What if you had the power to shape not just your brand's narrative, but also your personal relationships using nothing but the power of storytelling? Imagine having a clear and powerful methodology that helps you break down your brand's narrative, or your own life story, into five distinct steps - the origin, empathy, purpose, product, and vision stories. Buckle up as we navigate these waters with Amanda Baker, a seasoned story strategist, creative entrepreneur, and the brilliant mind behind the 5 Stories Methodology.

In this insightful discussion, we delve deeper into Amanda's unique method that has revolutionised how we view brand narratives. She shares fascinating insights on how to define and understand your target audience, the power of authenticity in business and purpose statements, and the need for honesty even when it leads to tough client conversations. More excitingly, Amanda also shows us how this methodology is not only limited to businesses but opens a world of possibilities for personal relationships as well as artistic endeavours.

(0:00:00) - Introduction to 5 Stories Methodology

(0:07:10) - The Importance of Telling Your Story

(0:12:25) - Discovering Origin, Empathy, and Purpose

(0:23:09) - Understanding Target Audience and Business Purpose

(0:31:44) - Authenticity and Purpose in Business

(0:40:51) - Applying Methodology to Relationships and Art

(0:53:19) - Embracing Vulnerability in Sharing Our Stories

(1:03:04) - Pregnancy and Fear for TED Talk

(1:14:36) - Entrepreneurship Challenges and Maternity Leave

(1:31:03) - The Importance of Having Supportive People

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Amanda Baker

5 Stories

Amanda’s TED Talk

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References:

Book - Honey, Baby, Mine

Series - Gossip Girl

Brand - Hertility

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Are you curious about the intersection of art and business, and how to maintain your creative spark in a corporate role? Our guest, Diana Costantini, the Head of Creative at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), offers compelling insights into merging creativity with corporate responsibilities.

Despite leaving school at 15 and growing up in a small town with limited creative outlets, Diana shares her journey into the creative field, her passion for media, branding and campaign work, and how she carved out space for her own artistry in a corporate world.

Throughout the episode, we unpack the delicate dance of balancing personal creativity and the demands of a commercial environment. Diana shares how she used the lockdown as an opportunity to expand her art forms, from collage work to ceramics and painting. She also talks about the importance of getting feedback from the market and balancing her creative pursuits with other responsibilities.

Plus, you'll hear about the value she places on setting aside time for personal creativity, both for herself and her team at ABC. Finally, we delve into the success of ABC's creative campaigns, such as the award-winning ABC 90th campaign which Diana led. She opens up about the challenges of transitioning to digital audience navigation and producing work within budget constraints. You won't want to miss her insights on how she handled the shift to digital, defended bold concepts, and found creative fulfilment within her work. Listen in, get inspired, and discover how you too can foster creativity within your own work and beyond.  Diana’s artworks can be seen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/loveartaus/

(0:00:00) - Creativity in Corporate Role

(0:14:58) - Balancing Art and Business

(0:22:01) - Balancing Work and Creative Passion

(0:29:14) - Encouraging Creativity and Finding Fulfilment

(0:38:50) - Australian Broadcasting Corporation's Creative Campaigns

(0:46:34) - Transition to a Digital Audience Navigation

(0:59:48) - Creative Campaign

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Diana Costantini

ABC Made

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Instagram

References:

ABC - Yours for 90 years

ABC - iview Puppets

Book - How to Be an Artist by Jerry Saltz 

Series - The Andy Warhol Diaries 

Campaign - FitChix

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Ever wonder how creativity thrives in the data-driven world of Direct to Consumer (D2C) e-commerce? Well, we sat down with Ben, founder and creative director of Eleven, a trailblazing e-commerce agency, to address just that. Ben illuminates the workings of D2C and the remarkable role creativity plays in fuelling results. He points out techniques to bolster conversions and lead generation and guides us through the nuances of Shopify — an essential platform for online selling and drop shipping.

Unsurprisingly, data is a prominent thread throughout this conversation. Ben brings to light how the e-commerce industry is becoming more data-dependent, and how to navigate this shift without stifling creativity.

As we near the tail end of our conversation, Ben offers his thoughts on the future of creativity and tech. He paints an optimistic picture of artificial intelligence, stating that AI can't quite reach the creative recesses of our minds. He also highlights the importance of customer retention strategies and the potency of email marketing in today's digital landscape. So, whether you're a creative enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or a digital marketing professional, this episode holds a treasure trove of insights. Tune in and explore the captivating blend of creativity and e-commerce with us!

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Ben Burgess

Eleven

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Instagram

References:

Silo

Stand Out or Die

Agencynomics

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