Stir the Pot: Adding a Dash of Debate to Your Business Story

Remember how we talked about telling awesome stories for your business? Well, today we’re going to learn about a spicy trick to make your stories even more interesting. We call it “Stirring the Pot“!

What Does "Stirring the Pot" Mean?

  1. When you’re cooking soup, you stir the pot to mix all the flavors. In marketing, “stirring the pot” means mixing in ideas that might make people think, talk, or even disagree a little. It’s like adding a dash of spice to your business story!

Why Would You Want to Stir the Pot?

  1. It Gets People Talking: When you say something a little surprising, people want to chat about it.
  2. It Makes People Curious: Stirring the pot can make folks want to learn more about your business.
  3. It Helps You Stand Out: In a world full of businesses, being a little different can help you shine!
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How to Stir the Pot (Gently!)

Remember, we’re not trying to upset anyone. We’re just adding a little zing to make things interesting. Here are some ways to do it:

1. Challenge a Common Idea

This is where you talk about overcoming big challenges to create your business.

Example: Who says lemonade has to be yellow? Our purple beetroot lemonade is delicious AND fun!

2. Do Something Unexpected

Surprise people by doing something they wouldn’t expect from your type of business.

Example: We’re a car wash, but we also teach kids about saving water. Clean cars, clean planet!

3. Ask a Thought-Provoking Question

Get people thinking with a question that doesn’t have an easy answer.

Example: What if homework could be fun? Our tutoring service turns studying into a game!

4. Merge Opposite Ideas

Put together two things that don’t usually go together.

Example: Vegetables in cookies? Our zucchini chocolate chip cookies are yummy AND healthy!

Important Things to Remember

  1. Be Kind: Never say mean things about people or other businesses.
  2. Be Honest: Only say things you really believe.
  3. Be Ready to Talk: If people ask questions, be ready to explain your ideas.
  4. Keep it Light: We’re trying to get people interested, not upset.
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Fun Activity: Gentle Pot-Stirring

Let’s practice stirring the pot for these imaginary businesses. How could you make them a little more interesting?

  1. A regular ice cream shop
  2. A typical dog-walking service
  3. An ordinary math tutoring class

Think About It!

  • Have you ever seen a business do or say something that made you go “Huh, that’s different!”? How did it make you feel?
  • If you had a lemonade stand, what could you do to make it different from all the others?
  • Can you think of a fun way to stir the pot for your favorite hobby or school subject?

Remember, stirring the pot is about being playfully different, not about causing trouble. It’s a way to make people smile, think, and remember your business. So go ahead, give that pot a little stir and see what fun ideas bubble up!

Song: Stir it Up!

Verse 1:
Listen up, young maverick, here’s a secret to share
To make your story sizzle, add some flair to the air
Not to ruffle feathers, but to spark a chat
Stir ideas gently, thoughtfully, imagine that!

Pre-Chorus:
Challenge common ideas, do the unexpected
Ask some tricky questions, get minds connected
Merge opposites together, watch the interest grow
That’s how you stir the pot, and steal the show

Chorus:
Stir it up! Get them talking
Stir it up! Set minds walking
Add a dash of spice, make ’em think twice
Stir it up! Watch your business rise

Verse 2:
Purple lemonade, who says it must be yellow?
Car wash saving water, now that’s one smart fellow
Homework that’s fun? Now that’s a thought
Veggie cookies sound weird, but they hit the spot

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Bridge:
Be kind and honest, as you stir away
Ready to explain, what you have to say
Keep it light and playful, that’s the golden rule
Stirring up ideas, can be super cool

(Chorus)

Outro:
Ideas are bubbling, your creativity’s alive
Stir that pot of thoughts, watch your business thrive
With gentle provocation and a dash of flair
You’ll create a buzz beyond compare!