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[Ep#413] How Sharing Your Story Can Lead to a Successful Business
What if the key to unlocking your business’s next big breakthrough wasn’t a new strategy or tool—but your own personal story? Let’s learn how sharing your journey can elevate your brand, build trust, and create opportunities you never imagined.
Our guest, Melanie Horsham, is an independent publisher and book marketing strategist who’s made it her mission to help people harness the impact of their stories. Melanie’s career is nothing short of fascinating—starting in Hollywood with celebrity PR, moving into journalism and radio news, and eventually designing and manufacturing breastfeeding clothing. Her journey wasn’t without its struggles, including the tough decision to close her business after a disappointing marketing experience. But those challenges fueled her passion for helping others share their stories through books.
In this conversation, you’ll learn why your story is one of the most valuable assets you have, how publishing a book can elevate your brand, and the surprising ways it builds trust and credibility. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or professional, Melanie’s insights will inspire you to embrace your narrative and turn it into a powerful tool for success.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your story matters or how to use it to grow your business, you’re about to find out. Let’s welcome Melanie Horsham and explore how your story can make a lasting impact!
Authenticity Over Polished Content: Consumers are increasingly skeptical of overproduced marketing. Trust is built on authenticity and genuine connections, as revealed by Edelman's research.
Conversations Trump Funnels: When it comes to high-ticket sales and services, personal conversations and relationships are far more effective than traditional funnels and automated systems.
Introverts as Networking Pros: Podcasts offer a powerful platform for introverts to network, allowing for meaningful one-on-one conversations without the overwhelm of traditional networking events.
RESOURCES:
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5 Pillars to Build Visibility, Generate Leads and Enrol Clients with Ease Quiz
Are You Ready to Launch Your Coaching Business Podcast? Take the Quiz
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Annemarie
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By Annemarie Cross: Brand, Business & Podcast Strategist [aka The Podcasting Queen] | Top 20 listed Business Coaches - Melbourne, AU
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What if the key to unlocking your business’s next big breakthrough wasn’t a new strategy or tool—but your own personal story? Let’s learn how sharing your journey can elevate your brand, build trust, and create opportunities you never imagined.
Our guest, Melanie Horsham, is an independent publisher and book marketing strategist who’s made it her mission to help people harness the impact of their stories. Melanie’s career is nothing short of fascinating—starting in Hollywood with celebrity PR, moving into journalism and radio news, and eventually designing and manufacturing breastfeeding clothing. Her journey wasn’t without its struggles, including the tough decision to close her business after a disappointing marketing experience. But those challenges fueled her passion for helping others share their stories through books.
In this conversation, you’ll learn why your story is one of the most valuable assets you have, how publishing a book can elevate your brand, and the surprising ways it builds trust and credibility. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or professional, Melanie’s insights will inspire you to embrace your narrative and turn it into a powerful tool for success.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your story matters or how to use it to grow your business, you’re about to find out. Let’s welcome Melanie Horsham and explore how your story can make a lasting impact!
Authenticity Over Polished Content: Consumers are increasingly skeptical of overproduced marketing. Trust is built on authenticity and genuine connections, as revealed by Edelman's research.
Conversations Trump Funnels: When it comes to high-ticket sales and services, personal conversations and relationships are far more effective than traditional funnels and automated systems.
Introverts as Networking Pros: Podcasts offer a powerful platform for introverts to network, allowing for meaningful one-on-one conversations without the overwhelm of traditional networking events.
RESOURCES:
Book in for an Authority Audit
5 Pillars to Build Visibility, Generate Leads and Enrol Clients with Ease Quiz
Are You Ready to Launch Your Coaching Business Podcast? Take the Quiz
www.IndustryThoughtLeaderAcademy.com/Roundtable
Enjoy This Podcast?
If you enjoyed today's episode of Ambitious Entrepreneur Podcast, then hit subscribe now!
Post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends, so they can find out more about how to generate returns from a Google Ads account.
For more updates and episodes, visit the Ambitious Entrepreneur Show website. You can also subscribe through Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Email, RSS, and more!
You can also follow us through Facebook.
Want to build a scalable business you are passionate about? Join The Influence Alliance – the Business Building Community for Change Makers.
Want to launch your own Thought Leader Podcast? Access my ‘Are You Ready to Launch Your Podcast’ Quiz here, and have a chat with me.
Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms:
Company website
Instagram
Facebook
Join our Community of Change Makers
Linkedin
To staying ambitious,
Annemarie
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices