This article is by Samir Selmanovic, the newest member of Get Storied team! Please welcome him with a comment below. Why I Joined Get Storied I’ve spent my life studying “the other.” Always living in the places in-between. Growing up in the Balkans with a Muslim father and Christian mother in an atheist society, I was born into the world [...]
Part 3 of the groundbreaking series on The Storytelling Matrix: a subtle field of energy at the heart of all business matters. You may also enjoy the first post in the series, Problem and Paradox, or the second, The Power of Personal Disclosure. Obstacles suck. They are what you try to avoid or work around. Obstacles are where the flow [...]
Dude, my grandpa Arkie is the most incredible storyteller in the world. He was a canned soup salesman for probably 50 years. And he still has an uncanny ability to turn any topic into something interesting. Seriously, ANY topic. Red Georgia clay. Golf club etiquette. SAT scores. In his hands, it becomes funny, intriguing, and memorable. This man is a [...]
Reboot Workshop is a day-long, unconference built in a hybrid format for freelancers, startups, and business owners (and those aspiring to be) to answer the burning questions you have about what it takes to get started, be successful, and thrive in your business.
Some people want to tell their story because they have a message they’re passionate about sharing and spreading. Others want to tell a story that makes them stand out and makes them memorable so they can land better job and business opportunities. Whatever your reason is, by now you understand the importance of identifying your story and telling it right. [...]
Alright, so by now you’ve watched the awesome Chris Rene video, and learned about the importance of storytelling to land better job and business opportunities. Now, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty stuff and talk about the key ingredients of a good bio that will help you get others to believe in you and what you’re offering. Watch my video [...]
Note: The following post is based on my article “The Resume Is Dead, The Bio Is King.” Recently, I shared with you a video of Chris Rene the guy who went from hauling trash and addiction to stardom, thanks to his storytelling skills and musical talent. If you’ve ever watched talent shows like American Idol and The X Factor, you’ll [...]
Chris Rene tells his superhero story with passion and the killer combo of truth and love. He’s interesting, interested, and makes himself stand out because he knows how to tell his story. Chris has zero fancy credentials I’m aware of. He hauls trash for a living. And yet, he’s inspired us with his heroic story, one he probably wasn’t even aware he had to this extent. And this can be true for your story, too.
Many of you hope to become a recognized thought-leader in your industry, field, or niche. With good reason. If you’re a consultant, coach, author, speaker, or blogger – becoming a thought leader is the ticket to freedom. Thought-leaders are paid higher, get better gigs, and have more opportunities to choose from. That’s a fact.
Ever since my article on the99percent.com went viral, I’ve been inundated with questions and inquiries from people wanting more help with their story. While I’d love to answer every question, given all of my commitments it’s just not possible. One option is The New About Me. An affordable DIY system for anyone who wants to revamp their bio into a [...]
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