The One Thing Missing From Your Brand: Discover the Magic of Storytelling with Hilary Salzman

This episode is brought to you by Riverside, an amazing platform that makes recording high-quality podcasts and videos super easy. Give Riverside a try—it's free! And if you love it as much as I do, use the code Liz Mosley to get 15% off when you subscribe. Welcome to another episode of Building Your Brand! Today, I welcome Hilary Salzman, a brand storytelling expert and coach. Hilary shares her insights on the importance of storytelling in building a successful brand and provides practical tips on how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with your audience. Key Takeaways Storytelling is essential for building an emotional connection with your audience. Authenticity and vulnerability are key to crafting compelling stories. Stories should be structured with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Practice is crucial for improving your storytelling skills. Episode Highlights 00:01:20: I introduce the importance of storytelling in business. 00:05:08: Hilary defines brand storytelling and its significance. 00:10:15: Hilary discusses the common mistakes people make when telling their brand story. 00:18:10: Hilary explains the key elements of a good story. 00:28:52: Hilary provides practical tips on how to tell a compelling brand story. 00:40:30: Hilary offers advice on finding inspiration for stories. 00:46:56: Hilary talks about overcoming the fear of being visible and vulnerable. About the Guest Hilary Salzman is a brand storytelling expert who helps entrepreneurs and business owners clarify and communicate their brand messages through compelling narratives. Website: https://www.hilarysalzman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilarysalzmanstories/ Substack Buy Hilary’s book The Roar of Her Story End Credits I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please do let me know on Instagram where I'm @lizmmosley or @buildingyourbrandpodcast and I hope you enjoy the episode! This episode was written and recorded by me and produced by Lucy Lucraft. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!