- Life Before
- Catalyst
- Realization
- Journey
- Obstacles
- Transformation
- Why?
- Outcome
- Final Story
Use the Oracle to Craft Your Origin Story. Your Origin Story is not a résumé or an academic record (That’s boring!). Show your audience you understand them and are the ideal person to guide them to success.
Each tab contains several examples that continue throughout the sections.
Enter the elements of your story and then hit “Next” to proceed to the next step.
Describe Life Before the Big Change
Story 1: I was working as a middle manager with no prospects for advancement.
Story 2: I was working two jobs to feed my family and I had no time for living.
Story 3: I was overweight and asthmatic.
Story 4: I came up with a great product but no one would buy it.
Story 5: I had been successful for 30 years but had grown bored and depressed.
Story 6: I was bored with chores on the farm. I wanted to go to the academy.
What Event Made You Decide to Change?
Story 1: I got laid off for no good reason after 12 years of service.
Story 2: My landlord sold the property, and I had nowhere to go.
Story 3: My doctor told me I had diabetes and wouldn’t live long unless I changed.
Story 4: I watched someone successfully sell a far inferior product to mine.
Story 5: One day I drove right past the office and sat in the park all day without even calling in!
Story 6: My droids ran away. Then I met Obi Wan, and found a message from the princess
What Was Your Big Realization?
Story 1: I’d have to find happiness and build success on my own.
Story 2: I had big ideas I’d done nothing with. It was time to be creative.
Story 3: Other people were slim and fit. Other people lost weight. Why not me?
Story 4: Anyone can learn to sell effectively. My problem was my attitude and lack of training.
Story 5: Success is measured in happiness, not in money. Time to find new success.
Story 6: I discovered my father was a Jedi and that I needed to act to save the princess and the galaxy.
What Journey Did You Decide to Make?
Story 1: I spent an hour a day on YouTube teaching myself how to write code.
Story 2: I wrote down my ideas, prioritized them, and started taking action.
Story 3: I found a lifestyle and exercise coach.
Story 4: I read 20 books on sales in 20 weeks and attended workshops.
Story 5: I sold the business and started working through my bucket list.
Story 6: I journeyed into space and studied the ways of The Force.
What Obstacles Did You Face?
Story 1: I spent as much time doubting myself as I did learning.
Story 2: I still had to feed my family while I climbed out of the pit.
Story 3: I cheated on my diet at times and slid backward before I found my footing.
Story 4: All the theory wasn’t the same as persuading real people to say “Yes.”
Story 5: Friends and family said I was “crazy to throw away my success.”
Story 6: I struggled to acquire new skills, and I confronted Darth Vader and the Death Star.
How Did This Journey Change You?
Story 1: I donated my first project to a charity and started getting referrals. Now my practice is growing.
Story 2: I realized the naysayers were afraid for themselves. My life became fulfilling, and I became an example.
Story 3: I discovered that all the theory wasn’t enough; real-world practice was key.
Story 4: I faced my insecurities head-on, and now I feel more empowered than ever.
Story 5: I recognized the importance of mindset over material success and transformed my life.
Story 6: I became a Jedi and a key player in the rebellion.
Why Are You Sharing Your Story?
Story 1: It’s never easy to bootstrap your way to success, but it can be done with the right strategies and support.
Story 2: Many people are struggling, often fighting themselves, but there are ways to find your power.
Story 3: Any habit can be broken with guidance, and the rewards are rich.
Story 4: Thousands of people have learned to sell without feeling sleazy, and you will too.
Story 5: Wealthy people can be unhappy; it’s important to realign priorities and find happiness.
Story 6: We must all find our hidden magic powers and use them to defeat evil.
What Will Others Gain From Your Story?
Story 1: Build a successful business with minimal capital.
Story 2: Discover 7 mindset hacks that will help you find success.
Story 3: Overcome bad habits and unhealthy lifestyle choices to grow well-being and self-esteem.
Story 4: Get people to say yes by conquering your fears and biases.
Story 5: Stop feeling guilty about feeling unhappy. Find fulfillment after success.
Story 6: Learn the ways of The Force and succeed despite overwhelming odds.
Your Origin Story
This tab contains the story elements you entered previously, plus instructions combined into an AI prompt.
Use the “Copy ChatGPT Prompt” button at the bottom to copy the text. Then paste it into your favorite AI and you’ll receive two versions of your origin story—one in “you” language and the other in first person. Use these as guides and then edit, rewrite, personalize, and polish!
