🎙️Storytelling for Real Life with Doug Thompson🔥🚀

In this episode I discuss how I like to end a story. You have brought your audience through quite a ride in the "struggle" part of your story, and you don't want to lose them know. How do you stick the landing like an Olympic gymnast? Listen in and find out.

Does this sound like you?

You feel stuck trying to figure out how to get started with content marketing, or how to improve your existing efforts. If so, then this conversation with Alison Ver Halen is dedicated to solving that for you.

In this episode,

You will learn why content marketing is the key to success for any business.
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"The universe had other plans for me."


Alison is a content marketer, SEO strategist, speaker and author whose mission is to demystify the world of online marketing. After getting the perfect degree for content marketing (by majoring in English and Psychology), Alison started writing blog posts for a law firm, which she used to launch her business, AV Writing Services. Since then, Alison has grown her business by helping more businesses get in front of their ideal clients through content marketing. Alison's new book, Content Marketing Made Easy, is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats now. Her work has also been featured in a variety of publications, including The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and Forbes.


This is Alison Ver Halen's story...


I always wanted to be a writer, but was told that it wasn't a practical career. So I pursued a career in publishing instead. After the job market crashed in 2009, I found myself between jobs and my roommate's dad, an attorney, offered to give me some work. I started writing blog posts for him and then for his associate and some friends of mine. I eventually got another day job, but kept writing on the side. I quit the day job about seven and a half years ago and have been writing full time ever since. I work with businesses that need to demonstrate their expertise through content marketing. I help them to tell their story in a way that their target audience will understand and see the value in what they're offering. Telling stories comes naturally to me and.

In this episode, you will learn the following:
1.Why writers don't make any money
2.What story are you telling?
3.How to tell your story

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Stan is an amazing example of not letting life get you down. He has had 5 brain surgery's yet still able to publish 2 books and writing a 3rd. Stan Crane is the semi-robotic author and father of two. He started writing as a hobby but got hooked on the feeling of creating new worlds, new people. Stan is currently finishing his "Perfect World" series, with more ideas already in line to be written next. Books available at http://www.amazon.com/author/authorstancrane

In this episode I talk with someone I have been connected with for several years and we have found ourselves in at least 3 different classes together. totally by accident so we are kindred spirits. Helene in her own words:I’m Helene Rennervik I call myself the Mistress Of Buried Treasures. Why you may ask because I know that I have the ability to help people to find their uniqueness and buried treasures.Born and raised in Sweden until 16 years old and since I’ve lived, studied, and worked in several countries of these I spent 28 years in the Middle East, mainly the UAE. I have now relocated to Stockholm.I love to empower Passionate Leaders to design A LIFE where they can Reclaim Their Aspirations in order to create a life and living they desire.I am Advisor to CEOs, Executives & Philanthropists who values sustainability.After +30 years of experience in Senior Leadership & development with a verifiable track record of achievement within international sales, marketing, training, and coaching.I have become a Powerful and skilled Entrepreneur where I use my positivity, creativity, and strategic change agent with a fervent passion for attaining the unachievable by means of innovation and collaboration.I use my Creativity and Innovation to Inspire and lead the implementation of workshops and events for Top key account customers to develop business, enhance performance and business operation.I’ve gained great intercultural awareness through working with diversified nationalities in different countries and industries.I’m an Effective communicator across all levels of the organisation up to the Board level. Today I also serve on the Board of the Childhood Cancer Foundation in Sweden. I’m a strong networker with a following of +39,000 people on LinkedInSince 2019 I have been part of WAKE ME UP an organisation that works with WHO's definition of mental health. The vision is to strengthen Sweden’s youth to create a bright future, with people who have the power to take on the challenge we face.I’m also the author of Hoping and Coping: How My Darling Little Son and I Broke Free of Cancer. A moving story of how I and my nine-year-old son battled osteosarcoma – cancer of the bone – and came out the other side closer and more resilient.Facing this extremely difficult time in my life has strengthened my ability to remain resilient and tenacious under pressure whilst displaying fortitude in the face of adversity.https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenerennervikhttps://helenerennervik.com/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B6BQ3YD/

After generating various companies over $250M revenue in sales & amassing over a decade of political expertise during his corporate career, Gavin was made redundant overnight. Today, Gavin's mission is all about empowering entrepreneurs to safely transition into their own business, without risking their current job or income. Gavin is the author of 'Break Free From Corporate - Be Your Own Boss'. He speaks at regular events and runs a successful mentoring program called the 'Corporate Escape Accelerator' helping everyday people build and implement their roadmap to freedom. Gavin enjoys exploring the great outdoors, spending quality time with family and friends and staying fit through a healthy lifestyle through tennis, and staying connected with his regular practice of Karate.https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-sequeira-break-free-from-corporate/http://www.breakfreefromcorporate.com/https://twitter.com/gavinsequeira1

This is the 3rd step in telling great stories.We have met the hero and learned how to frame the story in a language or environment that the listener is familiar with.Now we need to build tension as the hero struggles to overcome challenges.Now let's build some tension.

Roman Mironov is a relationship coach trained by Robbins Madanes, the official training center of Tony Robbins. He helps clients create those beautiful moments in a relationship that you wish you could relive over and over.He teaches you how to be grateful for your partner, respect them, and communicate effectively. is a coach trained by a Tony Robbins' program and he helps people maximize their potential by stopping porn addiction.Go to https://romanmironov.com and book a no-fee breakthrough session or check out his courses. Mention that you're a listener of my show and Roman will give you a 30% discount if you buy from him.

Timothy Douglas, a chess-playing real estate investor, joins Doug to talk about what it was like quitting football after struggling with depression in high school. Timothy also shares how he started his podcast, "Living The Dream", as a way to connect with people and help them achieve their goals. https://www.spreaker.com/user/12442327/episode-63-timothy-douglas "The pain of staying where you are is greater than the pain of change." Timothy Douglas is the host of the Living in a Dream Podcast, where he talks to people about their dreams and goals. He is also a real estate investor and a chess enthusiast. Timothy is passionate about helping others achieve their dreams and goals, and he is committed to pushing past limiting beliefs.This is Timothy Douglas's story... I was struggling with depression in high school, but I didn't know it was depression because it wasn't talked about in my family or culture. I got a psychology degree and realized that I wanted to help people achieve their dreams and goals. I started my podcast, Living in a Dream, to do just that.In this Episode we talk about the turning point that led Timmothy to pursue his dreams instead of living for other people. The challenges he faced when trying to achieve financial freedom and his experience with depression and suicidal thoughts. Resources:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-the-dream/id1588158230https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZBfsI3UVgmlsIwcaXgiMnBio:Timmy Douglas is a real estate entrepreneur and host of the living the dream podcast. He started the creative dealmakers mastermind to help young entrepreneurs and college students make deals that facilitate their dream life and get the support and resources they need. He's been in that spot and created the thing he needed. An affordable, value-driven, action-focused mastermind group and community. He loves helping people achieve their dreams and goals by connecting them to the key person that will help them take that next step in life and by selling people on themselves. Give him a shout if you're a beginner entrepreneur or college student looking for help, he has just the thing for you! Follow me on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedougthompson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Doug-Thompson-Podcast-110928150634768YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz2qwXN-yIHHUiX4Y-e5mwQTwitter: https://twitter.com/thedougthompsonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedougthompson/ Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating.

"I'm a finance professional and Toastmasters President who helps women become more confident and credible through public speaking."A woman who overcame cultural barriers and self-doubt to find success in finance shares her story and tips for other women who want to enter the field.This is Urmi’s story…I'm a finance professional, and I've always been good with numbers and math. I never thought about working in finance, though, until I moved to Canada and started taking some classes. I realized that I loved finance and I was really good at it. I decided to make it my major and I haven't looked back since.I'm always looking for ways to grow and improve, so a few years ago I joined a Toastmasters club. Toastmasters has been a great way for me to overcome my fear of public speaking and become more confident. I'm now the President of my club and I'm working towards giving a Ted Talk.I believe that public speaking is important for all women, as it makes us more confident and credible. I want to be a role model for other young women, showing them that it is possible to pursue a nontraditional career path and be successful.Urmi is a Canadian finance professional who is passionate about self-growth and helping others. She volunteers with nonprofit organizations dedicated to women's empowerment and gender equality and is a member of Toastmasters International. Her mantra is - some women fear the fire; some become it   Resources:https://www.myways.ca/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZoiI0SGU0Xo9_lNjtLWtgghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/urmi-hossain/ Follow me on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedougthompson/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Doug-Thompson-Podcast-110928150634768YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz2qwXN-yIHHUiX4Y-e5mwQTwitter: https://twitter.com/thedougthompsonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedougthompson/Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-doug-thompson-podcast/id1515031369?uo=4

Jennifer A. Garrett is an internationally recognized branding expert, host of the Move the Ball podcast, author of the book Move the Ball, and creator of the Move the Ball movement who currently works with executives and professional athletes on creating powerful brands and using those brands to "move the ball" in business and attract the opportunities they want. Prior to being an entrepreneur, Jen spent many years in Fortune 50 companies such as General Electric and The Boeing Company, working in executive-level roles and in the areas of engineering, strategic planning, sales, marketing, and legal. Jen has seven college degrees and also uses her education and corporate experience to work with global brands on strategic planning, M&A activity, and revenue growth. Her degrees are as follows: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, Master of Business Administration (MBA), Juris Doctor (JD), M.A. in Communication & Leadership, Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Business Transactions, and an LL.M. in Taxation. Jen is also currently serving as a lawyer (Judge Advocate) in the Army National Guard. Jen serves on the Board of Counselors for the University of Southern California (USC) Master of Business for Veterans (MBV) program. Lastly, Jen is a mother of five children.https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/https://www.jenniferagarrett.com/podcasthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/movetheball/https://twitter.com/getintheendzone