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In this episode, Lord Al Jensen — founder of Next Stage Communications — walks you through his powerful, proven 3-Story Stack™.
These three stories work together to build trust, teach through transformation, and inspire action without ever sounding like a pitch.

This is the same framework he’s used to help speakers:

• Sell out programs
• Double their close rates
• Turn cold rooms into hot leads
• And deliver talks that actually get results

Timestamps

00:00 – Why your talk didn’t land the way you thought

00:52 – The Three-Story Stack explained

01:32 – Lord Al Jensen’s background

04:14 – The Connection Story: Build trust

05:00 – The Hero’s Guide Lesson Story: Teach through transformation

06:35 – The Call to Action Story: Inspire action naturally

08:23 – Deploying your stories strategically

11:59 – Adapting stories for different formats

13:28 – Final Summary & Takeaway

17:45 – Your message matters — here’s what to do next

🔍 What You’ll Learn:

• Why most stories fall flat — and how to fix it with structure
• How to tell a Connection Story that builds trust instantly
• What makes a Hero’s Guide Lesson Story magnetic (and NOT preachy)
• How to use a Call-to-Action Story to invite, not sell
• Where to place your stories across keynotes, webinars, and sales conversations
• The real power of strategic transitions and multi-platform story deployment

💡 Resources Mentioned:

✅ The 3-Story Builder Worksheet (No-Cost Download)
Map out your Connection, Lesson, and CTA stories fast — with clear, effective prompts.
👉https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184490

🎯 Mini-Course: Next Stage Story Stack™
Learn how to turn your 3 stories into a signature talk or sales message you can use anywhere.
👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/Story-framework

🎤 Signature Chunk Session
Need help shaping your message into a pitch or talk that books? This one-on-one session is the shortcut.
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🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode!

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications

Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls?
Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™'

In this book, you'll discover:

• How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms
• Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered
• How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells
• How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it
• How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless
• Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform

Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives.

Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible

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🎯 In this episode, Lord Al unpacks exactly why so many smart, talented speakers unintentionally turn powerful stories into forgettable filler — and more importantly, how to fix it fast.

Whether you're pitching on stage, selling on Zoom, or applying for TEDx — this episode is your guide to making your message land with humor, tension, and emotional firepower.

🔥 Inside This Episode:

• Why your story isn’t boring — it’s just underdeveloped
• The 3 biggest storytelling mistakes (and how to fix each one)
• How to punch up flat stories without making stuff up
• Where to insert stories inside your speech or pitch for max impact
• How to use humor (even if you're “not funny”)
• The Curiosity Trigger: Keep your audience on the edge of their seats
• Why emotion = memory — and how to hit the heart without fake drama

Timestamps

00:00 – Why some stories fall flat

00:40 – It’s not your story. It’s your delivery

04:09 – The 3 mistakes that kill story momentum

06:41 – Fast fixes for flat intros, middles, and endings

08:52 – How to add humor naturally (no punchlines required)

11:14 – Using curiosity + emotion to hold attention

13:31 – Where to use your upgraded story

16:29 – Recap, resources, and your next step

🎁 Grab the Free Resource Mentioned:

The Story Spark Sheet™
15 fast plug-and-play upgrades to transform flat stories into audience-grabbing, emotionally sticky moments.
👉 Grab it here: https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/products/offers/view/1184149

🎓 Want to Master This Skill Fast?

If you're done winging it and ready to actually craft stories that sell, inspire, and get remembered — go deeper with Lord Al inside the mini course:

How to Make Boring Stories Unforgettable – Using Humor, Suspense & Emotion
✔️ Just $37
✔️ Instant access
✔️ Story frameworks, emotional drills, and humor formulas that work without gimmicks

Get it here:👉 https://academy.nextstagecommunications.com/making-stories-unforgettable-using-humor-s

🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode!

🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things:

✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show.

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🎧 Listen to More Episodes:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications

Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls?
Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™'

In this book, you'll discover:

• How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms
• Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered
• How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells
• How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it
• How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless
• Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform

Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives.

Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible

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Want to get paid to speak but not ready to quit your day job? You don’t have to! Discover how you can build a thriving speaking career on your terms—without the risk of going all in.

Speaker Success Secret Podcast Episode #1

In this episode of Next Stage Speakers Success Secrets, Al Jensen breaks down how to start booking speaking gigs, making money, and growing your influence—all while keeping your full-time job.

You'll discover:

• Why part-time speaking is a smart move (and how some of the most successful speakers started this way)
• How to book your first (or next) speaking gig—even if no one knows who you are yet
• The best places to find speaking opportunities (including some hidden gems most people overlook)
• How to balance speaking with your job & personal life—without burning out
• The easiest ways to monetize speaking—so you're not just speaking for "exposure"

Timestamps:

0:12 – Introduction: Why Part-Time Speaking Works

2:02 – The Truth About Getting Started

3:01 – Why Part-Time Speaking is a Smart Move

5:11 – Find Your Speaking Niche

6:25 – Define Your Speaking Goals

7:05 – Find Your First Speaking Opportunities

8:02 – Hidden Speaking Opportunities Most People Overlook

9:00 – How to Balance Speaking with a Full-Time Job

9:42 – Making Money as a Part-Time Speaker

10:14 – Recap: How to Get Started Today

11:34 – Final Words: Take Action NOW!

You don’t need to quit your job to become a successful speaker—you just need to start speaking!

Pick one small action today:

✔ Reach out to an event organizer

✔ Post about your speaking expertise online

✔ Record a short video sharing an insight

Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:

Special Offer for Podcast Listeners: Booked & Busy - The Part-Time Speaker’s Quick-Start Guide

• Learn how to land your first (or next) speaking gig FAST
• Discover the three easiest ways to make money from speaking
• Get a 30-day, step-by-step action plan to get results

Regular Price $47. Special price for podcast listeners—just $17! (Use Coupon Code: SSSPODCAST)

📍 Get it here:https

🚀 Your message matters. Keep speaking, keep inspiring, and I’ll see you in the next episode!

🔥 Loved this episode? Do these 3 things:

✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode!

✔ Leave a review—your feedback helps more speakers find this show.

✔ Share this episode with a fellow speaker who needs to hear this!

🎧 Listen to More Episodes:

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NextStageCommunications

Are you ready to Find Your Voice, Command the Room, and Move Souls?
Get started immediately by grabbing a copy Al's Amazon bestselling book 'The Public Speaker’s Bible: The Sacred Art of StoryTelling™'

In this book, you'll discover:

• How to tell stories that ignite emotion and move rooms
• Why facts get forgotten but feelings get remembered
• How to structure any story so it sticks, scales, and sells
• How to relive your truth on stage—not just recite it
• How to craft a voice that’s raw, real, and relentless
• Why great speakers don’t “present”—they transform

Learn the timeless storytelling strategies that have launched movements, built empires, and changed lives.

Get the book now: https://mybook.to/publicspeakersbible