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Why Your Nonprofit Doesn’t Need Hollywood-Style Video to Move Hearts – and What to Do Instead

Why Your Nonprofit Doesn’t Need Hollywood-Style Video to Move Hearts – and What to Do Instead

by Stanley LearyOctober 30, 2025February 18, 2026

The Grand Premiere night in Dar es Salaam culminated our week-long Storytelling Workshop with ABWE missionaries. Each participant shared their finished video story before an audience filled with their subjects, families, and friends. It’s always…

Remembering, Reflecting, and Capturing Courage on 9/11

Remembering, Reflecting, and Capturing Courage on 9/11

by Stanley LearySeptember 11, 2025November 16, 2025

Just yesterday, our country faced another act of violence—this time in the tragic shooting and death of Charlie Kirk. It’s a harsh reminder that our world feels more polarized than ever, and the threats to…

“Do You Feel Lost?” — Why Knowing Your True North as a Creative Matters More Than Ever

“Do You Feel Lost?” — Why Knowing Your True North as a Creative Matters More Than Ever

by Stanley LearyJuly 29, 2025September 4, 2025

A young Fulani shepherd watches over his cattle under the scorching sun in Burkina Faso. Known for their rich nomadic heritage, the Fulani are expert cattle herders, moving with the rhythm of the land and…

From Horse-Drawn to High-Tech: A Roswell Firefighting Tradition Lives On

From Horse-Drawn to High-Tech: A Roswell Firefighting Tradition Lives On

by Stanley LearyJuly 26, 2025September 4, 2025

Today, I photographed two meaningful ceremonies here in Roswell, Georgia—the Push-In Ceremonies for the new fire engines at Stations 22 and 26. This isn’t just a photo op. It’s a tradition deeply rooted in the…

When Strategy Feels Uncomfortable (That’s When You Know You’re On to Something)

When Strategy Feels Uncomfortable (That’s When You Know You’re On to Something)

by Stanley LearyJune 23, 2025September 1, 2025

There’s a moment in every solo entrepreneur’s journey when you look around and wonder: Should I be doing what they’re doing?Should I change my logo? Get that lens? Should I rebuild my site to look…

Why Human Storytellers Still Matter in an AI World

Why Human Storytellers Still Matter in an AI World

by Stanley LearyMay 6, 2025September 1, 2025

Everywhere you turn, someone’s talking about how AI is changing everything—from writing scripts to editing videos and even generating photos. As a storyteller who’s spent decades working alongside nonprofits, missionaries, and small businesses, I see…

The Importance of Storytelling in Building Relationships with Your Audience

The Importance of Storytelling in Building Relationships with Your Audience

by Stanley LearyApril 30, 2025February 18, 2026

"People don’t buy what you do; they buy why you do it. And what you do simply proves what you believe."—Simon Sinek In a world bombarded with messages from every direction, it’s easy to feel…

Story First: Why Strategy Beats Speed Every Time

Story First: Why Strategy Beats Speed Every Time

by Stanley LearyApril 28, 2025September 1, 2025

One of the most common conversations I have with clients starts with this: "We need a quick video."or"Can you come take a few photos for us?" While it’s always tempting to jump straight to creating…

How Alvin Toffler’s Powershift Shaped the World We Live In — and Why Storytellers Matter More Than Ever

How Alvin Toffler’s Powershift Shaped the World We Live In — and Why Storytellers Matter More Than Ever

by Stanley LearyApril 26, 2025September 1, 2025

When Alvin Toffler’s book Powershift hit the shelves in 1990, I was one of the many who picked it up, read it with curiosity, and wondered what the future might hold. Toffler made a bold…

How Often Should a Storyteller Tell Their Own Story?

How Often Should a Storyteller Tell Their Own Story?

by Stanley LearyApril 25, 2025February 18, 2026

Photo by Dennis Fahringer As someone who helps businesses and nonprofits tell compelling stories to connect with their audiences, I've often wrestled with this question: How frequently should I tell my own story? When you…

Don’t Retire Your Strongest Stories: How Missionaries Can Lead with Impact While Expanding Support

Don’t Retire Your Strongest Stories: How Missionaries Can Lead with Impact While Expanding Support

by Stanley LearyApril 21, 2025September 1, 2025

David Cifuentes Velazquez, a coffee grower and member of the Just Coffee Cooperative, shares with visitors how coffee is grown in Salvador Urbina, Chiapas, Mexico. His excitement is contagious, especially as he tells how the…

Techniques for Authentic Storytelling in Photography

Techniques for Authentic Storytelling in Photography

by Stanley LearyApril 18, 2025September 1, 2025

Caption: Pastor Anani Martouka stands in front of the thriving ABWE church plant he leads in Kpegelonou, Togo. In addition to pastoring, he teaches at the Bible Institute, equipping future pastors to help transform communities…

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