Struggling with how much of your personal story to share in your business? You're not alone. This candid episode of The Story Lab tackles the challenging question that many entrepreneurs face: which parts of your founder story should you share, and which should remain private?
I walk you through my three-color framework that transforms the way you approach storytelling in business. You'll discover how to map your complete journey using green highlighting for must-share elements, red for the experiences you want to keep private, and yellow for the crucial "buffer zones" that maintain narrative coherence. These yellow sections might be the most important part of your story, they create bridges between significant moments while protecting your boundaries.
Drawing from my own experience of how a personal attack unexpectedly led to discovering the power of storytelling, I demonstrate why gaps in your narrative can create distrust, and how thoughtfully crafted connections build authentic relationships with your audience. The most powerful revelation? You don't need to be a completely open book to create meaningful connections. Strategic vulnerability... sharing selectively while ensuring your story flows naturally, creates more impact than oversharing ever could.
Whether you're crafting your founder's story, preparing content for social media, or looking to deepen audience connections, this episode provides a practical framework you can implement immediately. Get ready to transform how you approach your business narrative and make your story the one they remember. Ready to turn your mess into something better? Your real story awaits.