#54: Nir Zavaro | How Losing Everything Led Nir Zavaro to Reinvent Branding through Storytelling

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In this episode, Ross Drakes sits down with Nir Zavaro—author, entrepreneur, and master storyteller. From teaching celebrities to rollerblade to scaling a 7-figure marketing agency and becoming a global speaker, Nir’s journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the transformative power of storytelling. This conversation unpacks the highs, the lows, and the lessons learned along the way.

Takeaways:

• "Storytelling isn’t just marketing, it’s how you build real connections that last."

• "Failure is just a step in the process. Learn from it, grow, and keep moving."

• "Big change starts with small, intentional steps, don’t underestimate them."

• "Playing it safe is risky. Growth requires boldness."

This episode goes beyond Nir’s story, we talk about embracing authenticity, turning setbacks into stepping stones, and using storytelling as a superpower for growth. If you’re ready to transform your approach to life and business, this episode is a must-listen.

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More About Nir Zavaro

Nir Zavaro is a storyteller, adventurer, and entrepreneur who lives for the thrill of doing things differently. He’s built a 7-figure marketing agency, sold a SaaS platform, and has been teaching the art of storytelling at universities and colleges since 2014.

As the author ofF*ck the Slides—a best-selling book that’s helped founders pitch better, sell more, and leave boring presentations behind, Nir knows how to turn stories into impact. He’s also penned two novels and is currently working on his next book,The Business Catcher: Why We’re All Building Brands the Wrong Way and How to Fix It (a work in progress, with a title that’s just a little too long, he admits).

Since 2022, Nir has been traveling the world, sharing his wisdom on storytelling in over 40 cities, from Brazil to Australia. This year, his adventure continues through Southeast Asia, Amsterdam, Portugal, South Africa, possibly even Uganda or Mexico. Wherever he goes, Nir’s mission is simple: to help people connect through stories and inspire them to think bigger about their brands and businesses.

When he’s not teaching or writing, Nir is chasing adventures, meeting new people, and soaking in the stories the world has to offer. If you’re lucky enough to catch him in your city, don’t miss the chance to hear him speak—you’ll leave inspired, energized, and ready to tell your story like never before.