A podcaster looks at 40

A single dramatic and captivating real-life tale can become the foundation of your personal brand business.Book deals.Speaking gigs.Affiliate partnerships.These are just a few ways entrepreneurs generate revenue year after year because of one story from their lives. And the reality is that you don't have to land a passenger jet on the Hudson River to have a story that earns you a revenue-rich reputation.I didn't set out to become a paid speaker or a flag waving travel advocate. Those things came as a result of sharing a simple story about traveling with my grandmother.My story got people's attention. It opened their minds and vividly illustrated the importance of travel in young people's lives.As my story began to spread through my podcast and personal network, lives were touched and changed. People I've never met heard my story and started taking their kids on trips that they might not have otherwise.I'll ask you again: What is your ONE story that will change people's lives (including your own!)?In many ways, my work has since transcended those simple beginnings. But it all started with that one damn story.Period. End of story.

  As a creator, one of the best gifts you can receive is honest, genuine feedback. This episode details my system for taking constructive criticism that will ensure you don't waste that gift A companion blog post for this episode is available at https://aaronschlein.com/blog/taking-constructive-criticism/

You can put money in your pocket and help others by sharing your story. So what's stopping you?

Part five of Aaron’s Family Travel Radio podcast series recapping his family’s adventure through London and the UK. Learn more about Family Travel Radio at www.familytravel.org/radio

Part four of Aaron’s Family Travel Radio podcast series recapping his family’s adventure through London and the UK. Learn more about Family Travel Radio at www.familytravel.org/radio

Part three of Aaron’s Family Travel Radio podcast series recapping his family’s adventure through London and the UK. Learn more about Family Travel Radio at www.familytravel.org/radio

Part two of Aaron’s Family Travel Radio podcast series recapping his family’s adventure through London and the UK. Learn more about Family Travel Radio at www.familytravel.org/radio

Part one of Aaron’s Family Travel Radio podcast series recapping his family’s adventure through London and the UK. Learn more about Family Travel Radio at www.familytravel.org/radio

Making money, networking, and taking it to the stage.

My record-breaking college career, a trip down the wrong path, and how I rediscovered my passion. Links & Resources My Travel Inspiration Story: https://aaronschlein.com/blog/inspire-a-young-traveler-and-be-a-legend Podcasting Gets People Talking: https://www.dramatictravels.com/single-post/Podcasting-gets-people-talking Email your thoughts: [email protected] Socialize! Follow me on Facebook: facebook.com/aaronschlein Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/aaronschlein Follow me on Twitter: twitter.com/aaronschlein