A story is not a record of what happened. It’s a TRANSFORMATION

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Stories are not mere recounts of events but powerful tools of transformation. Through storytelling, one can vividly paint a picture of a previous state to enhance the impact of the current success. By immersing the audience in sensory details and emotions, a storyteller can effectively convey a message of personal growth and overcoming challenges. It is not about listing events but about creating a compelling narrative that showcases a journey from struggle to success.

Every year, 25 million people download Shaan’s podcast. Sure, he’s a brilliant entrepreneur, investor, and writer, but there’s one skill in particular that keeps Shaan’s audience coming back for more: storytelling.

And not the kind of storytelling that feels like an IQ contest. (I know you know what I mean.) Shaan tells stories that burst with aliveness, that make readers laugh out loud with joy or fall silent with understanding. And as a result, he’s built more than just a following; he’s built a fandom.

In this episode, Shaan reveals every framework he knows for telling stories so well they make your reader go, “Wait, how did they do that?”. And I mean, every framework. You won’t find this in the ole’ self-help aisle. Plus, he shows you exactly how to do it. We deconstruct everything from popular movies to business origin stories to viral Twitter threads.

Stories are the #1 way to grab readers’ attention, get them to like you, and ultimately, turn them into fans. And this episode is a masterclass on how to do it.

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