WHY?
It’s the best question. This is our blog page, packed with insights and musings about the written word. Curiosity is key.

Salt & Sage Strategic Storytelling: what we do, why we do it and who we are
Welcome to the world of Salt & Sage Strategic Storytelling, where words come alive and narratives are crafted with purpose. We are Felicity Haythorn and Manfreda Cavazza, the wise wordsmiths behind the brand, and this is the story of why we do what we do.

Why strategic storytelling is so much more than a marketing buzzword
Everybody loves a story. Your children love one at bedtime (or more than one if they’re anything like ours). Your friends love to share a good yarn when you meet them for a drink. Your colleagues will whisper the latest gossip as you make a cuppa in the office kitchen (or message you on Slack). But what exactly is storytelling and how does it help your business? Here’s how using narrative strategically can strengthen your brand and create those all-important connections.

The Salt & Sage guide to meaningless marketing bullshit (and what words to use instead)
Personas. Avatars. Funnels. Mission, vision, values, USP. WTF?! Join us as we translate the most annoying jargon into clear, simple language so we can speak the language of business owners and brands on a level that works for us all.

Conquering content: how to create a strategy, plan with purpose and write with intention
How do you transform the ideas swirling in your head into compelling, engaging content that resonates with your audience? The answer lies in having a solid content strategy. Here we share our proven content writing process, turning what may seem daunting into a fulfilling endeavour.
