Welcome to the very first edition of our email newsletter. You're receiving this because you opted in.
If at any point you decide this isn't for you, you'll always find an unsubscribe button at the bottom my emails. No hard feelings. That said, I hope you'll stick around.
Here's what to expect if you stick around: I'll send you a newsletter at least once a month, and never more than twice.
I want this to be a sustainable rhythm for both of us.
I want something that delivers consistent value without overwhelming you or me. My goal is that every issue will be worth your time and attention.
I know your inbox is valuable real estate. Here's why you should let me occupy a little corner of it.
The Content You Can Expect
This newsletter is about one thing: helping you take control of your true story while making the most of it The STORYSMART® Way.
That means you'll get practical tools and actionable insights you can use right away.
You'll get my unique perspective on the storytelling industry and how to navigate it ethically and effectively.
I encourage you to provide me feedback.
Tell what you want to see more of and point out where you disagree. Challenge my thinking.
The Format You Can Expect
The opening will not be as long as this has been. It will be concise. I will strive to be breviloquent.
After the introduction, you will find four sections:
Section 1: Feature Article - a big idea or deep dive (this first one is about this email and our unique Tilt.)
Section 2: Media Lens - my quick take on a timely headline, filtered through a STORYSMART® perspective.
Section 3: What You Missed - links to my LinkedIn Storytelling for ALL™ articles archived on our website.
Section 4: Toolkit - practical tools and resources to help you apply the STORYSMART® Framework to make the most of your true story.
1. Our Feature Article: What is the STORYSMART® Way?
At its heart, STORYSMART® is about democratizing access to professional storytelling.
For too long, storytelling has been controlled by gatekeepers. Too often, creators and the people whose lives are at the center of stories are cut out of the value they help create. The STORYSMART® Way is different:
The NCAA just approved new guidance on NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals — and while the headlines mostly talk about money, what’s really at stake here is storytelling.
This helpful one-pager takes you through our framework for having your story developed professionally in six critical steps. Click the link below to download yours now.