The Write Life

JUNE 5, 2023

You might have heard how important storytelling is when it comes to content and writing in general. No matter what type of writing you are doing, learning how to use storytelling to your advantage can help your work stand out and draw in readers. Table of Contents What Is Storytelling? Why Is Storytelling Important?

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Enchanting Marketing

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

I share not for sympathy or applause; I write to share a lesson. The second step is to start braiding. One strand is my cycling story; the other strand is a writing lesson. I start with my cycling experience: It was my longest bike ride since the car crash … It was two days ago, on Thursday. We had set off full of enthusiasm. Just keep going.

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The Creative Penn

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The Creative Penn Podcast just hit 10 million downloads as reported by my audio host, Blubrry! Here are some fun stats, and then I share 7 lessons learned that are also applicable for authors and other creatives. Here are some fun stats, and then I share 7 lessons learned that are also applicable for authors and other creatives.

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Neil Patel

JUNE 1, 2021

What there is, however, is plenty of opportunity for success if you can be creative, authentic, and target your proper audience. In an environment full of opportunities for businesses, the entrepreneurs who take the lead are those who know how to use the online medium to make creative and appealing content. Storytelling Videos.

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Nick Ursborne

JANUARY 15, 2024

She wants to employ both AI and EI to optimize her creative output. Step 4: Personalization and Storytelling Emma uses her EI to weave a relatable story into the ad copy. This storytelling approach adds a human element that AI alone couldn’t have created, making the campaign more engaging and relatable. It was created by GPT-4.

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Nick Ursborne

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

No language model will be able to replace the power of storytelling, personal experiences, and writing that stirs our hearts and minds. High Level Creativity: AI tools can be creative at a low level. But I don’t think they can make huge creative leaps, and don’t think they ever will be. But we can.

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Enchanting Marketing

MAY 20, 2024

So, what if you could write sales copy like a storyteller? But the story is really about handing you the creative power to transform yourself into a Hollywood director. If you want creative control, you can always hop in the director’s chair and rack focus manually, either when you shoot or in the edit. Best-in-class.

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Content Marketing Institute

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Kate Santore took the stage at Content Marketing World to share Coca-Cola’s storytelling ethos – and in the process inspired marketers to ask, “What if?”. Santore: We begin every brief with a storytelling thought-starter question “what if?” CocaCola begins every creative brief w/ a #storytelling thought-starter question: What if?

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Grammarly

OCTOBER 30, 2024

AI tools, like Grammarly, are helping enterprises optimize every stage of the content marketing process, from brainstorming ideas that will resonate with audiences to refining content for various audiences and channels, resulting in improved creativity, efficiency, and measurable results.

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Ashleyn Writes

AUGUST 12, 2022

How to write on-brand microcopy I believe in the power of copywriting because it has a knack for storytelling and relating to your audience. Microcopy is the tiny snippets of words that punch way over their weight class when it comes to your brand’s overall messaging. And I guarantee you’ve used it before. Clarify that all.

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Animalz

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

” I went down a Google rabbit hole, hoping to find out more about storytelling in content marketing. So I decided to settle for a lesser quest: finding out when to use storytelling in content marketing. So You Think You’re a Storyteller? ” – Stefan Sagmeister in You are not a storyteller.

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Elna Cain

OCTOBER 13, 2022

When it comes to being a freelance writer, you’ve probably come across many freelance writing terms being thrown around to describe different aspects of the job. One common term that you should definitely know about is a byline. But what is a byline? And it can also be used to incentivize readers and clients to check out your site.

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Smart Blogger

JUNE 7, 2023

Ah, the magic of creative writing! If you’ve ever felt the thrill of turning an idea into a story or a thought into a poem, then you understand the allure of creative writing. What is Creative Writing? (& What it Isn’t ) At its heart, creative writing is all about storytelling and expression.

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 5, 2024

And as a book coach, part of my job is helping people get through these rough spots in their creative work. In fact, these are usually points where the wise storyteller inside us is trying to tell us something. Because your wise inner storyteller is trying to tell you that you don’t know enough about your story to write it.

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Grammarly

APRIL 10, 2024

Even in its infancy, generative artificial intelligence, or gen AI, is having a revolutionary impact on brand storytelling. Work smarter with Grammarly The AI writing partner for anyone with work to do Get Grammarly What is brand storytelling with AI? What is brand storytelling?

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Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Speaker, comic, and founder of Keeping It Human , Kathy responded to the question of how to create a culture that truly promotes creative ideas with answers that echoed the sentiments in the Apple ad. The best way to think about creativity is to ask: “How can we flip our customers’ expectations upside down to delight and surprise them?”

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Credible Content

MAY 25, 2023

As a persuasive copywriter, you should be able to choose the right words, structure sentences effectively, and weave storytelling into the copy. Good copywriting is not just about creativity and persuasion; it also requires a solid foundation of language and grammar skills. Innovative approaches to messaging and storytelling.

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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Specifically, what is creative intuition for writers? Instead it was the thing that got me in trouble, even with my creative writing. Instead it was the thing that got me in trouble, even with my creative writing. But that does not lend itself it trustworthiness. But then is that not just akin to justification?

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Therefore, SEO blogging has a storytelling quality while at the same time landing on the “radar” of bots, spiders, crawlers, etc. I’m a WordPress professional and specialize in creative content. Blogging done right is time-consuming. Learn more here and here. Blogging is not a stream-of-consciousness endeavor.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 24, 2024

Storytelling remains an enduring and fundamental human talent. Ghostwriters are storytellers, and this is their moment. The Gathering of the Ghosts may be the first time dozens of storytellers-for-hire reveled in their creativity, diversity, and expertise, but it won’t be the last.

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Grammarly

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Fiction is a literary genre that encompasses imaginative storytelling. In fiction, authors use their creativity to write stories that are often for the purpose of entertainment, exploring themes, or artistic expression. Creative nonfiction can also be called literary nonfiction or narrative nonfiction. What is fiction?

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 28, 2023

With his excellent storytelling skills he coaches his listeners with the foundations to write well which is crucial to supporting a good story and a good reader experience. Tune in weekly to listen to two friends, Parul and Matt, as they dive into the creative minds of writers. We hope these suggestions get you started!

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Jane Friedman

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

One such class addresses a storytelling weakness that shows up a lot in my writing and editing practice: high-tension scenes that rush to their finish with the speed of a bullet train. Going too fast is one of the biggest mistakes storytellers make, Dicks says. Grind them to a halt when possible.” No grain of sand before its time.

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 25, 2024

Newspaper databases like NewsBank and Newspapers.com can provide factual details to improve your storytelling for both nonfiction and historical fiction. Libraries also help non-profits, artists, writers, and other creatives with applying for grants and fellowships.

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Content Marketing Institute

JULY 26, 2018

In his closing keynote talk at the 2018 Intelligent Content Conference, and in our subsequent interview, animator Andrew encouraged marketing professionals to do what the teams at Pixar do: Build a culture of creativity. HANDPICKED RELATED CONTENT: The Secret to Hitting the Creative Sweet Spot. You have to break that up. I loved it.

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Smart Blogger

JULY 12, 2023

Ever found yourself on social media, a pair of shoes catches your eye, and bam! You’ve purchased them without even leaving the app? It’s a whole new world of buying and selling, reshaping how businesses connect with customers. But what is it about social commerce that’s causing such a stir? How can it send your sales sky-high?

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Ditch the index cards and unleash your storytelling with Plottr – the #1 rated book outlining and story management software for writers. I was raising a child so hedged my bets by double majoring in developmental psychology and creative writing. It also features first-page critiques. Want to be considered? Expires Dec. Probably not.

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iWriter

AUGUST 18, 2024

Do they prioritize SEO, audience engagement, or brand storytelling? A diverse range indicates flexibility and creativity. Content remains king (or queen, whichever you prefer), and it’s crucial to have the right words that resonate with your audience and drive engagement. Question 1: What Is Your Budget?

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Smart Blogger

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Fiction captures our imagination with its diverse storytelling methods. Fiction captures our imagination with its diverse storytelling methods. It’s a realm where creativity knows no bounds, offering a variety of genres , key elements, and enriching benefits. Romance : Central to these stories are love and relationships.

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CoSchedule

JANUARY 27, 2023

Source On YouTube, they created a humorous intro video — using compelling storytelling elements to share Allbirds’ value proposition (its eco-friendliness). Source On YouTube, they created a humorous intro video — using compelling storytelling elements to share Allbirds’ value proposition (its eco-friendliness). Their launch campaign?

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Content Marketing Institute

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Look at some hallmarks of the technique (when executed properly): They take an immersive, sensory-driven approach to storytelling: Branded content typically leverages multimedia formats like audio and video , which can enable deeper topical conversations and more emotionally resonant experiences than text and/or static images alone.

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Grammarly

APRIL 19, 2023

They have a looser structure, more creative language, and just one requirement: to tell a story. You can be creative in a narrative essay because you’re writing a story rather than presenting and dissecting others’ statements or work. Step 3: Write your narrative essay Next, it’s time to write !

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Content Marketing Institute

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

We hear from content creators all the time about the struggle to be creative day in and day out. But creativity is critical when it comes to standing out among the screaming noise that distracts your audience daily. And there are tactics you can use to inject more creativity into your content marketing efforts. We understand.

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Buffer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The secret to engaging social media posts has been in front of you this whole time.    And it's not about having a ton of followers or decoding a complex algorithm. Instead, it all boils down to your opening words. If you’re anything like me and need to know the trend, it’s silk scarfs paired with baseball caps.

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Freelance Writing Jobs

JANUARY 23, 2024

You can also leverage your solid writing skills and get creative with your introduction. Tell an engaging story Storytelling makes your PR writing more impactful in capturing attention and achieving your desired results. Statistics show that 72% of PR pros believe storytelling will be their most essential skill in the future.

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Buffer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Engaging storytelling : High-performing short-form videos often have a compelling narrative, even if they're only a few seconds long—an engaging hook to capture attention with a middle and end that keeps them watching. After all, an idea is only one part of a published piece of content.

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Jane Friedman

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Achieving such a status symbol signifies not only creative success but also the potential for financial gain and widespread recognition. Whether it’s the coveted “bestseller” label for authors, or a blue checkmark next to your name, these symbols often come with the promise of prestige and validation. Number one. Bestseller. Incredible!

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