Stories Sell. They Always Have. Use Them to Sell Your Idea. Keynote by Tuija Seipell/The Cool Hunter

Discover the power of storytelling in selling your idea, connecting with people, and driving emotional engagement. Learn how to be authentic, transparent, and emotional in your storytelling approach.

Key takeaways
  • Stories sell, and they always have. They are a powerful way to connect with people and make them care about your idea.
  • People are emotional beings, and they make decisions based on emotions, not facts.
  • Authenticity is key. Be yourself, and don’t try to fake it. People can spot a fake from a mile away.
  • Transparency is important. People want to know what you’re about and what you’re trying to achieve.
  • Emotions drive everything. People need to feel something when they’re considering your idea.
  • Hope is a powerful emotion. People want to believe that things will get better, and that they can make a difference.
  • Love is another powerful emotion. People want to feel loved and valued, and they’re more likely to support your idea if they feel that way.
  • Safety and security are also important emotions. People want to feel safe and secure, and they’re more likely to support your idea if it provides that sense of security.
  • Change is behavior. It’s not just about words, it’s about taking action.
  • People are looking for emotional connection. They want to feel like they’re part of something bigger than themselves.
  • The best storytellers are those who can make their audience feel something. They’re able to tap into people’s emotions and create a sense of connection.
  • The power of storytelling is that it allows people to connect with each other on a deeper level. It’s a way to build empathy and understanding.
  • The key to successful storytelling is to be authentic, transparent, and emotional. People can spot a fake from a mile away, so be yourself and don’t try to fake it.
  • The best stories are those that are personal and relatable. People want to hear stories that they can connect with on a personal level.
  • The most important thing is to be real and authentic. People can spot a fake from a mile away, so be yourself and don’t try to fake it.
  • The power of storytelling is that it allows people to connect with each other on a deeper level. It’s a way to build empathy and understanding.
  • The key to successful storytelling is to be authentic, transparent, and emotional. People can spot a fake from a mile away, so be yourself and don’t try to fake it.
  • The best stories are those that are personal and relatable. People want to hear stories that they can connect with on a personal level.
  • The most important thing is to be real and authentic. People can spot a fake from a mile away, so be yourself and don’t try to fake it.