Podcasts about chief storytelling officer

Pre-Order The Chief Storytelling Officer HERE: https://amzn.to/4eihvql"Commercials interrupt people. Shows invite them into the story world. That is the difference between traditional marketing and storytelling." — Rain BennettYour marketing campaign strategy is perfectly executed... and it still flops. The visuals are crisp, the copy is tight, and nobody cares. In this solo episode, Rain breaks down the real reason most marketing fails: it isn't a production problem, it's a storytelling problem. When your marketing isn't rooted in a clear brand purpose, it becomes what Rain calls "story yelling," which is loud, scattered, and ultimately forgettable. This is the fifth installment of the Narrative Operating System series, and it's where brand building and marketing strategy finally collide.Rain walks through how the Chief Storytelling Officer fits into your marketing function. Not to replace your CMO, but to ensure every campaign, every message, and every piece of content traces back to the brand narrative your company intentionally chose. The CSO's job isn't to ask "does this say what we want to say?" It's to ask "does this make people feel what we want them to feel?" That distinction is the entire difference between brand storytelling and traditional advertising.Using Yeti, Cali BBQ, and the Neuroendocrine Cancer Foundation as case studies, Rain shows how the most effective marketing strategies aren't campaigns at all—they're story worlds. He introduces the Content Cascade model as a practical framework for building tent pole projects, supporting stories, and audience amplifiers from a single unified brand messaging strategy. And before you go, he breaks down which metrics actually reflect meaningful connection (watch time, saves, comments, shares) and which vanity metrics to stop reporting on entirely. If your brand purpose is clear but your marketing still feels scattered, this episode is your blueprint. In this episode, you will learn to:Understand the difference between story yelling and storytelling—and which one your brand is currently doingUse the Content Cascade model to build tent pole projects, supporting stories, and audience amplifiers from a single narrativeReplace vanity metrics with story metrics that actually measure connection and community growthAvoid the traps of trend chasing, channel hopping, and virality chasing that derail most marketing strategiesAudit your last 10 pieces of marketing to see if they stem from one unified brand narrative or exist as isolated piecesLINKS AND RESOURCESEpisodes Referenced:EP 225 → Brand: How It Feels to Be Part of Your Story WorldEP 230 → Product: Where Your Story Gets ProvenGuest Referenced → Sean Walcheff, Cali Barbecue Media → https://www.calibbq.mediaOrganization Referenced → Neuroendocrine Cancer Foundation → https://www.ncf.net/Book → The Chief Storytelling Officer by Rain Bennett → Coming August 25th https://amzn.to/4eihvqlFor more storytelling tips and strategies, visitWebsite → https://rainbennett.comPodcast → https://thestorytellinglabpodcast.comOr follow along at:TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefstorytellingofficerTwitter/X → https://twitter.com/rainbennettInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/rainbennettFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/thestorytellinglabYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@RainBennett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Your product is not the features, the specs, it's not what you ship. The product is the experience, the transformation that your customer goes through. It's the change in their lives. That's what you're selling." — Rain BennettYou can have a bold vision, a clear mission, and a brand people believe in... and still fail. Because none of it matters if your product doesn't deliver. In this solo episode, Rain breaks down the fourth layer of the Narrative Operating System: Product, the moment where your story is either proven or broken. Using Nike's grassroots origins and screenwriting software Highland Pro as case studies, Rain shows how the best brands don't build products for their customers—they build them with them. He also introduces the Hub and Spoke Model as a practical framework for keeping every feature and offering tied back to your core brand narrative, and walks through the most common product traps (feature bloat, trend chasing, and data misreading) that cause brands to drift and fracture over time.In this episode, you will learn to:Reframe your product as the moment your brand story is proven, or exposedUse the Hub and Spoke Model to keep every product feature tied to your core narrativeBuild with your customers instead of for them by treating listening as a storytelling strategyUnderstand where the Chief Storytelling Officer sits in the product conversation and why it mattersAvoid the three biggest product traps: feature bloat, trend chasing, and misreading data without contextEpisodes Referenced:EP 216 → Vision: The Big Future Story (https://www.thestorytellinglabpodcast.com/items/the-real-reason-your-brand-feels-disconnected)EP 220 → Mission: How You're Going to Get There (https://www.thestorytellinglabpodcast.com/items/%E2%80%9Cvision-is-what-inspires-your-people.-mission-is-what-activates-and-organizes-them.%E2%80%9D)EP 225 → Brand: How It Feels to Be Part of Your Story World (https://www.thestorytellinglabpodcast.com/items/the-real-brand-difference)Guest Referenced → Nelson Farris, first Chief Storytelling Officer at NikeGuest Referenced → John August, screenwriter and founder of Highland ProPodcast Referenced → Scriptnotes with John August and Craig MazinSoftware Referenced → Highland Pro → https://www.highland.appBook → The Chief Storytelling Officer by Rain Bennett → Coming August 25th (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chief-storytelling-officer-b-rain-bennett/1149080177?ean=9781636988115)Substack → Subscribe for more NOS content → https://rainbennett.substack.comFor more storytelling tips and strategies, visit:Website → https://rainbennett.comPodcast → https://thestorytellinglabpodcast.comOr follow along at:TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefstorytellingofficerTwitter/X → https://twitter.com/rainbennettInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/rainbennettFacebook → https://www.facebook.com/thestorytellinglabYouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@RainBennett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracy Lauer, Director, Archives and Chief Storytelling Officer at Anheuser-Busch, joins Megan Lynch in-studio. She talks about the history of Budweiser, its consistent recipe, and previews the celebration of the 'birth' of BUDWEISER 150 years ago.

"Marketing might be how you get the first date. But to get the second and third date and hopefully form into a relationship, you have to have a brand." — Rain BennettBrand isn't your logo, your color palette, your fonts, or your tagline.Brand is the story others tell about you. And in this solo episode, Rain breaks down exactly how to influence that story before it gets told without you. As part of the ongoing Narrative Operating System framework from his upcoming book The Chief Storytelling Officer, this episode is your practical guide to building a brand that goes deeper than decoration.Rain walks you through two foundational tools: the Brand Pyramid and the Brand Bible. Using real-world examples from Patagonia, Liquid Death, Apple, Yeti, and even his own mother's real estate business in Eastern North Carolina, he unpacks how the most powerful brands in the world built identity, loyalty, and community.Whether you're building something from scratch or realizing your current brand has drifted off course, this episode gives you the framework to get it back on track. From finding your one-word North Star to running a voice test on your content, Rain arms you with tools you can use this week, and a mindset that will serve your brand for the long run.In this episode, you will learn to:Distinguish between the three types of story every brand carries — the story you tell yourself, the story you tell others, and the story others tell about youBuild your Brand Pyramid from the ground up, starting with a single guiding word that informs every decision you makeCreate a Brand Bible that keeps your voice, visual identity, and messaging consistent across your entire team and every platformUse real brand case studies (Patagonia, Liquid Death, Yeti, Apple) to reverse-engineer what makes brand identity actually stickEvolve your brand intentionally over time through a cycle of inspiration and reflection — without losing who you areEpisodes Referenced:EP 216 — Vision: The Big Future StoryEP 220 — Mission: How You're Going to Get ThereEP 150 — Brand Essence & the Brand Pyramid (Deep Dive)EP 219 — Shane Lucas on Design as StorytellingBook Mentioned: The Chief Storytelling Officer by Rain Bennett → Pre-order now! Release date: August 25thBook Recommendation: If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face? by Alan AldaFor more storytelling tips and strategies, visit: Website → https://rainbennett.com Podcast → https://thestorytellinglabpodcast.comOr follow along at: TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@chiefstorytellingofficer Twitter/X → https://twitter.com/rainbennett Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rainbennett Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thestorytellinglab YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@RainBennett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your Story Is Your Greatest Asset: Building a Narrative Operating System That Drives Real GrowthGuest: Rain Bennett, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Author and Fractional Chief Storytelling Officer Host: Julie RigaWhat if your story was not just a marketing tactic but the very strategy that drives transformation, alignment, and legacy in your business? In this episode of the Stay On Course Podcast, host Julie Riga sits down with award-winning filmmaker and Fractional Chief Storytelling Officer Rain Bennett to unpack the power of storytelling as a leadership and growth strategy. Rain reveals how founders can build a narrative operating system that aligns brand, product, sales, and culture into one cohesive belief system. A masterclass in purpose-driven leadership and authentic communication for founders and leaders ready to build a lasting legacy.Your Story Is Your Greatest Asset: Building a Narrative Operating System That Drives Real GrowthAbout Rain BennettRain Bennett is an award-winning documentary filmmaker with over 20 years of experience. As the host of the Storytelling Lab podcast and a Fractional Chief Storytelling Officer, he helps growth-stage companies transform scattered messaging into a clear narrative operating system. His forthcoming book The Chief Storytelling Officer releases August 25, 2025 and is available for pre-order on Barnes and Noble.Fun Fact: Rain grew up on the coast and loves fresh local seafood. His favorite? Raw oysters cracked open right on the pier.What We CoverStorytelling Is the Strategy Storytelling is not a marketing add-on. It is the operating system for your entire organization. The transformation lives in the receiver of the story, not the teller. You must hook people emotionally before any information can land.Narrative vs. Stories Your brand narrative is the overarching mission and change you want to create in the world. Your brand stories are the infinite individual moments that support it. Once this is clear, story opportunities appear everywhere, from a LinkedIn post to a full documentary.Co-Authoring with Your Community Great brand narratives are collaborations, not monologues. Like Nike sending reps to track meets to listen to runners, you must build deliberate systems to find and capture your stories.Everyone Is a Brand Storyteller From the CEO to the server at your restaurant, every human touchpoint is a chapter in your brand story. Culture starts from the top, but the story is lived by everyone on your team.Your Story Is Your Only Unique Asset Skills can be acquired. Tools can be replicated. But nobody on this earth has your path. Your story is the single most valuable asset you own and it is usually the most overlooked.Memorable Quotes"The power of storytelling lies in the receiving of the story, not the teller. That is where the transformation is.""Your story is the only unique thing that you or your brand can ever truly own.""It is not transactional, it is transformative. They are trying to change something in the world."Key TakeawaysYour story is your most powerful and irreplaceable strategic assetStorytelling is the operating system for your whole organizationBuild deliberate systems to listen and co-author your narrative with your communityEvery team member is part of your brand storySelf-leadership and inner clarity are the foundation of authentic purpose-driven storytellingConnect with Rain BennettWebsite: rainbennett.comPre-Order: BarnesandNoble.comPodcast: The Storytelling Lab#StayOnCourse #LeadershipStorytelling #NarrativeStrategy #PurposeDrivenLeadership #ChiefStorytellingOfficer.Subscribe to Stay On Course wherever you listen to podcasts. Share this episode with any founder or leader ready to lead with story as strategy.

If you think storytelling is just for the stage, think again. In this week's episode of Consulting Matters, I sat down with not one but two former Disney executives—brothers Bob and Rick Allen—who know the real power of story: not just to entertain, but to lead, influence, and change minds. Their Disney roots run deep (102 years combined, starting with their dad, who worked alongside Walt himself). But what they reveal goes far beyond theme parks and parades. Tune-in To Hear: Why story—not data—is the consultant's real superpower A behind-the-scenes look at how Disney embeds story into everything (including spreadsheets) The 6 storytelling elements every coach and consultant should master Why does how you share your ideas matter more than how smart your ideas are How to use story to influence even the most results-driven executives And yes, we swap some epic Disney tales, from launching resorts like Animal Kingdom Lodge to transforming a Disney division into a private company (and surviving 9/11 with a Navy contract!). If you love Disney, storytelling - or just want to coach and consult with more meaning - this episode is a must-listen. Chapters: 01:32 Disney Family Legacy and Its Impact 16:46 From Disney to Entrepreneurship 23:30 The Power of Storytelling 39:14 Engaging Through Anecdotes 43:54 Influencing Through Connection 56:32 Zenovation: Merging Mindfulness and Innovation 01:00:00 Tales of Mouse and Men: Insights from Disney 01:02:20 Building a Collaborative Network Next Steps: Notice where your message stops landing: Pay attention to the moments where you explain what you do, but people still look unsure. That is often a sign that the story is missing, not the expertise. Start with the picture before the process: In your next conversation or proposal, describe what changes when the work is successful before explaining how you get there. Stories help people see themselves in the outcome. Get support clarifying your message: If this episode made you realize you need help communicating the value of what you do, I created a free messaging guide to help. It includes four simple questions designed to help you move from confused to confident, with messaging that makes the right clients say, “Where have you been? I need you.” Download it here: https://www.betsyjordyn.com/confused-to-confident Other episodes you may enjoy: How to Shape What Clients Think You're Worth with Casey Brown (Ep143) Inside My Brand Messaging Process (and Why It Always Works) (Ep140) The Curse of Knowledge: Why Your Expertise Might Be Hurting Your Message (Ep139) About my guests: Rick Allen began his Disney career sweeping the streets of Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom, a role that launched a 43-year journey with Walt Disney World. Over the course of his career, Rick spent 24 years in executive leadership across theme parks and resort hotels, served on the grand opening team for Disneyland Paris, and led the operations design and opening of Disney's Art of Animation Resort. After retiring from Disney, Rick served as Chief Operating Officer for Give Kids The World and later as COO for the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games. He now consults with organizations in hospitality and experience design and serves on the board of Shepherd's Hope, a nonprofit providing free healthcare to the uninsured in Central Florida. Rick is passionate about unleashing the power of inspiration to elevate customer experience. Bob Allen is the Chief Storytelling Officer at IDEAS and brings decades of creative leadership from across Disney's entertainment and production legacy. He began his career in the entertainment industry as a musician at 16 and went on to hold key roles in Disneyland's Live Entertainment division, contributing to major productions including the Main Street Electrical Parade. Bob later worked as a writer and producer with Walt Disney Imagineering, helping develop attractions for EPCOT, and went on to lead film, tape, and multimedia production for Tokyo Disneyland. After relocating to Walt Disney World, Bob held senior leadership roles including Director of Film and Tape Production and Vice President of Disney Production Services, overseeing creative operations at Disney-MGM Studios. Today, Bob focuses on concept development, experience design, and branding, helping organizations harness the power of story to create meaningful, memorable experiences. About the host: Betsy Jordyn is a business mentor, brand messaging strategist, and former Disney consultant who helps purpose-driven consultants and coaches build profitable businesses rooted in their unique strengths. With over 20 years in the industry and a knack for turning big ideas into clear positioning, she's your go-to for strategy that aligns with your calling. And together, we're gonna have a conversation about what storytelling really is, why it matters so much more than most consultant-coaches realize, and how to use it to elevate your influence and impact.

You've likely heard the parable of two brothers with an alcoholic dad. One brother becomes an alcoholic, blaming his father and stating, "What else could I do?” While the other brother becomes a teetotaler, blaming his father and stating, "I watched my dad, and don't want to end up like him.” We all have things that happen in our lives, and we create a story about it, based around a perspective we think is true. We attach meaning, and we believe it. Even though we often change our perspective later. What would it be like if we questioned our perspective to begin with? A few years ago I sat down with Kindra Hall to discuss this. Kindra is a Wall Street Journal best-selling author, international speaker, and the former Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine. She wrote a book titled, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the Inside Out, which was my muse for our conversation. As you're about to hear, this isn't some Pollyanna positivity motivation. The point is to reveal how we are not writing about facts, but perspectives, and if we accept this, we can free ourselves. Find Kindra's book anywhere and connect with her at kindrahall.com. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“I am currently deeply involved with the process and the importance of creativity in the second half of life.” - Catherine BramkampIn this episode of How To Write the Future, “Writing Through Chaos: Creativity and Resilience with Catharine Bramkamp,” host Beth Barany chats with fellow writing and creativity coach Catharine Bramkamp. Catharine dives into why creativity matters in the second half of life and shares resources to keep your spark going. Together, they explore how life's chaos can actually fuel creativity and compare how artists in the past and today respond to turbulent times.ABOUT CATHARINE BRAMKAMPCatharine Bramkamp is a successful writing coach, Chief Storytelling Officer, former co-producer of Newbie Writers Podcast, and author of a dozen books including the Real Estate Diva Mysteries series, and The Future Girls series. She holds two degrees in English and is an adjunct university professor. After fracturing her wrist, she has figured out there is very little she is able to do with one hand tied behind her back. She delights in inspiring her readers.Website: https://catharine-bramkamp.com/Catharine Bramkamp books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Catharine-Bramkamp/author/B009NI5CN0Real Estate Diva Mystery Series: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0843TJ54YFuture Girl: https://www.amazon.com/Future-Girls-Changing-harder-looks-ebook/dp/B07NDF21Y8RESOURCESGET HELP WITH YOUR WORLD BUILDING - START HERE - Free World Building Workbook for Fiction Writers: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/world-building-resources/GET FREE WRITING COACHING LIVE ON THE PODCAST - Sign up for the 30-minute Story Success Clinic with Beth Barany: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/story-success-clinic/SHOW PRODUCTION BY Beth BaranySHOW CO-PRODUCTION + NOTES by Kerry-Ann McDadeEDITORIAL SUPPORT by Iman Llompartc. 2025 BETH BARANYhttps://bethbarany.com/Questions? Comments? Send us a text!--- CONNECTContact BethLinkedInCREDITSEDITED WITH DESCRIPT (Affiliate link)MUSIC: Uppbeat.ioDISTRIBUTED BY BUZZSPROUT: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1994465

“A story is a single arc of transformation. A narrative is the thread that connects them all.” — Rain BennettMost businesses think their biggest challenge is marketing. But what if the real issue is story misalignment?In this solo episode, Rain Bennett introduces the Narrative Operating System—a strategic framework designed to bring your brand's stories into alignment across every department: from vision and mission to product, marketing, advertising, and sales.This isn't just a branding tool. It's a storytelling system that ensures your internal culture and external messaging work in harmony.Rain breaks down each layer of the system and shows how companies can create a brand people don't just buy from, but they believe in.You'll learn why most teams default to their own version of the story, how that causes confusion and erodes trust, and how the Chief Storytelling Officer role solves that. If you've ever felt like your message was scattered or your content inconsistent, this episode gives you a clear roadmap to fix it for good!In this episode, you will learn to:Align every department with one cohesive brand narrativeBuild a storytelling system that fuels marketing, product, and salesUnderstand the difference between story and narrative—and why it mattersUse narrative to drive consistency, connection, and long-term loyaltyEmbrace the CSO role as the protector of your brand's story DNAFor more storytelling tips and tricks,Visit my website rainbennett.com or thestorytellinglabpodcast.comFollow me on TikTok @rainbennett.storyellerFollow me on Twitter @rainbennettFollow me on Instagram @rainbennettFollow me on Facebook @thestorytellinglab Subscribe to my Youtube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“A story is a singular arc of transformation. A narrative is the thread that ties all your stories together.” — Rain BennettIs telling your brand story enough to build a loyal audience?In this episode, Rain Bennett breaks down the essential but often misunderstood difference between brand story and brand narrative. While most marketers focus on crafting engaging stories, Rain explains why the real secret to lasting brand trust lies in building a clear, consistent narrative thread that connects everything you do, from vision to product to marketing and sales.He uses powerful metaphors—from Hamilton to the Bible to Christmas lights—to help you see the structure of your storytelling system in a new way.You'll also learn how the Chief Storytelling Officer is the guardian of that narrative, ensuring every department speaks in harmony. If you've ever felt like your content is scattered or your message is missing the mark, this episode will show you how to realign your storytelling, as well as your business.In this episode, you will learn to:Distinguish between brand story and brand narrative—and why both are essentialUse narrative as a strategic compass for every department in your businessBuild trust and loyalty by aligning all stories under one cohesive threadCreate a system (not just content) to sustain long-term brand impactStep into the Chief Storytelling Officer role and protect your narrative across platformsFor more storytelling tips and tricks,Visit my website rainbennett.com or thestorytellinglabpodcast.comFollow me on TikTok @rainbennett.storyellerFollow me on Twitter @rainbennettFollow me on Instagram @rainbennettFollow me on Facebook @thestorytellinglab Subscribe to my Youtube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The CSO needs a seat at every department's table—product, marketing, sales—because story threads through all of it.” — Rain BennettStorytelling isn't just about marketing anymore—it's about leadership, alignment, and growth.In this special 200th episode of The Storytelling Lab, Rain kicks off Season 14 by exploring the rise of a new essential role in business: the Chief Storytelling Officer.Whether you're at a massive company like Nike or a scrappy startup, someone needs to take responsibility for narrative consistency across your entire organization.Rain shares insights from his interviews with real CSOs, including Nike's Nelson Farris, and breaks down what this role looks like—why it matters, what it includes, and how to fill it (even if it's you). From establishing your brand's core “why” to ensuring cohesion across departments like product, marketing, and sales, the CSO is the linchpin of a modern brand. And as Rain writes his next book on the topic, he's bringing listeners along for the journey.This episode sets the stage for a season focused on clarity, alignment, and the systems that make brand storytelling sustainable.In this episode, you will learn to:Understand the purpose and impact of the Chief Storytelling Officer as a leadership role, not just a creative one.Translate your brand's purpose and vision into aligned stories across product, marketing, sales, and internal culture.Avoid misalignment and brand dilution by building a system of narrative cohesion from top to bottom.Identify the right person to fill the CSO role—whether that's you or someone already doing the work informally.Create trust and connection with customers, teams, and investors through one clear, consistent story.For more storytelling tips and tricks,Visit my website rainbennett.com, orFollow me on TikTok @rainbennett.storyellerFollow me on Twitter @rainbennettFollow me on Instagram @rainbennettFollow me on Facebook @thestorytellinglab Subscribe to my Youtube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaitlin Yarnall is the Chief Storytelling Officer at the National Geographic Society, one of the largest funders of individual storytellers and journalists in the world. A cartographer by trade, Kaitlin travels the world helping NatGeo Explorers—exceptional individuals in their fields—share their work in science, exploration, and education with millions of people. She joins the podcast to discuss storytelling with impact, her partnership with the John Templeton Foundation, and the exciting initiatives being covered at the National Geographic Society. Curiosity is a powerful force for exploring and understanding the world, but we also know the old saying, “Curiosity killed the cat.” How do we resolve this paradox? To learn more, read Curiosity Has Two Faces by Annelise Jolley.  Join our growing community of 200,000+ listeners and be notified of new episodes of Templeton Ideas. Subscribe today.  Follow us on social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. 

Featuring Daniel Jenkins, President, and Kristin Sukraw, Chief Storytelling Officer at StoryFind FilmsRecorded live at the Digital Ministry Conference 2025.In this engaging session from the 2025 Digital Ministry Conference, Daniel and Kristin explore the intersection of storytelling and data, offering powerful insights into how ministry leaders can use data to amplify the impact of their stories. Drawing from real-world experiences, including a heartwarming story of a young girl receiving a Braille Bible, they show how intertwining compelling data with storytelling can drive engagement, inspire action, and bring about measurable change.Integrating data into storytelling not only strengthens the narrative, but also makes it more memorable and impactful. Daniel emphasized the importance of surprising and relevant data, which captivates the audience's attention and builds trust. By utilizing Aristotle's Rhetorical Triangle—ethos, pathos, and logos—they demonstrated how data adds credibility and logic to emotional appeals, creating a more persuasive call to action.For digital marketers in ministry, this session is packed with valuable takeaways:How to incorporate data seamlessly into your storytelling for maximum impactThe importance of data mapping for more effective communicationWhy data needs to be surprising and memorable to drive actionPractical steps for using data to inspire change in your audienceTune in to this podcast to learn how to craft stories that resonate deeply with your audience and motivate them to engage with your ministry. Whether you're looking to enhance your donor appeal or inspire volunteerism, you'll walk away with actionable insights on using data to strengthen your ministry's storytelling efforts.Resources Mentioned in the Session:Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-jenkins-a3a75090/Connect with Kristin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristin-sukraw/StoryFind Website: https://storyfind.com/Kristin Sukraw Website: https://www.kristinsukraw.com/Lutheran Braille Workers: http://lbwloveworks.org/Learn more about Five Q Digital Marketing: https://www.fiveq.comFoundations of Storytelling – Free Training Session: https://storyfind.com/dmc2025

Video isn't just another healthcare marketing tool—it's rocket fuel for engagement, trust, and conversions. According to our recent podcast guest, Tony Gnau, Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer at T60 Health, “video can boost website conversions by 66% and email click-through rates by up to 300%,” making it a key lever for strategic growth.

Episode SummaryIn this solo episode, Nish explores how AI is transforming creative operations by shifting from traditional role scarcity to role abundance. He highlights how creative leaders can spin up AI-driven “roles” like Creative Brief Coach or Chief Storytelling Officer out of thin air, without budget constraints. Nish shares practical frameworks and examples to help listeners reorient their thinking around AI's infinite capabilities in speed, scale, and knowledge—setting the stage for a transformational 2025.Timeline • [00:01] - Intro: AI and your 2025 planning • [02:15] - Creative brief coach: Solving the briefing challenge with AI • [04:33] - Chief storytelling officer: Keeping ideas tied to the big narrative • [06:58] - AI roles: The rise of project prioritization advisors • [09:25] - New laws of work: Infinite scale, speed, and negligible costs • [11:51] - Example: Creating “Alex,” the AI workshop advisor • [14:11] - The mindset shift: Roles you'd create with “unlimited HR budget” • [16:33] - Personal productivity and team-level AI use cases • [19:00] - How to start leading AI transformation in 2025Key Takeaways • 1. Rethink Work Scarcity with AI: • Scale, speed, time, and knowledge are no longer scarce; AI enables infinite capacity at negligible cost. • AI allows creative leaders to spin up roles like Creative Brief Coach without additional budget. • 2. Create Strategic AI Advisors for Your Team: • Use AI to develop tools like project prioritization advisors and storytelling coaches. • These AI-driven “roles” fill knowledge gaps, reduce inefficiencies, and improve creative output. • 3. Practical AI Examples: • A Creative Brief Coach can improve the quality of submitted briefs by referencing past campaigns and data. • A Chief Storytelling Officer helps maintain brand narrative alignment throughout creative production. • 4. Mindset Matters: The New Laws of Work: • Leaders must reorient their thinking: With AI, infinite possibilities exist to innovate systems and roles. • Ask yourself: What roles would you create with unlimited HR budget? • 5. AI as a Collaborative Partner: • AI isn't about replacing people but about creating new roles that enhance productivity and creativity. • Teams benefit by offloading repetitive tasks to AI tools, freeing human capacity for strategic work. • 6. Start Small, Scale Fast: • Build a “personal productivity use case” with AI tools as a first step. • Expand to team-level AI advisors for more complex workflows like prioritization and brainstorming. • 7. AI Workshops and Implementation: • Nish introduces workshops to help creative operations leaders navigate AI's potential. • These workshops focus on understanding AI's fundamentals and building immediate, actionable AI strategies.

When the world seems so deeply divided, how can we step across barriers and preconceived notions to build avenues for conversation and collaboration? In this episode, Kaitlin Yarnall, Chief Storytelling Officer at National Geographic, argues that storytelling could hold the key.  National Geographic has become synonymous with eye-opening, awe-inspiring, perspective-shifting storytelling. They have been honing the craft for well over a century, telling stories that have helped to alter perceptions, build coalitions, pass legislation, and ignite movements. Kaitlin shares the components for effective storytelling, from the narrative elements to tapping into the right emotions and having a clear understanding of your audience and how to reach them. At S2G, we consider storytelling to be one of the key ingredients for the climate transition. This episode so beautifully illuminates the potential of storytelling and how to tap into its power to move audiences and bring more people into the conversation.Key Topics: Tapping Into Awe Instead of Fear: Kaitlin shares some of the research behind which emotions drive people to action. While fear, shame, and anger can motivate someone to act in the short term, emotions like awe, wonder, and hope can get people to think and act differently in the long term. Translating Science to Storytelling: According to Kaitlin, we need to bring characters into science stories, get creative with communicating scale, and maybe even do a little reframing of the scientific method. Knowing your audience: As Kaitlin says, “The audience is everything.” It is not enough to say you are creating something “for the public.” We have to have a very clear understanding of who we're speaking to and what they will relate to. Communicating about Climate: Kaitlin has a very simple message for those of us trying to communicate and educate about climate: We have to try harder. Polar bears don't move everyone. We have to reframe the conversation based on what different communities care about. Storytelling Tips and Tricks: Find the visuals, know the audience, and don't forget the humor. This content is for informational purposes only, should not be taken as legal, business, tax or investment advice, or be used to evaluate any investment or security, and is not directed at any investor or potential investor in any investment vehicle sponsored by S2G. Investing involves risk, including the risk of loss. Specific companies mentioned in this podcast are for educational purposes and should not be construed as an endorsement of any kind. Please note that S2G may maintain investments in some of the companies discussed on this podcast. All views of the guests on this podcast are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of S2G. Any past performance discussed is not indicative of future results. For more important information, please see s2gventures.com/disclosures.

In dieser Episode von Influence by Design geht es um Storytelling im Influencer Marketing. Daniel Jensen, ist Chief Storytelling Officer bei der frisch gegründeten Agentur Hirsch auf Löwe und bei ihm dreht sich alles ums Storytelling. Geschichten schaffen eine emotionale Bindung zu Marken - das ist das Credo der Agentur. Daniel betont die Bedeutung von Relevanz und Zielgruppenorientierung beim Storytelling. Zudem diskutieren wir die Herausforderungen bei der Umsetzung von Storytelling in der Marketingbranche und wie man steife Marketing-Lingo vermeiden kann. Wir sprechen auch über die Rolle von Creatoren als Botschafter für Marken und die Bedeutung des Zuhörens und Verstehens bei der Entwicklung von Storytelling-Kampagnen.Takeaways aus dieser Episode sind:Geschichten schaffen eine emotionale Bindung zu Marken und sind daher im Influencer Marketing sehr wichtig.Relevanz und Zielgruppenorientierung sind entscheidend beim Storytelling für Marken.Creatoren spielen eine wichtige Rolle als Botschafter für Marken und müssen die Story verstehen und sich damit identifizieren können.Das Zuhören und Verstehen der Marke und ihrer Ziele ist der erste Schritt bei der Entwicklung von Storytelling-Kampagnen. Vertrauen, Ehrlichkeit und Augenhöhe sind entscheidend für eine erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit zwischen Agenturen, Marken und Creators.Die Bezahlung von Agenturen und Creators sollte nicht nur auf Stundenbasis erfolgen, sondern auf der Grundlage von Ergebnissen und Zielen.Die Entwicklung von KI und die damit verbundenen ethischen Fragen werden die Marketingbranche stark beeinflussen.Der Sportmarketingmarkt wächst stetig und bietet Chancen für Agenturen, die sich auf Storytelling und die Aktivierung von Marken im Sport spezialisieren.Wir sind uns beide einig, dass Marken in ihrer Umgangsprache mit der Zielgruppe lockerer werden müssen. Ich wünsche Daniel viel Glück mit seiner neuen Agentur. Ich bin mir sicher, dass sie viel Erfolg haben wird.Der Podcast Influence By Design Podcast wird durch exklusives Sponsoring durch Tagger by Sproutsocial unterstützt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The biggest stages in the world are waiting to welcome you. Are you ready to take the stage? Let me teach you how…. Join The Elite Mastermind with me! There are only 20 seats available. Link here: https://heathermonahan.com/the-elite-mastermind/ In This Episode You Will Learn About:  Why storytelling is a crucial tool for upleveling your business  How the BEST leaders use storytelling to build trust The importance of choosing the stories we tell ourselves How to use stories to navigate the CHAOS around you Resources: Website: https://www.kindrahall.com/  Visit www.storyedgebook.com/ to receive an autograph with your book Read The Story Edge LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram: @KindraHall  Twitter: @kindramhall By popular demand, NetSuite has extended its one-of-a-kind flexible financing program for a few more weeks! Head to NetSuite.com/monahan  Visit heathermonahan.com Reach out to me on Instagram & LinkedIn Overcome Your Villains is Available NOW! Order here: https://overcomeyourvillains.com  Show Notes:  Are you using stories to your advantage? Today I have the illustrious Kindra Hall back on the show to tell us how to give our stories the EDGE! She is a renowned storytelling expert, bestselling author and powerful speaker. She will share with us how stories are the key to effective leadership, unshakable self worth, and thriving personal relationships. Get ready to uncover how storytelling isn't just good communication but a crucial tool in crafting a meaningful life and an effective business. It's time to tell your story! And I can't wait to hear it! If You Liked This Episode You Might Also Like These Episodes: #380: Unlocking The Fountain of Youth: The Proven Science Behind Age Reversal Secrets with Carolina Oliveira Co-founder & CEO at OneSkin #401: Listener Favorite- How To Get Motivated When YOU Aren't Feeling It, with Heather! #398: DECODE Your Interview Style: The Ultimate Strategy For Tailoring Your Approach for Success with Anna Papalia CEO of Interviewology, Author, Keynote Speaker, & Career Influencer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Job Hunting Podcast (227), we explored an often-overlooked aspect of career advancement: storytelling. The guest is Karen Eber, a keynote and TED Speaker, author, and Chief Storytelling Officer at Eber Leadership. Eber is also a seasoned corporate executive, who shared insightful anecdotes and utilized the power of storytelling throughout her career. Read the full blog on the website Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe NowLear More About Renata's career coaching and courses Timestamps to guide your listening:02:23 Personal Story: The Power of Storytelling05:01 The Role of Storytelling in Job Interviews07:44 Personal Story: The Impact of a Memorable Story15:32 The Importance of Capturing Your Stories17:17 Understanding the Brain's Role in Storytelling25:05 Addressing the Elephant in the Room26:49 Understanding the Interviewer's Mindset29:39 Deciding What Personal Stories to Share30:34 The Role of the Brain in Storytelling40:33 The Importance of Background and Context in Storytelling40:53 The Origin of 'The Perfect Story'44:04 Tailoring Your Story for Different Interview Stages48:45 Final Thoughts on Storytelling in InterviewsLinks mentioned in this episode:Karen Eber websiteThe Perfect Story: How to Tell Stories that Inform, Influence, and Inspire Connect with Karen Eber on LinkedInThe Irresistible Power of Storytelling as a Strategic Business ToolAbout the host, Renata BernardeHello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. Watch the Episodes on YouTubeFollow Renata on Social Media:LinkedInInstagramFacebookX / Twitter

Kindra Hall is the Chief Storytelling Officer at Success Magazine, the premier publication for the direct selling industry. She is also the best-selling author of Stories that Stick and Choose Your Story, Change Your Life. Learn to leverage the irresistible power of strategic storytelling for your business! 

Kindra Hall is the Chief Storytelling Officer at Success Magazine, the premier publication for the direct selling industry. She is also the best-selling author of Stories that Stick and Choose Your Story, Change Your Life. Learn to leverage the irresistible power of strategic storytelling for your business! 

What are good uses of video when promoting your private practice? In those situations, what makes a good vs. bad video? If it's so easy to do video today why don't more people do them? Today's guest does video in healthcare for a living and will bring some sanity to this discussion. Tony Gnau is the Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer at T60 Health, the healthcare video specialists. He's a three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist and 18 Telly Awards for corporate videos. He is also the author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller Lights, Camera, Impact: storytelling, branding, and production tips for engaging corporate videos. He has created videos for the likes of Walgreens, Aurora Healthcare, CommonSpirit, and Catholic Health Initiatives. Finally, Tony is a former USC Trojan football player, Star Wars geek, and a devoted husband and father. In this episode Carl White and Tony Gnau discuss:What it takes to do good video for private practiceGood uses of video in private practiceHow to use video appropriately to promote your private practice Want to be a guest on PracticeCare?Have an experience with a business issue you think others will benefit from? Come on PracticeCare and tell the world! Here's the link where you can get the process started. Connect with Tony Gnauhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tonygnau/ Connect with Carl WhiteWebsite: http://www.marketvisorygroup.comEmail:  whitec@marketvisorygroup.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/marketvisorygroupYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD9BLCu_i2ezBj1ktUHVmigLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/healthcaremktg 

This week on The Mindset Advantage Podcast,  I'm accompanied by Kindra Hall. Kinda is a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, highly sought-after keynote speaker, and Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine. Her work and research is entirely focused on the power of story-telling and how utilizing stories, both professional and personally, can yield significant positive results. Kindra has also a brand new book coming out January 11th that can be purchased wherever books are sold. Topics-The importance of story telling-How other people's stores impact yours-Advice for parents and coaches for creating a positive story for their children-What comes first, the event, or the story?-Understanding the four part storytelling process-Improving the tone of the story we tell ourselvesPurchase Kindra's new book and learn more about her at https://www.kindrahall.com and on Instagram @kindrahallIf you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave a rating and review as that makes my day and helps the show grow tremendously. Thank you all for the continued support - Enjoy the show!

Steve Multer, Chief Storytelling Officer and author of Nothing Gets Sold Until the Story Gets Told: Corporate Storytelling for Career Success and Value-Driven Marketing shares how to develop the audience-speaker relationship to build trust and move people to action.  Improve your storytelling immediately with my The ABTs of Agile Communications™ quick online course to learn the agile narrative framework that all influential business communication is built.  Grab your copy of The Narrative Gym for Business, a short guide on crafting ABTs for all of your communications.  Read Brand Bewitchery: How to Wield the Story Cycle System™ to Craft Spellbinding Stories for Your Brand.  #StoryOn! ≈Park  

Produced by Foundersuite (www.foundersuite.com), "How I Raised It" goes behind the scenes with startup founders and investors who have raised capital. This episode is with Robbie Crabtree of Founder Fundraising (https://www.founderfundraising.com/) a business that helps startup founders become a "Chief Storytelling Officer." In this episode we go deep into why creating a memorable "Founder Story" is the key to successful fundraising, how to paint a compelling vision, how to create a memorable opening hook, tips for drafting the pitch deck, how to build relationships with investors, tips for 1st, 2nd, 3rd meetings, and more. How I Raised It is produced by Foundersuite, makers of software to raise capital and manage investor relations. Foundersuite's customers have raised over $9.7 Billion since 2016. Create a free account at www.foundersuite.com.

Every business owner KNOWS they need some sort of video strategy, but often feel intimated on where to get started. Today's guest is going to guide us through how to build a foundational video plan centered around connection, how to layer video into an existing marketing plan, and the secret to harnessing the power of your brand story.Tony Gnau is an Emmy-award winning journalist, Chief Storytelling Officer, and more recently, the author of Lights, Camera, Impact: Storytelling, Branding, and Production Tips for Engaging Corporate Videos.Tony is the founder of T60 Productions which specializes in telling business' stories. He's responsible for amazing video content for big brands including United Airlines, Walgreens, U.S. Bank, and NBA All-Star Dwyane Wade. In addition to Tony's 3 Emmy awards, his company has also won 17 Telly Awards.  Learn more about the Time to Thrive Membership and other programs at www.TimeToThrive.Zone!

Kindra Hall, former Chief Storytelling Officer of Success Magazine, joins Josh Schachter, founder, and CEO of UpdateAI in this episode of the [Un]churned podcast to discuss - Importance of storytelling in business and a framework for compelling storytelling - Four types of stories: value story, founder story, purpose story, and customer story.- Activating customer stories- The founding story of UpdateAI- The importance of authenticity in storytelling was emphasized.The conversation ends with a recommendation for the book "Stories That Stick". 

As a business owner, becoming a skilled storyteller is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. I'm joined by Kindra Hall, bestselling author and Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine, to talk about the power of stories and how to use them to increase your impact.  Kindra reveals the most common mindset block people have when it comes to incorporating storytelling into their business and she shares ways to work through those limitations. We also get into the role that our internal dialogue plays in our success and ability to persist through challenges.    In this episode we talk about: Why it's vital to be mindful of the stories that we tell ourselves How to get started thinking about stories that can support your message  The main components to include in a compelling story Examples of how storytelling impacts businesses of all sizes and industries The four key stories every business owner should weave them into into their marketing plan    If you loved today's episode, please share your favorite takeaways or your own systems and processes by screenshotting this episode and tagging us on Instagram! Click HERE to text the word MENTOR to (602) 536-7829 for weekly business + mindset tips delivered straight to your phone! Not part of the Girl Gang Community yet? Join HERE: Girl Gang Membership   CONNECT WITH KINDRA Follow Kindra: @kindrahall  Learn more about Kindra: kindrahall.com   Get your copy of Kindra's books: kindrahall.com/books    CONNECT WITH POWERHOUSE WOMEN Follow Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_women Follow Lindsey: @llindseyschwartz Follow Hannah: @hannahmwells Visit the Powerhouse Women website: powerhousewomen.co Join the PW Community Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/powerhousewomencommunity

The stories we tell ourselves about ourselves have a big impact on the way we lead our lives. So, how can we recognize those self-stories and take control of them so they don't prevent us from accomplishing our goals?  Our guest on this episode is bestselling author Kindra Hall who is Success Magazine's Chief Storytelling Officer and author of the book, "Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the Inside Out".  Her website is https://www.kindrahall.com/     Zocdoc is the only FREE app that lets you find AND book doctors who are patient reviewed, take your insurance, are available when you need them and treat almost every condition under the sun.   On Zocdoc, you'll find quality doctors who focus on you, listen to you and prioritize your care.  Go to Zocdoc.com/NTM and download the Zocdoc app for FREE!  Then, find and book a top-rated doctor today.  Many are available within 24 hours.  If you have a symptom that you'd really like to get checked out, don't put it off any more!  Go to Zocdoc.com/NTM and download the Zocdoc app for FREE!

Did you know that almost 93% of brands say they got new customers due to the videos posted on their social media accounts? (According to HubSpot.) Yet, 60% of marketing teams struggle with creating engaging content. Enter Tony Gnau, Chief Storytelling Officer and founder of T60 Productions. Tony specializes in storytelling for business rooted in […] The post The Video Every Company Needs, With Tony Gnau first appeared on Business Creators Radio Show with Adam Hommey.

Tony Gnau is the founder of T60 Productions and author of the new book Light, Camera, Impact. His work is focused on helping brands of all shapes and sizes tell better stories through video. We discussed all of this and more, this week on the On Brand podcast. About Tony Gnau Tony Gnau is the Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer at T60 Productions. He's a three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, has led T60 Productions to win 18 Telly Awards for its corporate videos, and is the author of the book Lights, Camera, Impact: Storytelling, Branding, and Production Tips for Engaging Corporate Videos. Finally, he is a former USC Trojan football player, Star Wars geek, and a devoted husband and father. Episode Highlights “There are a bunch of hurdles with video!” Tony laughed as we began. I confessed to being challenged by DIY video. Video is a part of everything. But how do we use it better? “Video is a tactic but it's a tactic that needs its own strategy.” What brand videos does the video guy like? I couldn't wait to ask Tony this. “GoPro does such a great job with user-generated content.” He also pointed us to J.Crew which creates engaging behind-the-scenes videos about how they chose colors. What brand has made Tony smile recently? Tony told us about the videos from Milwaukee Tool Company that feature the organization's own in-house rock band. To learn more, go to TonyGnau.com and the T60 Productions website. As We Wrap … Listen and subscribe at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon/Audible, Google Play, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeart, YouTube, and RSS. Rate and review the show—If you like what you're hearing, be sure to head over to Apple Podcasts and click the 5-star button to rate the show. And, if you have a few extra seconds, write a couple of sentences and submit a review to help others find the show. Did you hear something you liked on this episode or another? Do you have a question you'd like our guests to answer? Let me know on Twitter using the hashtag #OnBrandPodcast and you may just hear your thoughts here on the show. On Brand is a part of the Marketing Podcast Network. Until next week, I'll see you on the Internet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A while back, I talked about how one of the most important future jobs will be the Chief Storytelling Officer. In this episode, I break down how to become one, step by step. This is simply a prediction. However, the trends are looking very close to us evolving toward a storytelling universe. Especially in our work atmosphere. For more topics on soft skills, be sure to follow me on my other socials: CONNECT WITH ME:

How do you define yourself outside of your job? Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer at Witness My Life Shereese Floyd joins the Glow Up, Gyrl podcast to discuss the importance of establishing a personal brand and the power that comes with knowing you belong in every room you enter.Connect with ShereeseLinkedIn: Shereese Floyd Email: shereese@witnessmylife.orgStay connected to Glow Up, Gyrl! Follow us @glowupgyrl for more updates! Visit glowupgyrl.com for more podcast episodes. Watch podcast episodes on our YouTube channel. Chat with us via email at hello@glowupgyrl.com.

Stories that Stick (ft. Kindra Hall)A master storyteller on what works, what matters, and what doesn't work or matterOPENING QUOTE:“We get to know people through their stories, and they're asking themselves in that moment as you come out on stage: "I'm spending the next hour with this person, do I like them? Do I connect with them? Do I feel like they're related to me in any way? Do I trust them?”-Kindra Hall:GUEST BIO:Kindra Hall is the best selling author of Stories That Stick: How Storytelling Can Captivate Customers, Influence Audiences, and Transform Your Business. Kindra is one of the busiest keynote speakers on the scene, helping global brands better communicate the value of their company, their products and their individuality through strategic storytelling. She's also the Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine, where she shares the inspiring, often untold stories of achievers like Daymond John, Deepak Chopra, James Altucher and Misty Copeland in print and on the podcast SUCCESS Stories with Kindra Hall.Links:WebsiteFacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeCORE TOPICS + DETAILS:[6:00] - The Four Key Elements of a Great StoryKindra's secret sauce for amazing storytellingKindra lists four key components of great storytelling— First, they need an identifiable character. It can be you or someone else, but it needs to be someone your audience can identify with.Next, a story needs authentic emotion. It doesn't have to make your audience cry, but it needs to make them feel something. Third— a story needs a moment. It's a point in the story where the listener can “come in and sit right there next to you,” experiencing what you or the main character experienced.Finally, a story needs specific details. This adds to the image your audience is creating in their minds, making your story more vivid and impactful.[14:48] - Intros & EndingHow Kindra thinks about two of the most important parts of a keynoteWhen it comes to intros, Kindra has a strong stance: “Always start with the story.” That's how your audience will get to know you, much more than listing out your credentials or resume.As far as endings, Kindra ties all the concepts she's gone on to discuss back to that original story. It brings everything full-circle, and helps solidify the concepts discussed because they tie back to her original narrative. This leaves a lasting impression and ties emotion and feelings to the intellectual side of what's been discussed.[22:36] - Kindra's Storytelling HeroesInfluential names you may not knowKindra lists her mentor, Donald Davis, as one of her storytelling heroes. She cites his traditional storytelling chops and ability to make life's everyday moments have power and value as one of her biggest inspirations. Kindra also lists the opening story of Glennon Doyle's book Untamed, despite its status as being considered “overhyped.” It clearly struck a chord with a wide range of people— the hallmark of a great story.[29:16] - Kindra's Storytelling No-NosTaking a stand against emotional manipulationTwo things Kindra feels strongly about in stories and keynotes— don't cry, and don't tell stories that have no purpose other than to make your audience cry. Becoming emotional onstage might feel like it will convey vulnerability and impact, but the truth is that it takes the focus off your audience and puts it on you. You're meant to be the deliverer of the message, not the central star of the message.Meanwhile, Kendra says that while stories should be emotionally resonant, they also need to tie back to your message on an intellectual level. Ask yourself what the purpose of a story you share actually is— if it doesn't go any deeper than “making the audience cry,” cut it out.[32:52] - More than an OvationKindra's real measure of a great keynoteMany speakers measure success in standing ovations. But Kindra uses another metric. Does anyone come up to her after the keynote and ask to discuss its message with her further? Does anyone speak to her about speaking at another event? These are signs that she's made a lasting impression after leaving the stage and concluding the event. That's the true measure of keynote success.RESOURCES:[23:02] About Donald Davis[24:02] Untamed, by Glennon Doyle[24:40] New York Times Metropolitan DiaryFollow Kindra Hall:WebsiteFacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramYouTubeFollow Josh Linkner:FacebookLinkedInInstagramTwitterYouTubeABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter it's starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is sponsored by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner is a Creative Troublemaker. He believes passionately that all human beings have incredible creative capacity, and he's on a mission to unlock inventive thinking and creative problem solving to help leaders, individuals, and communities soar. Josh has been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which sold for a combined value of over $200 million and is the author of four books including the New York Times Bestsellers, Disciplined Dreaming and The Road to Reinvention. He has invested in and/or mentored over 100 startups and is the Founding Partner of Detroit Venture Partners.Today, Josh serves as Chairman and Co-founder of Platypus Labs, an innovation research, training, and consulting firm. He has twice been named the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and is the recipient of the United States Presidential Champion of Change Award. Josh is also a passionate Detroiter, the father of four, is a professional-level jazz guitarist, and has a slightly odd obsession with greasy pizza. Learn more about Josh: JoshLinkner.comSPONSORED BY IMPACTELEVEN:From refining your keynote speaking skills to writing marketing copy, from connecting you with bureaus to boosting your fees, to developing high-quality websites, producing head-turning demo reels, Impact Eleven (formerly 3 Ring Circus) offers a comprehensive and powerful set of services to help speakers land more gigs at higher fees. Learn more at: impacteleven.comPRODUCED BY DETROIT PODCAST STUDIOS:In Detroit, history was made when Barry Gordy opened Motown Records back in 1960. More than just discovering great talent, Gordy built a systematic approach to launching superstars. 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Lois Melbourne is the co-author of the newly released science-fiction novel, "Moral Code", a book about ethical artificial intelligence. Lois has also written two children's books and is the former co-founder and CEO of Acquire, a global technology company which provides talent management solutions.Lois now calls herself the Chief Storytelling Officer - a great title! She has a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.Episode NotesLois Melbourne's book, "Moral Code" is a book about the power of artificial intelligence and and an AI who's mission is to defend against child abuse and trafficking. The book features strong female STEM characters and is a wonderfully written, thought provoking science fiction novel. Lois shares how she got started writing fiction and her enjoyment that comes from this new career for her.Lois spent nearly 20 years as the CEO of Acquire, a company she co-founded with her husband. They also co-authored "Moral Code" and work well together! Lois shares her career journey and how she navigated the technology space as a young, female CEO a couple decades ago and the challenges and opportunities it brought her.Music used in the podcast: Higher Up, Silverman Sound StudioAcronyms, Definitions, and Fact CheckMoral Code - Dr. Keira Stetson has two passions: ethical artificial intelligence—AI with a conscience—and creating technology that improves children's lives. Trapped in an earthquake-flattened building with a half-dozen panicked five-year-olds, she fears the worst. When billionaire Roy Brandt leverages his mysterious nanite technology to rescue them, she's both grateful and intrigued. Impressed by his prototype technology but alarmed at its potential for exploitation, Keira merges her company with Brandt's. The merger gives Keira access to much-needed funds for the development of her own tech, and access to Brandt's powerful minuscule robots. In turn, she and her AI assistant, Elly, embed Keira's trademark Moral Operating System in Brandt's nanite SmartDust to rein in its power. But Brandt's technology has been kept secret for a reason. Though he's adamant about using the Dust to improve life, not destroy it, corporate raiders and the military have other ideas. They want to weaponize Brandt's nanites. Suddenly, everything Keira has worked for is in jeopardy. Exposed to the worst humanity has to offer, she and Elly must fight to use this newfound tech for good and keep it out of the wrong hands…before it's too late. (https://www.amazon.com/Moral-Code-Lois-Melbourne-ebook/dp/B0B44H9FH7/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=moral+code&qid=1668562601&sr=8-1)Moral Code Available Nowhttps://www.amazon.com/product/dp/0997679204Proceeds of Moral Code go to the following organizations: www.preventchildabuse.org and www.thorn.org. The STEM Club Goes Exploring (My Future Story) https://www.amazon.com/STEM-Club-Exploring-Future-Story/dp/1626343039/ref=sr_1_2?crid=33SYV7698AOT0&keywords=lois+melbourne&qid=1668562707&sprefix=lois+melbourne%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-2)Kids Go To Work Day (My Future Story) (https://www.amazon.com/Kids-Work-Day-Future-Story/dp/1626343861/ref=sr_1_3?crid=33SYV7698AOT0&keywords=lois+melbourne&qid=1668562707&sprefix=lois+melbourne%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-3)A nanite is a microscopic robotic device, and a form of nanotechnology that was built by manipulating atoms. Nanites were small eno

Kindra Hall discussed the power of storytelling to create change, expand influence, and inspire growth in business and in life. Kindra sheds light on how stories influence your daily life, your career/business, your relationships, and the people around you. She also gives advice and strategies for overcoming the negative stories that are holding you back from being your best self. Choose your story, change your life. How can stories and storytelling impact your growth as a human and even the growth of your business? They can either slow it down or speed it up… and in this episode, we're diving into that head first! Kindra Hall is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and the go-to expert for storytelling in business and beyond. Kindra is also the Chief Storytelling Officer at Success Magazine where she shares the inspiring, often untold, stories of achievers like Daymond John, Deepak Chopra, James Altucher, and Misty Copeland in print and on the podcast, Success Stories with Kindra Hall.   Follow Kindra Hall @kindrahall Follow Chase on Instagram @chase_chewning Follow him on Twitter @chasechewning   Key Highlights We become our stories. We're made up of stories. What does that mean? Listen in as Kindra breaks it down and shares a fun exercise you can do to see how many stories you're made up of and how those stories have shaped you. Fear, especially fear of failure, often comes from the stories we've subconsciously held onto for our entire lives. This leads to inaction, stagnancy, and a lack of growth. How can we overcome this?  If we look at what influences us, there might be a story behind why we're influenced by those things… Listen in to hear Chase and Kindra's thoughts on this intriguing phenomenon. Kindra speaks on whether or not we need to be mindful of how our stories passively influence others. If you're struggling with the emotions from old stories and the struggle is keeping you stuck, ask yourself: Are there stories since that time that exhibit the characteristics that I want to become, that I'm working towards, or that I'm proud of? Show yourself the receipts to prove that you have evolved from those old stories. Episode resources: Get 5 FREE travel packs of AG1 at https://www.AthleticGreens.com/everforward  Save 10% on Ketone-IQ for pure focus, energy, and cognition with code CHASE at https://hvmn.me/CHASE Subscribe and watch on YouTube Get Choose Your Story, Change Your Life Visit her website

This week is a blast as we explore some very creative business strategies with Tony Gnau. Content marketing is a tool that Tony relies on heavily to add value to his customers while also building his credibility and drawing in new clients. We look into taking the time to audition your clients to find ones that align with your core values and then working those clients into a retainer system that creates consistent income and a mutually beneficial relationship between you and your client! Key Takeaways Use quality content marketing to set yourself up as an expert in your field and draw in quality clients. Be proactive to think about both the short term AND the long term strategy or your life and business. Use the retainer business model to create consistent income with clients you want to work with. Make sure you are clear on your core values and audition clients to find ones who mesh with those values.  About Tony Gnau Tony Gnau is the Founder and Chief Storytelling Officer at T60 Productions. He's a three-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, has led T60 Productions to winning 17 Telly Awards for its corporate videos, and is the author of the book Lights, Camera, Impact: storytelling, branding, and production tips for engaging corporate videos. He has created videos for the likes of CommonSpirit Health, Walgreen's, Catholic Health Initiatives, United Airlines, US Bank, Goose Island Beer Company, as well as NBA legend Dwyane Wade. Tony has written over 700 blog posts on video marketing and also speaks on the subject to communications professionals at conferences such as Content Marketing World. Finally, Tony is a former USC Trojan football player, Star Wars geek, and a devoted husband and father. In This Episode [0:00] Welcome to the show [5:14] Meet Tony [7:32] Finding fulfillment in visual storytelling [9:34] The immense value of Content Marketing [19:27] Video production client retainer model [25:06] Auditioning for clients that align with your core values [31:26] Details of Tony's retainer system [35:17] How to bring out your client's story [39:59] Best practices for interviewing [44:23] Tony's book [49:48] Outro Quotes "Do both. Don't just think short term, play the long game. In all of the things that you are doing. In investing with your money, investing in relationships, investing in your business.” [17:07] “When you have this retainer thing setup and someone signs up for it, it's like holy cow, we just get a check every single month!” [21:44] “We want to tell stories and we want to do the job that we enjoy doing but at the end of the day we are doing it for money so let's set ourselves up for as much success in that area that we can.” [24:43] “Instead of just out of desperation taking on any client, it's like hey let's just dig in a little bit here and let's make sure that we both are going to benefit from this relationship. If we do, then we're both winning.” [26:24] Links FREE Workshop Available "How to Consistently Earn Over $100k Per Year in Video Production While Working Less Than 40 Hours Per Week" Get the ASCEND Method Cheat Sheet Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Find Tony Gnau online  Follow Tony Gnau on Facebook | Twitter Connect with Tony Gnau on LinkedIn Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram What's your question for the podcast? Share a video or audio response! Check out the full show notes page If you haven't already, we'd love it if you would take 1 minute to leave us a review on iTunes!

Kindra Hall is a best-selling author and the former Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine, whose work teaches individuals and brands to harness and leverage the power of their stories. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Becoming successful is an ongoing process, and your pain in your entrepreneurial journey is not what defines your success or will make you successful. 2. Storytelling is fundamentally the building block of what makes our species who we are today. 3. Think about the essential thing that you want right now and trust in the fact that a story is a thing that is going to get you there. Use that story to propel you forward. Check out and sign up to get messages from Kindra - Kindra's Website Sponsors: HubSpot: A platform that's easy for your entire team to use! Learn how HubSpot can make it easier for your business to grow better at Hubspot.com! ZipRecruiter: Outstanding talent is crucial for a successful business. And if you're hiring, you can find talent for any role at ZipRecruiter. Try it for free today at ZipRecruiter.com/fire! Shopify: The platform trusted by millions of entrepreneurs to create their online store - and so much more! Sign up for a FREE trial today at Shopify.com/onfire!

Kindra Hall is a best-selling author and the former Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine, whose work teaches individuals and brands to harness and leverage the power of their stories. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Becoming successful is an ongoing process, and your pain in your entrepreneurial journey is not what defines your success or will make you successful. 2. Storytelling is fundamentally the building block of what makes our species who we are today. 3. Think about the essential thing that you want right now and trust in the fact that a story is a thing that is going to get you there. Use that story to propel you forward. Check out and sign up to get messages from Kindra - Kindra's Website Sponsors: HubSpot: A platform that's easy for your entire team to use! Learn how HubSpot can make it easier for your business to grow better at Hubspot.com! ZipRecruiter: Outstanding talent is crucial for a successful business. And if you're hiring, you can find talent for any role at ZipRecruiter. Try it for free today at ZipRecruiter.com/fire!

In this special episode, we'll be speaking with Nick Van Weerdenburg, founder and CEO of Rangle. More than a CEO, Nick is also known as the Chief Storytelling Officer of Rangle. Rangle is a scaled experience engineering consultancy built from the ground up on digital-first talent, team, technology, and agile practices. We'll be hearing from Nick on what it means to be the chief storytelling officer of Rangle. We'll uncover how storytelling forms the basis of Rangle as a consultancy – from promoting their culture internally to their approach in working with clients externally. Stay connected with Nick on LinkedIn or check out Rangle. Show Notes 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Nick's career journey and how he founded Rangle 03:58 - How storytelling forms the basis of Rangle 09:12 - The concept and role of a chief storytelling officer 13:04 - Why is storytelling important for brands in the present and future? 16:15 - How do stories promote Rangle's culture internally? 24:22 - Rangle's approach in storytelling when working with clients 29:52 - 3 tips for doing storytelling successfully 33:30 - Brands who are nailing storytelling - Uniqlo, Nike, Tesla 37:58 - Fun questions with Nick

I'm back with best-selling author and the former Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine, Kindra Hall, to walk through her personal values, motives, and habits in the key areas of life fulfillment so we can hear what has driven and does drive her to lead us in the stories we write about our lives, and design a life that fulfills her. In episode 1042, the longest show I've ever published, Kindra and I talked about…story. Specifically the message in her new book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life. Here we go behind the scenes into the ever evolving story she is writing in her current life. The Cliff Notes I think you'll want to hear more about, regarding her spirituality she pondered that her purpose is easy when she understands it, but hard when she doesn't. A key for her health and wellness is to consider the most essential uses of her time. On mental health, Kindra said she is consistently paying attention to what is working, and what isn't. And being aware that what did work might not anymore. In work and career we got to talking about our propensity to feel we need to put in a solid week, 40 hours or whatever, when so often, as she said, "I can create magic in only 10." We ended on achievements and I think you'll be curious to hear how Kindra views her own story regarding what she wants to achieve, as she admits that she's currently aware the big achievements so often did not provide as much fulfillment as the achievements she wasn't even looking for, like yesterday's testimonial from a teacher about her child's character. Kindra is the 191st guest I've had on my show and is one of the most thoughtful and interesting conversationalist I've experienced. Find her book anywhere and connect with Kindra at kindrahall.com.Self-Help(ful) is presented by Ziglar, the most trusted brand in personal and business development impacting over 250 million people worldwide. Visit Ziglar.com to see how they can inspire your true performance. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We all wake up every day and participate in what we feel is simply our reality. Yet it's truly a storyline we've created, or accepted, or feel we are forced to live and in that case, agreed with and submitted to. For you, which is it? This is not some hoodoo guro motivation that life is make-believe and we simply decide to have it be something else better. That is offensive. But it is interesting how we live our daily lives and we let things like marriage, children, getting hired or fired from a job, an injury or even a windfall of money, totally change our story. If that's the case, can't we not only do things to change our stories for the better, but can we also change our perspective of our stories right away and make things better? And I have with me, Kindra Hall. Kindra is the best-selling author and the former Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine, whose work and research teaches individuals and brands to harness and leverage the power of their stories. Her first book, Stories that Stick debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List and Forbes said it “may be the most valuable business book you read." Inc.com said her newest book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life is "the business book you need to read in 2022." I however read this new book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life and felt it was a must-have conversation for…all of us. As humans. And what follows is my longest interview to date because the topics are so profoundly important. Find her book anywhere and connect with Kindra at kindrahall.com. Self-Help(ful) is presented by Ziglar, the most trusted brand in personal and business development impacting over 250 million people worldwide. Visit Ziglar.com to see how they can inspire your true performance. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We had an incredible opportunity to sit down in person with Ralph Loura, the SVP CIO at Lumentum, for a special two-part conversation at The CIO 100 Awards in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Ralph's leadership journey encompasses some of the most well-known technology and consumer products companies around. Along the way, he's been recognized time and again as an inspiring, transformational CIO whose innovative approaches create real business value. But that's not all there is to Ralph Loura. He also plays a few other vital “roles” for his team: the Chief Truth Telling Officer, Chief Storytelling Officer, Chief Motivation Officer, and the Chief Sustainability Officer. In part one, we open up Ralph's playbook to unpack his superpowers of truth-telling and storytelling, and how he cuts through the noise to communicate effectively and with clarity. In part two, we explore how Ralph motivates his teams as well as his work to improve sustainability in the tech industry. Join us for part 1 as we discuss: How to earn a “seat at the table” in significant conversations and meetings How to take inspiration from multiple sources to focus on solving problems in unique ways How leaders become more effective when they get out of the mix and widen their perspective. Why leaders need to cut through the noise with clear communication so their team can unite around a clear mission in order to collaborate and innovate The importance of research, preparation, and “the meeting before the meeting” when making big decisions More information about Ralph Loura and today's topics: LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphloura/ Company Website: https://www.lumentum.com

Kindra Hall - Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine, Keynote Speaker, and WSJ Bestselling Author of Stories That Stick [Stories That Stick]ABOUT NICK GLIMSDAHLSubscribe to my bi-weekly newsletterFind me on TwitterFind me on LinkedInLISTENER SUPPORTPurchase Nick's books: Reasons NOT to Focus on Employee Experience: A Comprehensive GuideApparel: https://www.teepublic.com/user/press-1-for-nick Support this show through Buy Me A CoffeeBOOK RECOMMENDATIONS:Learn about all the guests' book recommendations here: https://press1fornick.com/books/ BROUGHT TO YOU BY:VDS: They are a client-first consulting firm focused on strategy, business outcomes, and technology. They provide holistic consulting services to optimize your customer contact center, inspiring and designing transformational change to modernize and prepare your business for the future. Learn more: https://www.govds.com/ This podcast is under the umbrella of CX of M Radio: https://cxofm.org/Podcast-Shows/ SPONSORING OPPORTUNITIES:Interested in partnering with the Press 1 For Nick podcast? Click here: https://press1fornick.com/lets-talk/ 

Kindra Hall is a sought-after keynote speaker, the former Chief Storytelling Officer at Success Magazine and host of the Success Stories Podcast, and the bestselling author of Stories That Stick: How Storytelling Can Captivate Customers, Influence Audience, and Transform Your Business, and Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the inside Out. Since telling her first story in 1992, Kindra has become the go-to expert for storytelling in business and beyond.  In today's episode, we talk about the story behind Kinda's books and the unique experiences of  each book's success. Kindra also shares how her internal dialogue has changed over the years and she gives her younger self some valuable advice. PLUS, Kindra gives us the framework of Event, Story, Response, Result, and we get to hear a bit about her anticipated third book. In This Episode You'll Learn:  [ 5:38 ] The story behind Kindra's new book: Choose Your Story, Change Your Life [ 9:31 ] The story Kindra has told herself in the past about her books and her success [ 15:30 ] Kindra's framework: Event, Story, Response, Result  [ 20:54 ] How Kindra is reckoning with her own paradigm shift  [ 31: 28 ] Kindra's advice to her younger self  Soul Shifting Quotes: “Stories are the most powerful tool, whether it's inner or outer stories, that humans have.” [06:15] “There are a lot of things that we don't have control over, but we do have control over the stories we tell ourselves.” [09:01] “You can tell yourself the stories that make you take the action that you want that will lead to the results that you desire that will compound to the life that you deserve.” [18:37] “You don't know what could be next.” [35:00]    Links Mentioned:  Learn more about Kindra on her website: www.kindrahall.com and be sure to follow her over on Instagram: @kindrahall

Welcome to an episode with a sought-after keynote speaker and a National Champion storyteller, Kindra Hall. Get Kindra's book here: https://amzn.to/3sRmOp3 In this episode, Kindra spoke about the importance of understanding the power of stories that an individual tells and believes and how it impacts our daily lives. She discussed how self-stories influence everything you do, everything you say, and everything you are. Kindra Hall is President and Chief Storytelling Officer at Steller Collective, a consulting firm focused on the strategic application of storytelling to today's communication challenges. Kindra is one of the most sought-after keynote speakers trusted by global brands to deliver presentations and training that inspire teams and individuals to better communicate the value of their company, their products and their individuality through strategic storytelling. What began as a chance encounter at age 13 with a storytelling cassette tape grew into a passion for not only telling stories, but a mastery for teaching others the methods and science of storytelling so they can better tell their own. Kindra was a National Champion storyteller, a member of the Board of Directors of the National Storytelling Network and has her master's degree in communications where she conducted original research studying the role of storytelling in defining and revealing organizational culture. She is a former Director of Marketing and VP of Sales. Today, Kindra's work can be seen at Inc.com, Entrepreneur.com and as a contributing editor for SUCCESS Magazine. Kindra's message spans all industries and her clients include Facebook, Hilton Hotels, Tyson Foods, Target, Berkshire Hathaway and the Harvard Medical School. Her much anticipated book will be released by Harper Leadership in the fall of 2019. Regardless of the industry, Kindra has become a conference favorite for her clients. The blend of inspiration and education in her keynotes mean that audiences leave feeling excited and equipped to finally put their stories to work in a tangible way. Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the Inside Out. Kindra Hall: https://amzn.to/3sRmOp3 Enjoying our podcast? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

How can your inner narratives help you overcome your limiting beliefs? Kindra Hall, Chief Storytelling Officer at Success Magazine, bestselling author, and speaker has always had a fascination for storytelling and how it can elevate your business and your life. She shares how to use her 4 step methodology to install new stories that serve you, why it's important to celebrate your wins, how to communicate a story that sticks with your audience, and how you can deal with impostor syndrome by finding evidence of your success. - Join Cathy at her retreat, May 25-27th! Cathyheller.com/retreat - More of Kindra at https://kindrahall.com/ - Get Kindra's book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life https://www.chooseyourstorychangeyourlife.com/ - Follow Kindra on Instagram @kindrahall - Thanks GoodRX! For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions go to GoodRX.com/DREAMJOB - Thanks TurboTax Live! Visit turbotax.com to learn more

We cannot change what has happened to us. However, we can choose to tell better stories, ones that move us towards our goals instead of keeping us stuck or pulling us backwards. Kindra Hall, the storytelling expert, is relaying some of her BEST tips when it comes to using stories to reach success in our lives and in business. Our lives are created based on the stories we tell ourselves. Kinda shares how to lean into the narratives that are in line with our intentions. Kindra is the best-selling author of Stories that Stick: How Storytelling Can Captivate Customers, Influence Audiences, and Transform Your Business. Stories that Stick debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List and Forbes said it “may be the most valuable business book you read.” Her highly anticipated second book, Choose Your Story, Change Your Life: Silence Your Inner Critic and Rewrite Your Life from the Inside Out, which was released January 11, 2022. She is also known for her work as a keynote speaker and Chief Storytelling Officer at SUCCESS Magazine. In this episode, Kindra dives deep into personal storytelling and how to create a narrative that supports a higher version of you. Connect with Kindra: @KindraHall Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's guest on Influential Women is a professional storyteller who teaches leaders, executives and entrepreneurs across countless industries to harness and leverage the power of their stories. Her book, Stories that Stick debuted at #2 on the Wall Street Journal Bestseller List and Forbes said it “may be the most valuable business book you read." In 2020, she became the Chief Storytelling Officer of SUCCESS Magazine where she interviews icons like Deepak Chopra and Misty Copeland in an effort to hear and share their stories of success. She is based in New York City with her husband and two children. Find out more about Bestselling author and professional storyteller, Kindra Hall.