customers. But creating opportunities for candid feedback can be a challenge. To be vulnerable with your audience and invite true connection and honest communication, you must make it easy as possible for both you and your customers.

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Chapman Downes

#214: How HBO’s Real Sports Tells Stories on Purpose

There are a number of journalists that hope their work will spark a call for change in social injustices. But often the lack of story in their reporting results in disinterest from the public. That’s why crafting a powerful narrative structure is essential to get people to actually care and take action.

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Bill Rozier

#213: Why Brand Storytelling is an Endurance Sport

Building any successful brand requires strategy, energy and time. But the journey can appear daunting and shortcuts can fool us, often resulting in disastrous outcomes. Therefore, if you apply similar rules that you might keep in mind when finishing a marathon, you will have a much better chance at long-term success for your brand.

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Shaan Patel

#212: Learn How to Excel Through the Stories You Tell

Pursuing opportunities can be a powerful catalyst for change and growth. But when an opportunity presents itself that has the potential to transform your entire trajectory for the better, being overlooked can be devastating. You can avoid that by utilizing the enchantment of story to connect with any audience and never be disregarded when the occasions arise.

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Jessica Blank

#211: How to Use the Transformative Power of Story for Social Causes

As creatures that have a capacity for empathy and the ability to form beliefs, the majority of us want to encourage positive social change. But your efforts may be ineffective without a specific framework that has been used intuitively for centuries. Therefore, if you learn to use this framework, you can become an influential change maker for the causes you care most about and convince others to do the same.

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Mitchell Levy

#210: How to Disrupt the Publishing Industry With Your Book

Many professionals have thought about writing a book because they know it would amplify their credibility. But often, due to time restraints, lack of energy and competing priorities, they never reach publication, let alone begin the writing process. In order to efficiently get your story on paper and to your audience, it’s a good idea to have an expert in the field set expectations and guide you along the path to get your book completed and published.

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Jonathan Keyser

#209: How Selfless Service Will Grow Your Brand Story

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