“So…are there other deliverables you can create to provide value?”

This is a question that kept coming up in my weekly meeting with Justin Davis of Madera Labs. It’s an interesting question and one that few people are asking often enough.

Unfortunately, emails from family and friends don’t include an anonymous “Remove Me From This List” link. And sending a poorly worded email could ruin a friendship or Thanksgiving dinner. So I’ve crafted an email template that I’m using to effectively remove myself from these types of emails. Hopefully, you’ll find it useful in your circle of relationships.

If prostitution is the world’s oldest profession, storytelling is the world’s oldest pastime. Stories allow us to connect emotionally with others and share in their experiences. We tell stories because stories last.