How Storytelling Fuels Success and Self-Fulfillment with Andrew Buckley of the StoryCentric Podcast

Andrew Buckley, writer and producer of the StoryCentric Podcast, joins us to share his journey from aspiring screenwriter to accomplished storyteller and educator. With a background in film, creative writing, and marketing, Andrew brings a refreshing perspective on how humor, fantasy, and authenticity intertwine to create stories that genuinely connect with people. He explores the evolution of storytelling — from novels and podcasts to corporate communication — and highlights how self-awareness, discipline, and community play essential roles in building a fulfilling creative life.

Key Takeaways:

• 00:00 Introduction.

• 01:45 Early love for writing and film shaped Andrew’s creative path.

• 03:02 British humor shaped Andrew’s natural blend of wit and fantasy in writing.

• 06:20 The shift from film to novel writing simplified the creative process.

• 08:16 Many writers struggle with social media, yet it remains essential.

• 10:28 StoryCentric connects writers and creators through authentic conversations.

• 12:03 Storytelling is the core of communication, teaching, and marketing.

• 13:12 The StoryCentric Method revealed storytelling’s power to connect people.

• 15:33 True wealth comes from self-fulfillment and defining success on your own terms.

“We have to find the common through line in our stories, the things that interconnect us because that’s how we communicate, grow, and find opportunity.”

- Andrew Buckley

Resources Mentioned:

• Andrew Buckley
• The StoryCentric Podcast
• Vancouver Film School
• Jackson Hole Writers Conference

Connect with Andrew Buckley, Writer/Producer of the StoryCentric Podcast

Andrew Buckley LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/buckleyandrew/

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