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Struggling to implement StoryBrand?
Are you finding it challenging to create a clear, engaging StoryBrand BrandScript on your own?
Unsure how to effectively integrate StoryBrand into your marketing?
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You have a great business, and you're excellent at what you do. But if you're caught up chasing the latest marketing tactics – from SEO to social media and more – you're losing time that could be invested in growing your business.
WHERE STORYBRAND MEETS STRATEGY
You deserve marketing that works
Experience the clarity and efficiency of a well-crafted marketing plan tailored to your business and powered by StoryBrand.
Transform your marketing with a StoryBranded message that cuts through the noise, ensuring your brand resonates with your target audience.
See tangible results as your business attracts and retains the right clients (seemingly on autopilot), leading to sustainable growth and success.
With a StoryBrand-powered plan in place, spend less time worrying about marketing and more time on what you love – growing your business, spending time with loved ones, and all that good stuff.
You deserve peace of mind
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Do you find the lead generation process frustrating and time-consuming?
Save valuable time and focus on serving your clients.
Gain the upper hand in your market.
Set up a strategic marketing system that attracts and nurtures your ideal clients.
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Hi, I'm Vicky Sidler
A StoryBrand Certified Guide & Fellow Entrepreneur
And believe me, I GET IT! I understand the frustration of marketing that just doesn't seem to work. I know what it's like to feel lost in a sea of tactics and strategies. When I started my agency in 2020, I was just a small fish in a big pond, trying to stand out from whale-sized competitors. (I’m also a qualified scuba diver, in case you’re wondering about these metaphors…)
Since then, we developed a proven, data-driven marketing strategy (powered by StoryBrand) that has helped both us and countless clients get noticed, attract the right customers, grow their ideal client base, and make an impact with their marketing and their businesses.
We boast a proven track record of transforming marketing messages to resonate with target audiences.
As StoryBrand Certified Guides, we apply the renowned StoryBrand Framework to everything we do with impressive results!
And as a Duct Tape Certified Agency, we’ve gone through an extensive certification process to offer you a holistic, systematic approach to marketing – a system that truly works.
You don’t have to do this alone. Together, we'll take your marketing from confusing to crystal clear. Let's make your brand's message stand out and connect with the people who matter most to your business.
I used the StoryBrand ‘one-liner’ yesterday for the first time to create some awareness on my various social media platforms. I have never had so many likes and interest on one of my coaching ads before. I am booking some consultations as we speak. You guys are amazing!
Tracey Clark, Business Coach
StoryBrand Services We Provide
Clarify Your Message
From US$1,500
Let us help you refine and perfect your StoryBrand messaging. We'll work with you to fine-tune your StoryBrand BrandScript, ensuring it resonates with your target audience and aligns with your brand's identity.
We even interview your ideal customers to get their point of view and make sure you've nailed it!
Learn More About Our StoryBrand Framework Consultation
StoryBrand Sales Funnel
From US$5,000
Specializing in the creation of the Marketing Made Simple Sales Funnel, we develop effective landing pages, engaging lead generators, and persuasive email sequences - all within the StoryBrand framework.
Install the full StoryBrand system into your business.
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Strategic Marketing Engagement
From US$7,500
Our Strategy First Engagement is a deep dive into your current marketing, where we’ll identify your ideal clients, map out your customer journey, craft a customized marketing plan, nail your BrandScript, and more.
Make sure you're doing it right from the start!
Why Choose Us?
Strategy-First Approach
At the Strategic Marketing Tribe, we apply the StoryBrand framework as our cornerstone, ensuring that your marketing plan has a clear and coherent message that speaks directly to your customers’ needs and desires.
Consistent Lead Generation
Kiss those unpredictable and mismatched leads goodbye. Leveraging the StoryBrand principles, we help you craft messages that consistently attract the right clients, ensuring a reliable flow of high-quality inquiries.
Save Time and Effort
Let us handle the complexity of crafting and applying your StoryBrand BrandScript. With our StoryBrand-focused approach, we streamline your marketing efforts, enabling you to dedicate more time to what you're passionate about – growing your business.
Gain A Competitive Edge
Elevate your business with a marketing message shaped by StoryBrand, positioning your brand as the clear choice in your industry. Our strategic, story-driven method ensures your business stands out to your ideal clients, giving you a competitive advantage.
Amazing! I needed help clarifying my message for my website. The Strategic Marketing Tribe helped me do this using the StoryBrand Framework. I can even use the BrandScript we made for the rest of my marketing material.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are our answers to the most frequently asked questions about marketing and lead generation.
What is StoryBrand?
StoryBrand is a marketing framework developed by Donald Miller that helps businesses clarify their message so it resonates with their target audience. It centres around creating a story for your brand where the customer is the hero, and your business is the guide that helps them overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.
How can StoryBrand help my business?
Implementing the StoryBrand framework can transform how you communicate with your customers. It simplifies your message, making it easier for customers to understand how your products or services can solve their problems. This clear communication helps increase engagement, conversions, and customer loyalty, ultimately driving growth for your business.
What does the process of creating a StoryBrand BrandScript involve?
Creating a StoryBrand BrandScript involves identifying key elements of your brand's story, such as defining your customer's problem, positioning your brand as the guide with a solution, and outlining a plan that leads the customer to success. This script serves as the foundation for all your marketing materials, ensuring a consistent and compelling message across all platforms.
How do I choose the right StoryBrand guide for my business?
Be sure to choose a StoryBrand guide who prioritizes strategy over tactics. A strategic-first approach ensures your marketing is built on a solid foundation, preventing wasted time and resources in the long run. Look for a guide focused on aligning your core message and goals before diving into marketing actions, ensuring your efforts attract the right leads and drive meaningful results.
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YouTube Shorts AI Tools: What Small Businesses Should Know
By Vicky Sidler | Published 19 August 2025 at 12:00 GMT
YouTube just rolled out new AI-powered creation tools for Shorts—because apparently, 40 seconds of attention still needs a boost.
The updates include turning photos into videos, adding generative effects (think doodles that come to life), and exploring an “AI Playground” full of ready-made prompts. It’s all powered by Google’s Veo tech and sprinkled with SynthID watermarks so no one thinks you’ve mastered magic.
Sounds fun, right? Yes—if you remember the lesson from YouTube’s recent monetization crackdown: AI can assist, but your human creativity still has to lead.
TL;DR
YouTube Shorts now offers “photo to video,” generative effects, and an AI Playground.
The tools are free (for now) in the US, Canada, Australia, and NZ.
AI alone won’t save your content—human storytelling still wins.
Great for small business marketing if you keep your voice and originality.
Need help getting your message right? Grab the 5-Minute Marketing Fix.
Table of Contents
YouTube Shorts AI Tools: What Small Businesses Should Know
The Fun Part vs. The Business Part:
How to Use These Tools Without Losing Your Edge:
1. Start with Your Story, Not the Feature:
3. Keep It Short, Keep It Clear:
4. Make It Part of a Bigger Strategy:
Why This Matters More Than Ever:
Try the 5-Minute Marketing Fix:
Short-Form Video Is Winning—Here's How to Keep Up
LLM Visibility: The SEO Shift You're Missing
AI Visibility: What ChatGPT, Google AI, and Perplexity Cite Most
AI Fraud Crisis Warning—What Small Biz Must Do Now
What is YouTube’s new “Photo to Video” tool?
What are “generative effects” in YouTube Shorts?
What is the “AI Playground” on YouTube?
Are these new YouTube Shorts tools free?
How can small businesses use these tools effectively?
What’s New in YouTube Shorts:
YouTube’s latest toy box has three headline features:
1. Photo to Video:
Drop in a picture, pick a suggestion, and it animates. Perfect for turning static shots of products, events, or your office into short, shareable videos.
2. Generative Effects:
Your doodles can now morph into images, and your selfies can star in underwater adventures or twin-lookalike videos. It’s the AI equivalent of letting your phone doodle in the margins for you.
3. AI Playground:
A hub for generative content—video, images, music—with pre-filled prompts and example galleries. Basically, a creative buffet for when your brain feels like oatmeal.
The Fun Part vs. The Business Part:
Sure, these tools are fun to play with—but if you’re a small business owner, you need more than fun. You need content that builds trust, not just views.
And here’s the kicker: YouTube’s monetization update last month made it clear that how you use AI matters. If your Shorts feel mass-produced or “faceless,” you could hurt your brand and your monetization prospects.
I say this from experience. I run multiple YouTube channels where I experiment with all sorts of approaches. Interestingly, the ones with the most AI influence perform the worst. In fact, I actually managed to kill one channel by introducing AI-generated content. That’s why I believe YouTube really is cracking down on AI-heavy, low-human-input content.
These new tools might be powerful, but I think they’re meant to add a little magic to your work—not replace it. The moment your channel feels automated rather than authentic, you risk losing both the algorithm’s favor and your audience’s trust.
How to Use These Tools Without Losing Your Edge:
1. Start with Your Story, Not the Feature:
Don’t post an animated photo just because you can. Tie it to your brand story: show the transformation of your product, an event highlight, or a before-and-after your customers care about.
2. Add Your Voice—Literally:
Even with flashy AI effects, narrate your video or add text captions in your style. It keeps your content human and recognisable.
3. Keep It Short, Keep It Clear:
AI tools can add bells and whistles, but the core still needs to make sense in under 40 seconds. Lead with the benefit, then deliver the detail.
4. Make It Part of a Bigger Strategy:
One Shorts clip won’t grow your business. Use it to tease a longer YouTube video, a blog post, or a free resource like your lead magnet.
Why This Matters More Than Ever:
The AI arms race in content creation means anyone can produce something flashy in minutes. What they can’t easily copy is your perspective.
As a StoryBrand Certified Guide, I can tell you that clarity is what cuts through—not just effects. The businesses that win aren’t the ones using AI fastest—they’re the ones using it best.
Try the 5-Minute Marketing Fix:
If you want these tools to work for you, your message has to be sharp before you start editing. The 5-Minute Marketing Fix gives you one simple sentence that explains what you do, why it matters, and why people should care—perfect for Shorts, Reels, or anywhere attention is short.
Because even the best AI effect won’t save a blurry message.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is YouTube’s new “Photo to Video” tool?
Photo to Video lets you turn still images into short videos. You select a photo, choose a creative animation suggestion, and the tool adds movement or effects to bring it to life. It’s designed for quick, engaging Shorts without needing advanced video skills.
What are “generative effects” in YouTube Shorts?
Generative effects use AI to transform your input—like doodles, selfies, or photos—into animated, creative visuals. Examples include making a selfie look like you’re underwater or creating a lookalike “twin” character.
What is the “AI Playground” on YouTube?
AI Playground is a dedicated hub for generative content creation. It includes example galleries, ready-to-use prompts, and tools to create videos, images, music, and more—all powered by YouTube’s AI technology.
Are these new YouTube Shorts tools free?
Yes, for now. YouTube is rolling them out at no cost in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, with more regions expected later in 2025.
How can small businesses use these tools effectively?
Use them to enhance your storytelling, not replace it. Tie effects to your brand’s message, keep videos under 40 seconds, add your own voice or captions, and integrate them into a larger marketing strategy.
Can I monetize content made with these AI tools?
Yes—if you follow YouTube’s monetization guidelines. AI can be part of your process, but your videos still need clear human input, such as original commentary, storytelling, or significant transformation of reused material.
Will these tools replace the need for human creativity?
No. The tools can make creation faster and more engaging, but your unique perspective, voice, and brand story are what truly make your content stand out and build trust with your audience.
Become the Next StoryBrand Success Story
In the world of business, feeling overwhelmed by marketing strategies that don't deliver can be disheartening.
At the Strategic Marketing Tribe, we understand that you might be unsure on how to effectively apply the StoryBrand framework and perhaps hesitant about investing in yet another marketing solution.
Our approach is designed to alleviate these concerns:
We offer a completely free strategy session that’s designed to help you with some great ideas for marketing your business. These ideas are 100% yours to keep – and there is no sales pitch to endure (not even a secret one).
What’s the catch? Well, if you’d like help with finalizing your StoryBrand Framework or implementing any of the tactics we discuss, we hope that you’ll consider us.
Best of all? If you’re not completely blown away by the work we do for you, we’ll give you a full refund. Sure, it’s a massive risk for us because we can’t undo the delivery once it’s been made, but we are so confident in the value our service provides that a guarantee is a no-brainer.
With our expert guidance, you can shift your focus from marketing worries to what you do best – growing your business, spending time with those you love, and enjoying the success that comes with clear, effective strategy.
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