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March 18, 2025 44 mins

In today's crowded online space, your story is your most powerful marketing tool. But how do you craft a brand video that emotionally connects with your audience and helps you stand out?


In this episodeI sit down with Mariana Henninger, founder of Brandmagnetic, to explore the power of emotional marketing and storytelling in business. With a background in documentary filmmaking for major outlets like Time Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and NBC, Mariana shares how entrepreneurs can leverage their personal stories to build trust, establish authority, and attract the right clients.



In this episode:

  • Why storytelling is essential in business and how it drives emotional connections
  • The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make when sharing their brand story
  • How to create a brand video that establishes trust and increases conversions
  • The psychology behind emotional marketing and how it influences buying decisions
  • Tactical steps to identify and craft your story in a way that resonates with your audience


Action Steps for the week:

  1. Talk to your audience. 
  2. Start testing your stories.
  3. Use visuals to enhance emotion


Connect with Marianna:

Instagram: instagram.com/brandmagnetic

📹 Download the Free Cheat Sheet: brandmagnetic.com/cheatsheet

🎬 Mini Course: AI-Powered Storytelling for Brand Videos: brandmagnetic.com/ai



Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst:

Steal my Podcast Launch Checklist for free: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠checklist⁠

Website: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/

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Music: John Kiernan. www.johnkiernanmusic.com

Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/


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