Overview

Everybody has a story. They just don't know it yet. Ever think that silly story you tell to break the ice could actually be a breakthrough for your career? Welcome to Open This Book: The Art of Storytelling for Aspiring Thought Leaders, where we're ditching the textbook definitions and embracing storytelling as the heart of authentic leadership. This isn't your average ""how-to"" guide. Imagine it as a heart-to-heart with a friend who's seen their fair share of life's plot twists and learned how careful word choice and a smooth delivery can turn chaos into clarity and mishaps into powerful messages. Because the secret to being a thought leader-a content creator, podcaster, speaker, author-is knowing how to transform those ""just another day"" experiences into an arsenal for connecting in a world that's scrolling past the same old content. Open This Book is your backstage pass to understanding why storytelling isn't just for the Shakespeares and Spielbergs of the world. Designed as part book, part journal (but no part textbook), this book is for anyone who's ever had a ""you can't make this up"" moment (and let's be honest, who hasn't?). From crafting your narrative to delivering it in a way that feels like a mic drop, we'll explore the ins and outs of telling stories that connect, challenge, and change the game of leadership. So, if you're ready to turn your misadventures into your mission statement, you've come to the right place. Because if there's one thing I've learned, it's that the best stories are hiding in plain sight-they just need a little nudge (or a full-on shove) into the spotlight. This isn't just about finding your voice; it's about discovering that your voice, quirks and all, is exactly what the world's been waiting to hear. What are you waiting for? Open this book.

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""I dare you to read Open This Book and not come out with a story to use on the other side of it. Lohse does such a terrific job keeping things light, approachable, and even personal in Open This Book. She's got plenty of her own stories to tell-her infamous penis tattoo story, her maid of honor speech-and it makes the practice-what-you-preach aspect of the book work two-fold. Her point is made crystal clear because she is keeping our attention with her own personal storytelling. I'm glad to listen to this very real person chat about what she knows-not only because I can tell there's merit, but also because she's good at telling it. Looking for an excuse to get ahead as a thought leader? Take the advice of this title and Open This Book."" Independent Book Review ""Got a story to share but don't know how to tell it? Or maybe you like telling stories but don't know how to put them to use in your career or personal life. Either way, ""Open This Book: The Art of Storytelling for Aspiring Thought Leaders"" by Sara Lohse is the book for you. Maybe you tell stories to pass the time at work. Guess what? You're connecting with people. How? Let the author explain it all in her friendly and conversational way. She's done the research, checked out the statistics and run the data. Now she's here to share with you everything you need to know about storytelling - and how you can put it to use for you."" Reader Views ""Excellent!! Open This Book acts a thoughtfully constructed guide to understanding yourself and mapping your story. Absolute must-read for anyone who wants to use their personal wins, lessons, and growth to support or help others. Lohse is sincere and relatable, providing space to consider how even the quirkiest experiences contribute to the overall picture. Lots of great prompts and well placed notes space to brainstorm."" Kat, Amazon Review ""Sara's ability to not only tell her own story but ability to inspire the reader to share their stories is incredible. The book has places for the reader to write down their own thoughts as they read through the engaging and transforming process of finding your own voice. As a podcast coach myself, I have already recommended this book to many of my own clients to help them recognize they too, have a story that will inspire people. Sara brings her sense of humor and authenticity through each page of this book/journal. Super fun and easy ready but don't be fooled- there is hard work to be done in the process! Be seen, be heard, be known!"" Kristin, Amazon Review ""Truth time: sometimes I don't take my own advice. I can preach over and over the power of compelling storytelling in marketing- but if I ask myself the question of how good I am at doing it for my own business.. well I'd give myself a solid C. I just finished ""Open this Book: The Art of Storytelling for Aspiring Thought Leaders"" by Sara Lohse, AFC(R) and am feeling so very inspired to change for the better. Part frame-work, part journal, part her-very-own-story, this is a must read if you find yourself feeling like you have nothing compelling to say, or just not knowing how to say it."" Sunny, Amazon Review

"""I dare you to read Open This Book and not come out with a story to use on the other side of it. Prompts, explanations, empty journal pages, examples, and helpful tidbits on choosing and telling stories-this book prioritizes brainstorming and fosters direct action. The questions Lohse poses are pointed enough that you'll not only have something to talk about the next time you're booked on a podcast but you'll be able to talk about it well and with personality. Audiences connect with story; they always have. Now, in a time of trusting and believing in who you are buying from, this book is as relevant as ever. Lohse does such a terrific job keeping things light, approachable, and even personal in Open This Book. She's got plenty of her own stories to tell-her infamous penis tattoo story, her maid of honor speech-and it makes the practice-what-you-preach aspect of the book work two-fold. Her point is made crystal clear because she is keeping our attention with her own personal storytelling. I'm glad to listen to this very real person chat about what she knows-not only because I can tell there's merit, but also because she's good at telling it. Looking for an excuse to get ahead as a thought leader? Take the advice of this title and Open This Book."" Independent Book Review"

Author Information

Sara Lohse is an award-winning author, podcast producer, and brand architect with a knack for turning narratives into connections. Through Favorite Daughter Media and Branded, she helps businesses and entrepreneurs develop their brand stories and connect with their audiences using strategic media and podcasts.

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