Becoming Self Made

How Bestselling Author Donald Miller Turned Storytelling into a Framework for Business Success With StoryBrand

Becoming Self Made

Show Notes

Donald Miller didn’t set out to build a multi-million-dollar, world-class business, he just wanted to write a book. In this episode of Becoming Self Made, host Mike Michalowicz sits down with the renowned author and entrepreneur to discuss his journey from childhood and academic struggles to achieving success as the bestselling author of Blue Like Jazz and Building a StoryBrand. Donald eventually found his greatest success by founding StoryBrand, a marketing consultancy and training company that helps businesses clarify their message using the power of storytelling so customers listen, engage, and take action. Discover how Donald Miller navigated life’s highs and lows, embraced failure as a learning opportunity, and leveraged his unique talents to build a thriving business.

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