Signature Story Strategist
STORYLIZE
I help leaders RISE. And candidates WIN.
Your audience shouldn't just hear your messge.
They need to feel your story.
But story alone isn’t enough. It’s how you step into it- how you show up, speak, and connect, that inspires action.
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I help leaders transform their mission and experience into their most powerful asset: a Signature Story that doesn’t just inform but ignites.
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Your Signature Story isn’t one speech or pitch- it’s the collection of creative narrative content that shape how your audience sees you. These stories form the pillars of your identity, building trust, connection, and momentum.
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With nearly 20 years as a filmmaker and professor, I bring a director’s eye to leadership storytelling- sculpting your character, refining your arc, and helping you deliver it with the authenticity of a hero people want to follow.
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When your story resonates, your influence rises.
Let's make your message spark intrigue: book your STAND OUT Call.
The STORYLIZE syStem
Captivate hearts.
Earn trust.
STand out.
Rise.
I empower leaders and candidates running for office to lead with clarity, inspire with authenticity, and influence with integrity.
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Are you visionary, driven, and full of potential- but struggling to express your strongest assets with confidence? Do you believe deeply in your mission, yet feel stuck when it comes to communicating it in a way that builds trust and moves people?
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My mission is to help rising leaders and candidates craft powerful personal narratives and build a presence that reflects the strength of their character and vision.
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Leveraging my background as a filmmaker, professor, and someone who’s rebuilt his life after profound adversity, I help clients transform hidden potential into undeniable presence so they can lead movements, win hearts, and inspire lasting change.
RISE to where YOU BELONG.
Rajeev Nirmalakhandan
Signature Story & Creative Strategist
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I help leaders and candidates running for office craft their story, ignite their confidence and communicate with authenticity, clarity, and conviction so they stand out, inspire action, and rise.
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I know what it means to rise. I rewrote the story of who I was, turning adversity into strength, uncovering hidden assets, and building a presence and voice that reflected the leader I was meant to be. Now I help candidates like you do the same: tell your story in a way that earns trust, inspires confidence, and leaves a mark that won’t be forgotten.
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With nearly two decades as a filmmaker and professor, I’ve taught countless leaders how to communicate powerfully, connect authentically, and lead with the kind of heart and purpose that moves people to action.
As a father to a spirited 5-year-old daughter, I am deeply passionate about helping today’s leaders forge a better, more hopeful world for the next generation to grow up in.
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If you’re ready to turn the embers of your mission into a blaze, I’d be honored to help you rise.
​THE Storylize SYSTEM
Win Trust. Spark Momentum. Lead with a Story That Moves People.
A high-impact coaching experience designed to elevate your message and your presence.
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What you get:
✅ Personalized Coaching to Build Confidence & Clear Messaging: Speak with conviction in every speech, interview, and debate.
✅ A Signature Story That Connects: Craft a narrative that reflects your values and inspires voters.
✅ On-Camera Presence Coaching: Polish your delivery with filmmaking-based feedback and training.
✅ Launch-Ready Video Content: Create powerful launch videos, social ads, and story-driven scripts.
✅ Real-World Practice & Role-Play: Sharpen your skills with simulations and live feedback sessions.
✅ Cinematic Presence: Work directly with a filmmaker and storytelling coach who shapes your performance to compel your audience.
✅ Personalized creative strategies to engage audiences on social platforms to freeze their scroll and spark their attention.
The STORYLIZED transformations.
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Build unshakable confidence by transforming your personal story into a powerful asset.
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Craft and communicate your Signature Story to captivate, connect, and inspire lasting trust.
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Shape your public persona with strategic, story-driven content that builds trust and excitement.
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Connect across audiences through empathy, sharp humor, and a compelling vision.
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Rise from setbacks with resilience—and use creativity to lead, influence, and inspire change.
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Lead with presence, poise, and persuasive conviction that moves people.
What they said.
Joseph E, executive chef / co-founder
"From our first interaction I was inspired and focused on what my goals were!"
Andrea
"There are no words to describe how this gentleman made me feel. He cares with compassion and genuinely wants to help you. I'm in awe right now. Thank you."
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Jeremy E.
"First and foremost, Raj is an absolutely fantastic human being! I’ve already had some phenomenal perspective shifts."
ShaToya H.
"Raj was very professional and caring… thank you for all your help."
Danielle B.
"There’s so much I can say about my experience with Raj, he has been absolutely amazing and such an asset. I’m so glad I found him. He’s truly a blessing"
Matthew K.
"Rajeev is great at identifying strengths and then motivating you within those strengths... he helped me reach my best potential and surpass my personal goals."
Christian G
"I loved every minute talking to Raj. Would recommend for sure!!"
