In this illuminating episode, Jim James interviews Steve Rawling, creator of the Storyteller Tactics card deck, on powerful storytelling techniques for entrepreneurs. Steve shares how he successfully raised over £100,000 on Kickstarter in just 147 minutes using strategic storytelling. Drawing from his 20-year BBC journalism career, Steve reveals practical frameworks that help entrepreneurs craft compelling narratives without relying on complex hero journeys.
Topics Covered:
- 00:48 - Steve's journey from BBC journalist to storytelling expert
- 05:13 - Making storytelling accessible with card-based tactics
- 15:42 - The "Movie Time" framework: action, emotion, and meaning
- 26:21 - Kickstarter success through serialized storytelling
- 36:13 - The importance of nurturing existing client relationships
Steve's innovative "Movie Time" approach demonstrates that effective business storytelling doesn't require elaborate narratives—just authentic moments that connect emotionally with your audience.
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