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kara_susvilla
HubSpot Employee
HubSpot Employee

Storytelling framework in action

Regardless of the story you’re trying to tell and how you’re trying to tell it, storytelling has three essential elements:

  • Characters
  • Conflict
  • Resolution

Choose one of your favorite brands, and tell their business's story by answering the below questions.

  • Who is the brand?
  • Who is their audience?
  • What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

*To learn more about this, check out The Power of Storytelling lesson via HubSpot Academy. 

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Basit12
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Here's a storytelling framework in action:


*The Hero's Journey* (Joseph Campbell)


1. The Ordinary World: Introduce protagonist in their everyday life.

2. The Call to Adventure: An event prompts the protagonist to embark on a journey.

3. Refusal of the Call: Initial hesitation or resistance.

4. Meeting the Mentor: Guidance from an experienced figure.

5. Crossing the Threshold: Protagonist commits to the journey.

6. Tests, Allies, and Enemies: Challenges and relationships shape the journey.

7. Approach to the Inmost Cave: Confronting fears or greatest challenges.

8. The Ordeal: Critical moment of transformation.

9. Reward (Seizing the Sword): Achieving the goal.

10. The Road Back: Beginning the return journey.

11. The Resurrection: Transformation and renewal.


*Alternative frameworks:*


1. The Fichtean Curve (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution)
2. The Three-Act Structure (setup, confrontation, resolution)
3. Save the Cat (opening image, theme stated, set-up, catalyst, debate, break into two)


*Business storytelling frameworks:*


1. Problem-Agitate-Solve (PAS)
2. Before-After-Bridge (BAB)
3. The StoryBrand Framework


Would you like me to:


1. Explain a specific framework
2. Provide examples
3. Help craft a story using a framework


Please let me know!

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GFD
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Brand: Faith | Virtual Assistant

 

Audience: CEO's

 

Character: Faith Dennis

 

Conflict&Resolution: Manage their busy schedule to give them more quality and efficient life and Output.

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HGandotra
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Nike is a brand that targets both athletes and everyday individuals, helping them stay motivated and inspired to overcome challenges like injuries or difficult situations. To achieve this, Nike creates and promotes products, such as shoes, that use the latest technology and innovative designs to help both experienced athletes and first-time runners perform better.

Nike's advertisements focus on more than just selling shoes or clothing. They also provide support for athletes by helping them manage stress and mental pressure. For example, through campaigns like "You Can't Stop Us," Nike encourages athletes to stay strong and motivated, even during tough times.

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Mawuena_Dossah
Contributor

Storytelling framework in action

Brand - KFC

 

Audience - Fast Food Consumers

Character - Colonel Harland Sanders

 

Conflict & Resolution - The quality and freshness of fastfood is why KFC seeks to give customers satisfaction fhrough finger-lickin' good chicken.

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MIgbokwe
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Brand: Duolingo

 

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Oladia_Menchaca
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Storytelling Framework in Action

 

1. Who is the brand?

    Diva Dance Studios

 

2. Who is their audience?

    Adult Women

 

3. What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

   Diva Dance Studios is a dance studio that provides safe place for women to feel sexy and confident while being a part of a sisterhood.  Diva Dance does this by offering dance classes such as Hip-Hip, Line Dancing, Fitness, and a fierce class called "Slay like Beyoncé" where the women will leave class feeling like Beyoncé.

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HFatima15
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand?

Nike is a global leader in sportswear and athletic gear. Its mission is to inspire and innovate for athletes of all levels, delivering high-quality products designed to enhance performance and encourage an active lifestyle. With its iconic "Just Do It" slogan, Nike champions empowerment, resilience, and self-improvement.

 

2. Who is their audience?

Nike's audience is diverse, encompassing professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and everyday individuals who seek comfort, performance, and style in their active lives. This includes people across all genders, ages, and fitness levels, from elite sports players to those simply seeking a healthier lifestyle.

 

3. What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome?

Nike helps their audience overcome personal and physical barriers, such as fear of failure, self-doubt, or limitations in athletic performance. Their products provide innovative technology to boost performance, while their branding and campaigns motivate people to push beyond their limits. Nike achieves this by:

  • Creating high-quality sports gear that enhances performance and prevents injury.
  • Offering personalized experiences (like the Nike Run Club app) to support fitness journeys.
  • Crafting empowering messaging through ads and campaigns that promote determination, resilience, and inclusivity, making everyone feel like an athlete.

Nike isn't just selling shoes or apparel; they’re selling a mindset—the belief that anyone can overcome their challenges and achieve greatness.

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NNEGM
Member

Storytelling framework in action

  • Who is the brand? 

raw african , an egyption brand of women care supplies

  • Who is their audience?

women with unique identities who have the self love to start taking care of their hair, face, even lashes with the condition of using natural and raw materials 

  • What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

women have long faced the challenge of balance a good product with a good cost . not only do we choose  effective materials on the long run but also  cost effevtive to keep in mind . 

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austin3anderson
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand?

Jeep is American automotive manufacturer known for producing rugged, versatile, and adventure-ready vehicles.


Who is their audience?

JEEP’s audience consists of adventurers, outdoor enthusiasts, and off-road explorers. JEEP also appeals to those who want a vehicle that reflects their adventurous spirit and desire to explore beyond traditional roads. This includes families, young professionals, and active lifestyle individuals who seek durability, reliability, and versatility in their vehicles.


What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

JEEP helps its audience overcome the challenge of limited access to off-road adventures and rugged terrains while maintaining a vehicle that's practical for everyday use.

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youmnaeltohamy
Member

Storytelling framework in action

how is the brand?

it is Self the brand, an Egyptian brand

who is their audience?

mainly women from 16 to above 

What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

from my point of view, the challenge is how the women forgets their feimine side and how to enjoy it and how they are lucky to be girls.

they are doing it by postioning their brand in the feimine and girly value, by prividing a variety of products ( bath robes, pjs, bags for makeup and laundery needed  on trips, tshirts, combs,..) their content relies on ladies feeling confident and femine while wearing self products and taking us in their morning routine or to the salon or on the beach. 

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AAlmond
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Choose one of your favorite brands, and tell their business's story by answering the below questions.

  • Who is the brand?
    Dove (specifically the real beauty campaign)

  • Who is their audience?
    REAL women 25+, regardless of age, size or ethnicity that are interested in self-care and beauty products.

  • What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?
    Make all women feel seen and beautiful by overcoming the traditional misrepresentation of beauty brands and advertisements. It feels like they use real women in their advertising - not the stereotypical 'beautiful' woman. 

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Bruno3
Member

Storytelling framework in action

STORYTELLING FRAMEWORK IN ACTION

 

Hello Marketers

1. Who is the brand?

  Tesla Motors, a electric car manufacturing based company located in California.

 

2. What do they do as a company?

    It makes clean renewable energy solutions and electric cars

 

3. Who is their audience?

    Tesla audience are people of status, environmental conscious consumers, tech enthusiasts, and       millennials and gen z.

 

4. What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome?

Tesla cars are eco friendly, and electric that eliminate the use of fossil fuels.

 

5. How are they doing it? 

They invest in the development of their products tech, and strive for innovation by not following traditional tactices.

 

 

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copyvator
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Hello Marketers

Who is the brand?
The brand is Copyvator.com, a platform dedicated to content marketing and SEO solutions.

Who is their audience?
Copyvator's audience includes marketers, small business owners, and anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in digital marketing.

What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome?
Copyvator helps people stay updated and educated on the latest trends in content marketing and SEO, especially those who might feel overwhelmed by the fast pace of changes in the digital world.

How are they doing it?
By sharing up-to-date techniques, practical strategies, and offering personalized consultations, Copyvator empowers small businesses to navigate the digital marketing landscape and grow with confidence.

 

 

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jeremyakin
Participant

Storytelling framework in action

Moorehouse Wellness is more than a business—it’s a mission born from a place of deep personal growth and empathy. In November 2021, founder Nancy faced an emotional turning point after losing her grandparents, who were her pillars of strength. Out of that challenge, Moorehouse Wellness emerged as a heartfelt dedication to their values, focused on helping others build resilience through life’s highs and lows.

Moorehouse Wellness serves those struggling with addiction, trauma, and young adults at risk of substance abuse. Through personalized recovery programs, trauma-informed care, and holistic therapies like mindfulness and family support, Moorehouse guides individuals on a journey of healing and inner strength

SNawaz0
Member

Storytelling framework in action

the brand is boat ,

younge stars

 

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Abisola04
Participant

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand?

Bon Storytelling Agency 

 

Their audience?

Top executives, multinationals and Titans of industries. People who are focused on building a big brand and have no time to build or manage a personal brand. 

 

What problem are they solving?

We live in a world where authenticity is valued and one way to build one is through sharing your story consistently as you journey to build a personal brand. The emotional, human connection lacking in faceless brand is being salvaged by this company through personal branding. 

 

How?

They build and manage the social presence of these top executives by creating contents that resonates with their audience through sight appealing videos and pictures.

GOkediran2
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand?

MTN

Who is their audience?

Working class

What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

They seek to provide reliable and affordable connection.

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NMaphosa
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Brand:       KFC

Audience: Everyone

 hungry and malnorished children are supported with nutritious meals. They ask for R2 donations from every meal you buy from them.

 

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ZGull
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand? Soz 

 

Who is their audience? People who love urdu merch and stuff

 

What challange are they helping their audience to overcome? The want to have stationary and stuff with urdu writing on it.

 

How are they doing it? By providing stuff people want.

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NeethaReddy
Member

Storytelling framework in action

Who is the brand? 

Lokaa Foundation

 

Who is their audience?

Everyone: Sustainability enthusiasts, nature lovers, architects, students, filmmakers, hikers, working professionals, entrepreneurs, basically anyone.

 

What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome? How are they doing it?

They are helping the audience to know, learn, and include sustainability in their lifestyle choices, including architecture. 

Doing this, by showing them how it is being implemented in the villages the foundation has adopted, and that these choices are a part of the lifestyle the villagers have. 

Wjood
Member

Storytelling framework in action

  • The brand: monkey store
  • The target audience: pets owners 
  • What challenge are they helping their audience to overcome :they offer good quality food for pets and their needs for affordable prices for their owners 
  • How they doing it :

By app so pets owners can reach out to their business to them easily and offering fast delivery services also offering the bast brands food also by tik tok and Instagrams so can pets owners can find them and

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