Stories With Traction

SHOW NOTES:SERIES: This podcast episode is part of a book-writing series with Amy Lynch on the Stories With Traction Podcast.1st Episode2nd EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode, Amy Lynch and Matt Zaun discuss systems and creativity in book writing. AMY LYNCH BIO: Amy is the founder and a writer at Fernling Creative, a premium writing agency that generates exceptional content in your voice because words sell everything.For more info, check out Amy HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Eric Curtis and Matt Zaun talk about Eric’s adoption story and how climbing a physical mountain led him to climb another kind of mountain.ERIC CURTIS: Eric is the CEO and Managing Partner at Curtis Strategy.For more info on Eric:LinkedInWebsiteMATT ZAUN: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Amy Lynch and Matt Zaun discuss systems and creativity in book writing.SERIES: This podcast episode is part of a book-writing series with Amy Lynch on the Stories With Traction Podcast.Episode #2 | Systems for Writing a BookEpisode # 3 | Why YOU Should Write a Book AMY LYNCH BIO: Amy is the founder and a writer at Fernling Creative, a premium writing agency that generates exceptional content in your voice because words sell everything.For more info, check out Amy HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: This is part of an FAQ series where Michelle Griffin and Matt Zaun discuss personal branding and strategic storytelling.MICHELLE GRIFFIN BIO: Michelle coaches on authority-focused personal branding to help professionals step out and be seen as leaders in their space.For more info on Michelle:LinkedInWebsiteMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Stephanie Crowe and Matt Zaun talk about growing your leadership skills.STEPHANIE CROWE BIO: Stephanie is the CEO of Learn.net. She is also a Best-Selling Author and Speaker.For more info on Stephanie:LinkedInWebsiteMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY: In this episode, Craig & Karen Andrews and Matt Zaun unpack elements of their gut-wrenching hospital story.SYNOPSIS: YOU ARE NOT ALONE.If you feel… loss… guilt… anger… hurt... Craig and Karen wrote this book, Hope That Won’t Die, for you. The book is about their journey through a miraculous survival of the Delta-variant of COVID. Craig spent 25 days on the ventilator and was the first one to leave the ICU alive. If their experience is any beacon of truth, then part of that truth is that many people are struggling with guilt for things beyond their control. And it’s for those people that they’ve written this book. This podcast episode is an extension of the book and will give you a glimpse into their story. For more info, check out Hope That Won’t Die HEREEPISODE MENTIONED DURING SHOW: Navigating the Generational ShiftMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.

SUMMARY: In this episode, Tressa McLaughlin and Matt Zaun discuss why Tressa is so excited to help her team and clients.TRESSA MCLAUGHLIN BIO: Tressa is the Co-Owner, President, and CEO of SOLV. For more info, check out Tressa HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SUMMARY: In this episode, Brenda Reynolds and Matt Zaun talk about the 5 Frogs transformational journey and how it can be used to reflect on transitions we’re going through in life.BRENDA REYNOLDS BIO: Brenda Reynolds is a trusted organization and leadership consultant, executive coach, best-selling author, and international speaker specializing in guiding individuals and client organizations through periods of uncertainty--to navigate change, develop leaders, and foster resilience.For more info on Brenda:Website5 Frogs Transformation JournalMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES:SUMMARY:  In this episode, Craig Andrews and Matt Zaun discuss Craig’s book, Make Sales Magical.CRAIG ANDREWS BIO: Craig is the Principle Ally and Founder of Allies4me, which is a marketing agency that helps companies find strangers and convert them into high-paying customers.  In addition, Craig is a speaker, writer, and will always be a Marine.For more info, check out Craig here:WebsiteLinkedInMATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry.Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact.For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE. 

SHOW NOTES: PODCAST SERIES: This is part of an FAQ series where Claire and Matt discuss strategic storytelling.PODCAST SUMMARY: This conversation was recorded in person in Spokane, Washington, with Claire Davis.  Claire and Matt discuss concepts on how you can be a great storyteller. CLAIRE DAVIS BIO: Claire is a branding consultant who helps people write stories.  The Stories With Traction podcast wouldn’t exist if it weren't for her.  Claire has been one of the most influential individuals when it comes to marketing, crafting messages, and getting stories to connect with an audience. For more info, check out Claire HERE.MATT ZAUN BIO: Matt is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt’s past engagements have catalyzed radical sales increases for over 300 organizations that range from financial institutions to the health and wellness industry. Matt shares his expertise in persuasion with executives, sales professionals, and entrepreneurs, who he coaches on the art of influence and how to leverage this for profits and impact. For more info, check out Matt Zaun HERE.