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Nico's Storytelling ShowSimplifying Video Marketing - How Brands Can Stand Out with Didier Le MiereWith so much noise in the market, how can brands truly stand out? In this episode, I sit down with Didier Le Miere to uncover the power of simplicity in marketing and why businesses should focus on clarity over complexity.If you're a business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur looking to refine your strategy and make a lasting impact, this conversation will give you some guidance. Tune in now!Let's connect:Didier Le Miere's contacts:https://www.fixonmedia.com.auhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/didier-lemiere/My...
2025-03-1851 min
THE Podcaster NationTHE Podcaster Nation #37 - "Nico's Storytelling Show" with Nikolay Dobrev!!!"Nico's Storytelling Show" is the place for hero stories, people who have overcome adversity, and a place for inspiration. Nikolay Dobrev, brings his heart, passion and marketing skills to use on his new project, focusing on the art of storytelling. Consisting largely of interview content, Nikolay is pushing hard to grow his podcast and succeed in the entrepreneurial marketplace. Listen now!Listen to his podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0IcK6MufMF37u9jt6OC2vK?si=ALqdGh4XQBqDzGbAtXT6TAMessage us at:Find us on IG at @THE_Podcaster_Nationhtt...
2025-03-1434 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowScaling & Delegation | Chapter 18 - Alan Lazaros on Smart Business GrowthIf you thought that scaling a business is ONLY about growth - you thought wrong.It is harsher.It’s about survival. @AlanLazaros shares the hard lessons of @NextLevelUniversity 's business expansion, the dangers of scaling too fast, and why humility and resourcefulness are key to long-term success.🚀 What You’ll Learn:🖊 Why overextending can break your business; and how to avoid it🖊 The #1 mistake CEOs make with delegation (and how to fix it)🖊 The power of resourcefulness over just acquiring more resources🖊 How a near-fatal car accident changed Alan’s mindset on leadership and growth🖊 The Inverse 10 Law: Why overnigh...
2025-03-0449 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowHow Stories Shape Personal Growth | Thomas Wilson, Nico's Storytelling Show | Chapter XVIIStorytelling isn't just about entertainment. It’s the resilient weapon of sharing legendary ideas and community-building. In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Wilson, founder of R&H Creative Advocacy and Storytelling, to uncover how stories shape brands, connect communities, and empower individuals.🔹 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ Why storytelling is the most effective marketing tool✔️ How to use The Hero’s Journey in branding✔️ The importance of authenticity in your brand story✔️ How representation & inclusivity impact storytelling✔️ The real-life benefits of storytelling in communication, problem-solving, and leadership📌 Related Resources & Links:👉 Learn more about Thomas Wilson & R&H Creative Advoca...
2025-02-2442 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowDiscovering Differentiation: Barry LaBov on Building Unique Brands and Lasting ImpactMy wife and I were walking around Sofia when it hit me. I saw a bar with HUGE Macallan labels. I was starstruck because a few hours later that day, I was talking to one of the people behind their marketing - Barry LaBov.
What makes a brand truly stand out? Barry LaBov, founder of LaBov & Beyond talked with me to teach me and YOU (the listener) how to find and OWN differentiation in a crowded marketplace. How to actually STAND OUT!
His journey from a storage worker to a bandleader, to a branding expert...
2025-02-0647 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowThe Legacy of Your Stories | Chapter XV, Aaron RyanHow do you turn a series of struggles into a wellspring of creativity? Aaron Ryan's journey from a businessman to a full-time storyteller offers lessons in resilience, inspiration, and the art of weaving life’s chaos into compelling narratives.
Main Topics Discussed:
1. Balancing Business and Creativity: How Aaron integrates his business mindset with his passion for storytelling.
2. Challenges in the Creative Industry: Facing AI disruption, community toxicity, and personal setbacks like cyberstalking.
3. The Evolution of a Storyteller: From voiceovers to a six-book series rooted in the hero’s journey.
4. Faith and Hope...
2025-01-2250 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowFrom Google to Solopreneurship: Tiago Faria’s Anti-Marketing Storytelling Secrets | Chapter XIVTiago Faria, a seasoned marketing strategist who spent over eight years at Google in Dublin. talks about everything - from his childhood passion for storytelling to his groundbreaking “anti-marketing” approach that simplifies strategies while maximizing emotional impact.
🔑 Key Highlights:
Early Creative Pursuits: Tiago’s love for storytelling began with creating stop-motion videos, which sparked his lifelong passion for evoking emotions through creativity.
Breaking into Marketing: Learn how a master’s degree in Strategic Consumer Marketing and the guidance of a professor led him to explore digital marketing.
Time at Google: Tiago recounts how determination and creative CV strategi...
2025-01-0631 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowFrom a Sports Upbringing in Greece to a Global Leader and Author | Chapter XIII - Evan Tzivanakis
In this inspiring episode, Evan Tzivanakis shares his journey from a sports-focused upbringing in Greece to becoming a global leader and author of Leading in VUCA Times.
We talk about how adaptability, resilience, and a growth mindset have been key to his success in managing international teams, coaching leaders, and navigating an ever-changing world.
Here’s what you’ll discover:
✅ How sports shaped Evan’s approach to resilience, teamwork, and leadership.
✅ The secrets to effective sales strategies, including reverse psychology and asking the right questions.
✅ Insights into navigating a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) business world.
✅ Why adaptability and a passion...
2024-12-1838 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowBridging Creativity and Tech | Marketing Tips | Chapter XII - Pete Sena | Nico's Storytelling ShowWhat’s the secret to crafting powerful marketing campaigns? Storytelling. In this chat with Pete, a designer and developer who launched an agency from his dorm room and went on to work with giants like Lego, Google, Microsoft, and Epic Games.
Pete shares how storytelling plays a pivotal role in marketing and design, acting as the bridge between creativity and technology. We explore:
✅ How the hero’s journey framework applies to both marketing and personal growth.
✅ Why observing customer behavior is more impactful than just listening to their words.
✅ The philosophy of "failing fast" to spark innovation and drive progress.
...
2024-12-1742 minNico's Storytelling ShowHow to Get to Clear Communication | Chapter XI - Dr. Michael Gerharz
Hey storytellers! This year on International Podcast Day, I had an awesome conversation with Dr. Michael Gerharz. For the past 16 years, he's been a powerhouse in communication, working with C-suite teams to help them connect better, tell their stories, and make real impact. Michael’s journey from computer science to communication coaching is inspiring, and he has insights you won’t want to miss!
Here’s what we got into:
➡️ How to bridge deep technical expertise with communication that lands
➡️ Transforming complex ideas into messages that stick with any audience
➡️ Using storytelling and metaphors to create memorable, clear presentations
➡️ Michael’s journey of c...
2024-11-2142 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowWhen Success Feels Like Losing | Chapter X - Kevin Palmieri’s Journey, Nico's Storytelling ShowKevin Palmieri dives deep into the challenges, sacrifices, and mindset shifts that have shaped his journey from working odd jobs to building a top-rated podcast and multi-six-figure business. Kevin shares candid insights from his path and the advice from his mentor that kept him going when things felt impossible.Main topics:1. Starting the Day with Focus2. The Journey Begins: Early Life & Career Shifts3. Learning the Hard Way: Money ≠ Fulfillment4. Realizing the Power of Self-Awareness5. Fitness as a Tool for Mental & Physical Gr...
2024-11-0731 min
Nico's Storytelling Show83 Books and Canceled: Joshua Lysak on Storytelling, Success, and ControversyJoshua Lysak has ghostwritten 83 books. Yes, 83. But that’s not all. His takes on storytelling got him canceled by the media. In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to be “too good to be real,” the crazy world of ghostwriting, and how Joshua's bold opinions shook things up.
Here’s what we covered:
→ How ghostwriting 83 books shaped his career→ What really happened when the media canceled him→ His no-holds-barred take on storytelling today→ Why “too good to be real” is more than just a saying
This is one conversation you...
2024-10-2144 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowThe Power of Nostalgia in Streetwear: How Terrence Built D17 into a Brand with PurposeTerrence has worked with some of the biggest names, from ASICS Olympic campaigns to Kiko Kostadinov. Now, he’s leading his own brand, D17, by blending storytelling with streetwear and a focus on community. In this episode, we talk about:→ How childhood heroes like Spider-Man influence fashion and design→ The power of nostalgia and why it works in marketing→ Overcoming challenges and setbacks while building a brand→ Why connecting with your audience is the most important step for lasting success...
2024-10-1058 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowBecome a Retail Leader | Agricultural Background | Nico's Storytelling Show | Kenny Brewster
Kenny Brewstar, a man with a truly unique story. Kenny shares his incredible journey, from growing up in a farming community to becoming a leader in the retail industry and now venturing into the world of tech startups. 🚀
Kenny talks about:
- His family’s rich farming history and how leadership has always been in his DNA.
- The pivotal moment when he realized his passion wasn’t in agriculture but in leading teams and mentoring others.
- The importance of people-first leadership, building trust, and investing in long-term development.
- How he transitioned into the tech startup space and the...
2024-09-1830 min
Поколението ZМладите и очакванията за европейските избори | Поколението Z / Gen ZАвтор: Оля Стоянова
Резюме:
През юни 2024 г. ще се проведат избори за Европейски парламент. Питаме младите хора кои са европейските теми, които ги вълнуват.
Участници:
Петър Добрев, ИТ специалист
Стела Николова, рекламен специалист и предприемач
Силвия Николова, студентка в Софийския университет
Николай Добрев, ученик в 12 клас
Вера Николова, маркетинг специалист
Даниел Джевелеков, преподавател
Андрей Ступу, експерт по образование (продукция на Radio Romania)
Смаранда Оприна, студентка втора година във Факултета по политически науки във Университета в Букурещ (продукция на Radio Romania)
Жоао Албукерке, представител на Поколението Z от Португалия (продукция на Radio Renascensa)
Generation Z
Title: Young people and their expectations for the European elections
Olya Stoyanova
Summary:
In June 2024, elections for the European Parliament will be held and all adult citizens of EU countries will be able to vote and elect the next Members of the European Parliament. Every 5 years, voters elect nearly 700 members of the European Parliament, the most numerous in the world. The question for young people, some of whom will go to vote for the first time this year, is what they expect from the European Union in the future.
You can hear the position of several young people: Petar Dobrev, a young IT specialist, Stella Nikolova, an advertising specialist and entrepreneur, Silvia Nikolova, a student at Sofia University, Nikolay Dobrev, a 12th-grade student, Vera Nikolova, a marketing specialist, and Daniel Jevelekov, a teacher.
2024-01-3015 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowBeyond Boundaries: Jim James on Building Businesses Across Continents
Join today's episode of my Storytelling Show, I got another adventurer on the mic. In Episode 6, I listened to Jim James's story. Jim is an entrepreneur with a journey full of pivotal moments and lessons.
What got me hooked from the first sentence, was his bold skydiving jump at the early age of 17. His milestones go in an unstoppable sequence after that, leading him to countries like China, Japan, and Australia, kicking off his business path.
The author of the book, "The Unnoticed Entrepreneur" has made a significant mark in business. I am forever grateful that he took the...
2024-01-3033 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowShaping Your Own Path: Annie Margarita Yang on Overcoming Obstacles and Mastering Personal GrowthIn today's rollercoaster episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Annie Margarita Yang, the author of “The 5-Day Job Search”. Read to the bottom to get a discount code for her book!
We explore her humble beginnings as a Chinese-American immigrant, her path to self-discovery, and how she overcame obstacles to find her calling.
In our conversation, we cover:
1. Annie’s Humble Beginnings: The values instilled by her working-class family.
2. The Journey of Self-Discovery: How Annie found her calling by exploring different interests.
3. Overcoming Obstacles: Annie’s experiences with societal pressures and how she navigated through them.
4. The Power of...
2024-01-1146 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowFrom Self-Sabotage to Business ExcellenceToday we're tuning in with Nikolay Dinev.
A performance marketing pro who helps folks like me and you avoid common self-development and business pitfalls.
Nikolay's LinkedIn tagline hits you with a question: "Do you sabotage yourself?"
His content provides quick, actionable insights. On his LinkedIn, you can find posts about mindset and sales, marketing, productivity, efficiency, and health.
All the necessities for personal and professional growth.
During our chat, we dive into some fascinating topics. We talk about the importance of embracing negative feedback and how to use storytelling to boost your ads. Nikolay shares how mentors...
2023-10-2355 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowFrom Chilling Without Heating to Heating Up the Startup Market
Welcome to a journey of marketing resilience and determination. In this episode, we meet Georgi Furnadzhiev.
A young growth marketer who shares an inspiring transformation story.
Our guest faced a harsh winter without heating, which became the trigger that woke the beast in him. To overcome adversity and achieve his goals, he knew he had to push harder.
Discover how Georgi has been paving his entrepreneurial path while studying abroad.
Tune in to hear about the obstacles he conquered, the strategies he used, and the rewards he reaped.
If you seek inspiration and practical insights in growth marketing, tune...
2023-10-2328 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowFirst Steps in Business: Navigating through Marketing and SalesToday's hero is a Copywriting Wonder Woman.
A Captain Marvel-ous with the words, if you will.
Someone who has saved me by providing her excellence over and over again.
Either for B2B cold email or LinkedIn outreach campaigns.
Her mastery in rewriting a LinkedIn profile to generate profitable leads for her clients has a proven record.
With a rich background in sales and marketing, Elyse uncovers valuable insights into her professional journey.
Learn:
- How her early sales experiences shaped her approach to marketing,
2023-09-2628 min
Nico's Storytelling ShowExperienced Marketers Are Made of Mix of IngredientsWelcome to the very first episode!
I am unraveling the captivating stories of marketers who have paved their own unique paths in the world of storytelling.
Today, we kick off this exciting journey with none other than the remarkable Emanuel Tonev.
In this 22-minute episode, we dive deep into the world of self-taught marketing and personal growth. Emo embodies the hero within each of us, and our mission is to inspire you to discover that hero within yourself.
Our conversation with Emo takes us on an incredible journey, touching on key...
2023-08-2822 min