Workshops, Events, and Livestreams
on Messaging and Content for B2B
How to Talk About Your Business So People Actually Buy
If your marketing feels inconsistent or your sales conversations take too long, the issue may not be your offer. It may be how you’re talking about it. In this live session, Annie Figenshu, StoryBrand Certified Guide and Owner of Downstage Media, will walk through seven proven principles that help businesses clarify their message, capture attention, and drive real revenue. You’ll leave with practical shifts you can apply immediately.
Marketing Algonquin (Aug)
A small, in-person marketing conversation for NJ Marketers to talk shop.
No pitching. No panels. Just smart people and great food. Reserve your seat.
From Scramble to System: The Content Production Team Framework (May)
Most founders generate ideas faster than their teams can publish them. Learn the three roles that turn content chaos into a scalable system.
Marketing Algonquin (May)
A small, in-person marketing conversation for NJ Marketers to talk shop.
No pitching. No panels. Just smart people and great food. Reserve your seat.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet every other Tuesday (pretty much) at 11 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
StoryBrand Your Business
— Nashville, TN —
StoryBrand Your Business
A Hands-On Messaging Workshop with Donald Miller, Facilitated by Annie Figenshu
Spark (Downtown Nashville)
In a market flooded with noise, your brand has to stand out to survive.
Once you get your message right, sales will follow, because customers will understand what’s in it for them. In this workshop, you’ll create a short, simple message that removes confusion. When you stop making customers think, they start buying.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet every other Tuesday (pretty much) at 11 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
How to Talk About Your Business So People Actually Buy
If your marketing feels inconsistent or your sales conversations take too long, the issue may not be your offer. It may be how you’re talking about it. In this live session, Annie Figenshu, StoryBrand Certified Guide and Owner of Downstage Media, will walk through seven proven principles that help businesses clarify their message, capture attention, and drive real revenue. You’ll leave with practical shifts you can apply immediately.
From Scramble to System: The Content Production Team Framework
Most founders generate ideas faster than their teams can publish them. Learn the three roles that turn content chaos into a scalable system.
How to Talk About Your Business So People Actually Buy
If your marketing feels inconsistent or your sales conversations take too long, the issue may not be your offer. It may be how you’re talking about it. In this live session, Annie Figenshu, StoryBrand Certified Guide and Owner of Downstage Media, will walk through seven proven principles that help businesses clarify their message, capture attention, and drive real revenue. You’ll leave with practical shifts you can apply immediately.
Marketing Algonquin
A small, in-person marketing conversation for NJ Marketers to talk shop.
No pitching. No panels. Just smart people and great food. Request an invite.
Simple Social Media, Live
A 90-minute live workshop for small teams who want a simple, strategic system for showing up on social media — without the overwhelm. Includes a hardcover copy of Simple Social Media, the limited-edition PAGER zine, and bonus tools to help you save time, stay consistent, and stop second-guessing every post. Register now.
Simple Social Media Book Signing at CEX in Author Alley
Annie Figenshu will be joining the incredible lineup of Tilt Publishing authors at this year’s Content Entrepreneur Expo. signing copies of Simple Social Media (newly re-released under Annie Figenshu) and connecting with fellow creators. Swing by Author Alley in the Networking Lounge to say hi, grab a signed copy, and talk content that actually connects. Annie would love to see you there. Use code DOWNSTAGE100 to save $100 on your registration.
Email Strategy for the Overbooked and Understaffed
Most marketers and founders are too busy to use email marketing consistently. That leads to missed sales opportunities. Email Strategy for the Overbooked and Understaffed is a free workshop led by Mailchimp Pro Partner Annie Figenshu. You’ll get a system you can actually keep up with so you can stay top of mind.
Grow Your Email Audience
Most business owners aren’t sure how to get more email subscribers—let alone the right ones. This one-hour workshop gives you practical, proven ways to grow a high-quality list—no ads, no complicated funnels. You’ll learn how to create high-converting forms, use lead magnets that work, promote across platforms, and keep your list engaged so readers take action.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet every other Tuesday at 10 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals—together. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet every other Tuesday at 9 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals—together. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
The 3-Part Framework for Increasing Organic Traffic to Your Squarespace Website
Start attracting your perfect customers to your Squarespace website starting NOW! Learn about the framework that allowed Downstage Media’s resident website expert Jennifer Barden to 60X her website traffic—and how she teaches Squarespacers the same methods.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet every other Tuesday at 9 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals—together. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join the free every-other-week Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet Tuesdays at 9 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals—together. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
Before You Post Again: The Checklist Every Business Needs to Build a Real Strategy
You’re doing all the things, but your marketing still isn’t clicking.
In this keynote, you’ll get the StoryBrand-backed checklist to build a strategy that sticks.
Learn what to say, what to skip, and what to systemize.
Business Made Simple Accountability Group – Let’s Double Your Revenue (Together)
Join our free every-other-weekly Accountability Group for the Business Made Simple community. We meet Tuesdays at 9 AM ET to share wins, solve roadblocks, and set goals—together. Save your spot and start making real progress toward doubling your revenue.
StoryBrand Marketing Livestream
The StoryBrand Marketing Livestream. Led by Donald Miller and J. J. Peterson. Facilitated by Annie Schiffmann. Full registration information.
Simple Social Media (Nov 2024)
If marketing your brand makes you want to throw your phone against the wall it’s time to simplify your social media. Learn how to 3x - 5x your output, avoid burnout, and use AI. Register now.
Pitch Perfect: The One-Liner Workshop
Cut through the noise with a clear message.
Does your company have a snappy way of explaining what you do, or do you find yourself drowning in jargon and long-winded descriptions that leave potential customers scratching their heads?
Totally get it—when your business is your passion, it’s tough to boil down what you do into just a few sentences. But here’s the thing: if people don’t get what you do, they won’t buy. You need a one-liner that shines.
StoryBrand Marketing Livestream
The StoryBrand Marketing Livestream. Led by Donald Miller and J. J. Peterson. Facilitated by Annie Schiffmann. Full registration information.
Leveraging Email to Make Your Business Algorithm-Proof
Exclusively for members of Like Love Share: The Only All-Inclusive Creator Community Designed to Elevate Influencers at Every Stage of Their Journey
Small Business Flight School Monthly Q&A
Get your questions answered by StoryBrand marketing expert Annie Schiffmann. Exclusively for members of Small Business Flight School.
Close More Sales with the Power of Story
Let’s flip the script on how you feel about selling. This keynote plus Q&A is for business owners who get queasy at the thought of sales. We’ll walk you through the 5 key talking points you need for every sales conversation. You’ll leave feeling confident, ready to close more deals, and grow your business.
It's time to invite your customers into a story that helps them transform. Ready to sell with authenticity? Join us!
Please note: there will not be a replay.
Price to attend: $97
Simple Social Media (July 2024)
If marketing your brand makes you want to throw your phone against the wall it’s time to simplify your social media. Learn how to 3x - 5x your output, avoid burnout, and use AI. Register now.
StoryBrand Marketing Livestream
The StoryBrand Marketing Livestream. Led by Donald Miller and J. J. Peterson. Facilitated by Annie Schiffmann. Full registration information.
Pitch Perfect: The One-Liner Workshop
Cut through the noise with a clear message.
Does your company have a snappy way of explaining what you do, or do you find yourself drowning in jargon and long-winded descriptions that leave potential customers scratching their heads?
Totally get it—when your business is your passion, it’s tough to boil down what you do into just a few sentences. But here’s the thing: if people don’t get what you do, they won’t buy. You need a one-liner that shines.