Are you a business owner struggling to connect with your ideal clients? Or maybe you want to nurture an ongoing relationship but you're not sure how? If that strikes a chord, then this podcast is for you.

Hello, I'm Katie Flamman from Storyteller Media. I'm an award-winning voiceover artist and I specialize in storytelling for business.

Whether your business is big or small, I believe that if you can harness the power of storytelling, you'll engage your audience, connect with your customers, and lasso leads. And the Storytelling for Business Podcast will help you.

As well as entertaining and inspiring stories this series gives you practical tips to use in your business. And at the end of the series, I'll pull everything together into a handy guide so you can harness your storytelling superpower.

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www.katieflamman.co.uk

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Storytelling for businesses is an essential part of your marketing strategy. It helps audiences connect with you and your brand and ultimately helps you make sales.

But how do you even begin to tell your story if you’re not sure what your story is?

In this episode Katie Flamman talks to Gareth Dimelow from Inside Stories. They discuss the importance of understanding your business story as well as the keys to creating compelling stories that connect. 

Key Takeaways

• Reeling off a list of events does not constitute a story; great stories require elements of drama, conflict, or resolution. 
• Authenticity is also crucial – aligning personal or business values with the stories being told creates resonance with the audience. 
• Audiences want to be involved and engaged; they don't just want information handed to them but rather desire opportunities to participate and make connections.

Guest Information

Find out more about Inside Stories agency here:

Insidestories.guru

Tel: 07516 823195

Want to work with Gareth? Get in touch with him or his business partner, Terry.

Gareth Dimelow: gareth@insidestories.guru

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-dimelow-b05296a/

Terry Bower - terry@insidestories.guru

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrybower-insidestories

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Resources mentioned in this episode

Andrew Stanton Ted Talk: “The clues to a great story”

Simon Sinek Ted Talk: “How great leaders inspire action”

There’s no denying stories are powerful. But what is it that gives them this power? Why do good stories have such an impact? And how can you harness this when it comes to telling your business story?

Gareth Dimelow from Inside Stories is back with Katie Flamman to delve deeper into storytelling for business and how a great story can affect your brain chemistry.  

Key Takeaways

• Our brains respond to stories through mirroring, dopamine release, and resonance.
• Meaningful stories are rooted in familiarity or address recognisable situations.
• Emotions play a crucial role in creating an emotional connection with the audience.
• Trust cannot be achieved through shortcuts; it requires authentic emotional connection.
• Finding your unique perspective as a business owner creates something special.

Guest Information

Find out more about Inside Stories agency here:

Insidestories.guru

Tel: 07516 823195

Want to work with Gareth? Get in touch with him or his business partner, Terry.

Gareth Dimelow: gareth@insidestories.guru

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-dimelow-b05296a/

Terry Bower - terry@insidestories.guru

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrybower-insidestories

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www.katieflamman.co.uk

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Resources mentioned in this episode

Andrew Stanton Ted Talk: “The clues to a great story”

Simon Sinek Ted Talk: “How great leaders inspire action”

Storytelling for business doesn’t have to be boring.

In fact it really shouldn’t be. But how do you get your message across on screen when you are telling your business stories? And how do youmake sure it’s engaging and not another naff corporate video?

Katie Flamman sits down with Jules Sander, an experienced professional in film production and storytelling.

Jules shares her journey from working behind the camera to becoming a client herself, gaining valuable insights into both sides of the creative process. 

Key Takeaways

• Clear Briefs Lead to Successful Content: Having a clear brief is essential in ensuring that the content produced aligns with goals and objectives, and makes impactful storytelling easier
• Authenticity and Unexpected Elements: To captivate audiences, it's important to show something unexpected in corporate films. Whether it's a behind-the-scenes glimpse or an intriguing hook at the beginning, authenticity and memorability are key in engaging viewers.
• You don’t have to tell your story in order: Start with your most interesting bit so that you can hook in your audience.

Guest Information

Want to work with Jules? Get in touch with her here:

juliesanderg@gmail.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julie-jules-sander-5751374/

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Impact.

You know it’s important, but how do you make impact when storytelling for business?

In this episode Katie Flamman chats with Chris Lomas from the Charity Hope4. 

He shares how being real and relatable on LinkedIn has helped them grow their community. He also emphasises his focus on forming relationships rather than constantly begging for support.

Key Takeaways

• The power of storytelling: By sharing authentic and relatable stories, businesses can create a genuine connection with their audience and rally support for their cause.
• Building relationships: Chris emphasises the importance of building relationships rather than constantly begging for support. 
• Connecting people with their own impact: Hope4's approach focuses on connecting individuals with the direct impact they can make through their support. This strategy not only builds trust but also empowers people to be part of the solution and see the tangible results of their contributions.

GUEST INFORMATION

Want to find out more about Hope4’s work to help people impacted by poverty, crime, trafficking and conflict - in Moldova and beyond?

Click for more info: hope4.org

Donate: donorbox.org/hope4donate

Get in touch here: help@hope4.org

Want to see Chris storytelling on LinkedIn? Follow him here: linkedin.com/in/chris-lomas

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Storytelling in business should go beyond just highlighting your successes; it's about being real, vulnerable, and authentic.

But can you do that without oversharing and scaring away your audience and potential clients?

Lizzy Parsons from Start Small Plan Big chats with Katie Flamman about how sharing her vulnerabilities helped her connect with the readers of her newsletter and social media posts. And how her vulnerability was actually a strength. 

Key Takeaways

• Choose brand colours that reflect your personality and resonate with your ideal clients. These colors can give clues about what clients can expect from working with you.
• Sharing stories about difficulties or challenging times can build stronger relationships with clients. Showing vulnerability is a demonstration of courage that clients will respect and remember.
• Embrace the power of storytelling in business beyond just highlighting successes. Being real, vulnerable, and authentic in sharing your story can create deeper connections with clients and foster understanding.

Guest Information

Want to find out more about Lizzy, the Business Organisation Queen?

Visit startsmallplanbig.co.uk

Do you need Lizzy’s help? Get in touch!

lizzy@startsmallplanbig.co.uk

Want to check out Lizzy’s content on LinkedIn? Follow her here:

linkedin.com/in/startsmallplanbig-thebusinessorganisationqueen

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Some of the most memorable stories are told out loud.

In fact the first stories to be shared were spoken. So storytelling for business and audio goes hand in hand. But why is spoken word so powerful and how can you maximise your impact when sharing your business story this way?

Joining Katie Flamman today is audio wizard Ally Lang. He runs the UK’s largest independent advertising agency for radio and has also worked at the BBC at a number of radio stations.

He shares his insights into making compelling audio to tell your business story.

Key Takeaways

• The Intimacy of audio - Radio and podcasts have a unique power to connect with listeners on a personal level. By delivering your message directly into their ears, you can create an intimate and engaging experience.
• Knowing Your Audience: Tailoring your storytelling to appeal to your target audience is crucial. Understanding who you're talking to and what platform you're using allows you to fine-tune your message and make it more impactful.
• Building Ongoing Relationships: Storytelling isn't just about one-time engagement; it's about fostering an ongoing relationship with your audience. Ally emphasises the importance of building narratives that hook listeners in, evoke emotions, and keep them invested in your brand.

Guest Information

Want to find out more or work with Maple Street Creative? Here’s the contact info:

maplestreetcreative.co.uk

production@maplestreetcreative.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0) 207 907 0690

Connect with Ally Lang here:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ally-lang-a2b967161/

Want to reach out to Ally? Get in touch!

allyl@maplestreetcreative.co.uk

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Storytelling for business is all well and good when it's going well and you're getting your message across in the way you expect it to be received.

But what happens when your story makes an impact for all the wrong reasons.? That’s what happened to Mark Turnbull from Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food, in the North East of England.

He tells Katie Flamman how he dealt with the backlash from his most expensive pork pie creation to turn it into a positive; Mark also shares his  journey from a high street shop to an out-of-town food hall and how storytelling played a pivotal role in his marketing strategy.

Key Takeaways

• Adaptation is essential for business success: Mark Turnbull's business experienced a significant boost during the COVID-19 pandemic by adapting to changing circumstances and capitalizing on domestic tourism.
• Storytelling is a powerful marketing tool: Mark highlights the importance of storytelling in marketing. Engaging narratives can capture attention, generate publicity, and create a memorable brand image.
• Responding to controversy with authenticity: When faced with criticism over selling Britain's most expensive pork pie during a cost-of-living crisis, Mark's team quickly responded by pledging to donate the proceeds to the local food bank. This authentic response turned a potential negative into a positive story that garnered widespread media coverage.
• Marketing is essential for business growth: Regardless of how great your product or service may be, effective marketing is crucial for business growth. Mark emphasizes the need to promote your business and ensure that potential customers are aware of what you offer.

Guest Information

Check out Mark Turnbull’s family business, Turnbull’s Northumbrian Food, here: turnbullsfood.co.uk

Follow Mark on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/markpturnbull/

Want to go from Shopkeeper to Retail Pro?

Join Mark’s Retail Success Club at Impact Retail Training:

impactretailtraining.com

mark@impactretailtraining.com

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