Show notes
Matthew Dicks returns to show us how far we’ve come—and how far storytelling can still take us. In this intimate chat, he shares:A real-time founder pitch exerciseHow to use AI (ChatGPT!) without losing your voiceThe Homework for Life habit—now an app!Tips on asking better questionsA playful Lightning RoundWhen we recorded: I was struck by how different—and deeper—this conversation felt compared to last year. It reminded me that the Escape 9 to 5 journey is about continual growth, reflection, and connection. I learned so much, and can’t wait for you to experience it too.🕒 Chapters00:00 – Intro & Hook01:18 – Ice‑Breaker: “Two‑Minute Life Trailer”05:22 – Rewind & Reflect: Since We Last Spoke11:45 – How to Pitch as a Founder – Live Exercise29:41 – Using ChatGPT to Enhance Storytelling36:26 – What’s Homework for Life & New App?44:00 – How to Ask Better Questions49:39 – Lightning Round🔗 Key Links– Watch last year’s conversation with Matthew → https://youtu.be/HWdh3wRo8o0?si=vb4IoX8HWh8ngZEi– 📚 Matthew’s book, Storyworthy https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37786022-storyworthy– ✏️ Homework for Life app (iOS) https://apps.apple.com/us/app/homework-for-life- Connect with Matthew: https://matthewdicks.com/

