The Strategic Storyteller

Stories capture imagination and can entertain but they’re most powerful when they also serve a strategic purpose.

In this episode, Doug, and Mike Nachshen dive into the profound impact of narrative alignment with business goals.

The discussion emphasizes the necessity of strategic intent behind stories, citing examples by Marriott Hotels, a Fortune 50 company, and Ronald Reagan at the Berlin Wall.

Listen For:
03:44 Strategy Over Story
07:19 The Physical Power of Messaging
10:01 Audience Desires vs. Business Goals
18:53 The Historic Call to Action

Guest: Mike Nachshen, Fortis Strategic Communications LLC
Website | LinkedIn
Read Mike’s article in PR Daily about Why Strategy Beats Storytelling Every Time

Reagan Library Berlin Wall Speech

Rate this podcast with just one click 

Leave us a voice message we can share on the podcast  https://www.speakpipe.com/StoriesandStrategies

Stories and Strategies Website

Do you want to podcast? Book a meeting with Doug Downs to talk about it.

Apply to be a guest on the podcast

Connect with us

LinkedIn | X | Instagram | You Tube | Facebook | Threads

Request a transcript of this episode

Support the show