Turkey Thyme, Story-Time

Did you know... that Brining is A Must-Do Phase for tasty turkeys?

It's where the magic happens. The same is true for stories.

What Does Turkey Brine have to do with Storytelling?

Preparing a turkey is like crafting the perfect story. I know, but hang on.

Great tasting turkeys and great stories require our careful preparation, the right ingredients, and just the right amount of time - and thyme - to become unforgettable.

Today, as you kick back on the couch surrounded by family, friends, and maybe a slice of pumpkin pie, let’s talk turkey—and storytelling.

Why Brine Your Bird—and Your Story?

What does brine do, anyway?

A good brine locks in flavor, transforming a plain ol’ turkey into the juicy, flavorful centerpiece of the meal. Without it? You risk dryness. Blandness. And maybe even the dreaded “Christmas Vacation crunch.”

A story without preparation? Same fate. It falls flat, lacks impact, and doesn’t leave a lasting impression.

But when you brine your story—infusing it with sticky specifics, emotion, and a slower pace for timing—it primes your audience to really soak it in.

Like that perfectly seasoned turkey, your message becomes unforgettable.

The Magic of Timing, Ingredients, and Love

Think about the effort that goes into a great turkey. You start the brine well ahead of time, choosing just the right mix of salt, sweetness, and thyme. You let it soak - overnight if possible - trusting every bite will carry that flavor through and through.

Storytelling works the same way. It takes:

• Time to Select: Coming up with the perfect story for your audience usually takes some time. We have to open some doors in our brains and memories that might have been shut for a while. Childhood stories, early career stories, these are excellent places to look.
• The Right Mix of Spices: A balance of specific facts, naming the emotion, and sharing your personality creates depth.
• Time to Deliver: With your audience when you tell it? Let your story "marinate." Rushing it won't works.

3 Turkey Takeaways Today:

Here’s what brining a turkey (and telling a story) teaches us:

1. Don't be DRY. Preparation is Everything: Whether it’s a bird or a big presentation, take the time to plan ahead. Your audience—and your taste buds—will thank you.
2. The Details Matter: Learn how to tell Stories that STICK. The right spice blend makes a turkey memorable; the right balance of specific details make a story stick.
3. Time Transforms: Great stories, like great turkeys, need time to reach their full potential. Don’t rush the process!

^Step 3 is where we are the most help to clients. Extracting from your brain a list of top 5 stories, evaluating with uou the storyline's potential, squinting at it to ensure fit - checking all of its sides (like a disco ball), determining how you should tell it, and for how long.

From My Family to Yours: Wishing You a Thanksgiving to Remember!

As you settle in for another helping of mashed potatoes or that second slice of pumpkin pie, think about the stories you’re preparing to share in the days ahead.

Maybe today, you'll even experience a new one that makes it onto your story log list.

Brine them with love, spice them with care, and serve them with confidence.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! ??

Here’s to full plates, full hearts, and stories that stick long after the leftovers are gone.

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