Story Driven by Bernadette Jiwa Summary
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In "Story Driven," Bernadette Jiwa reveals why authenticity trumps competition in business. Embraced by purpose-focused brands like Apple and Patagonia, this framework transforms companies through values-based storytelling. What's your authentic narrative worth? More than any marketing budget.
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Why Your Story Matters More Than Your Strategy
Think about the last time you felt truly loyal to a brand. Was it because they had the best product specifications? The lowest price? Probably not. More likely, something about them resonated with who you are and what you believe. This is the quiet revolution happening in business today-a shift from competing to mattering. While most companies obsess over beating rivals and maximizing quarterly profits, the organizations we genuinely admire are asking different questions entirely: Who are we? Why do we exist? What difference are we making? These aren't soft questions with fuzzy answers. They're the foundation of sustainable success in an economy where meaning has become the ultimate currency.
The Two Games: Finite vs. Infinite
Welcome to the Meaning Economy
Your Origin Story Contains Your DNA
Values, Purpose, Vision, and Strategy: Your Narrative Compass
The Extraordinary Power of Ordinary Choices
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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