Your Storytelling Strategy Needs Creative Writing and Journalism Talent

One of the best-kept secrets in business? Stories are incredibly cheap to produce, yet they can yield massive results.Whether you're a startup, a solopreneur, or part of a larger marketing team that’s budget-conscious, a compelling narrative can set you apart without emptying your wallet.

So, what’s the key to elevating your storytelling strategy while keeping costs down? Hire an intern. But not just any intern—look for candidates majoring in journalism or creative writing.

Here’s where many businesses go wrong: when seeking low-cost help, they often recruit marketing or business students. This is a big mistake! While these students might know how to analyze KPIs and utilize platforms, they lack the foundational skills necessary for storytelling.

Journalism students bring valuable interviewing skills and know how to uncover the essence of a story. Creative writing majors understand the art of character development and emotional depth—elements that make narratives resonate with audiences.

If you want to supercharge your storytelling, consider tapping into the talent at your local university. Bringing these skills onto your team can transform your marketing efforts and help you craft narratives that captivate and engage.

In the world of business storytelling, the right talent can make all the difference. Don’t overlook the power of creative minds; they can take your story—and your bottom line—to new heights.

Kindra Hall

Wall Street Journal bestselling author and Award-Winning Storyteller Kindra Hall, MA, told her first story in the spring of 1992.

Since that time, Hall has become the go-to expert for storytelling in business and beyond. She is the best-selling author of Stories that Stick, which debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List, and companies like Forbes and Gartner say it “may be the most valuable business book you read.” Kindra’s newest book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life is one of the Next Big Idea Club’s top 10 happiness books.

Kindra is a sought-after keynote speaker trusted by global brands to deliver messages that inspire teams and individuals to better communicate the value of their company, their products and their individuality through strategic storytelling. She lives in Manhattan with her husband, young son and daughter.

More from Kindra:

https://www.success.com/author/kindra-hall

https://www.inc.com/author/kindra-hall

https://www.entrepreneur.com/author/kindra-hall

https://www.kindrahall.com/about
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