Today, we are exploring how to improve our videos through storytelling. Our guest is Michael Neelsen, the Co-founder and Director of Story First Media. Michael shares his insights on why starting with obstacles is crucial when developing a story, and we dive into the questions you should ask yourself when beginning a story idea.

Michael provides valuable tips on how to develop characters in your story and how to conclude a story that doesn't have an obvious solution. Lastly, Michael ends the conversation with words of encouragement for creatives, emphasizing that there is a huge market for storytellers, even in the midst of AI.

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TOPICS FROM THIS EPISODE:

• The science of storytelling and how the brain filters information based on story 
• Why we should start first with obstacles when developing a story 
• What questions should we ask ourself when beginning a story idea?
• How to develop characters in your story (even if it's your brand)
• How do you conclude a story that doesn’t have an obvious solution?
• When is it time to stop developing a story and share it with the world?

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