Storytelling is an art—but sharing your story on stage can feel terrifying. The nerves, the eyes watching, the pressure to deliver—it’s enough to make anyone stumble. The good news? Confidence doesn’t come from winging it. It comes from preparation, focus, and mastering the beginning and ending of your story. Start Strong: Nail Your Opening I ran into Mike Mahony the other day. He works at Pixar Animation Studios, and I met him after his brother Dave took my storytelling work

Have you ever thought, “Who would want to hear my story?”  Maybe you feel like your experiences are too ordinary, too small, or too messy to matter. I’m here to tell you something important: your story matters.  Not someday, not maybe—it matters right now. Here’s the thing: every single person you meet is craving connection. They want to laugh, cry, learn, or just nod along thinking, “Yeah, me too.” And the amazing part? Your story could be the very thing that does that for s