Podcasts about stories worth telling project

What makes you feel confident walking into a new room?  For a lot of us our automatic response might feel “feeling prepared.”  Feeling like you know everything and can take on anything.  And while that sounds good in theory, I'd argue true confidence involves being comfortable with the idea that you don't have to know everything. I call it the “in the know trap.”  This need to be a subject matter expert and read every resource possible can sometimes be a sign of fear.  It's like the fear of failure, fear of being judged or fear of missing out has us pervasively take on this ‘must be in the know' persona. True confidence in yourself is trusting that you have the ability and power you need as you are.   When we come from a posture of love, we are comforted in knowing if we don't know, we know we have the capability, competence and resourcefulness to find out. My guest today is the one and only Nikki Groom!  She's been hailed as “a force of nature” and “a rising superstar”, Nikki Groom is on a mission to help rising women leaders recognize their worthiness, own their power, and amplify their impact - without checking their integrity at the door.  She is the author of "A Power of Your Own: How to Ignite Your Potential, Uncover Your Purpose, and Blaze Your Own Trail in Life and Business", a business, brand and marketing strategist, and the creator of the Movement Makers Mastermind: a small business growth accelerator for women entrepreneurs. Nikki hosts the Movement Makers podcast, is the Founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, and acts as an adviser for social entrepreneurs and enterprises. She has been involved in dozens of projects and partnerships that focus on empowering women in business.  Today we discuss:  A Power of Your Own: This is the title of Nikki's book and an important idea when we talk about selling from love.  Nikki talks about her own experiences with fear and shares a story of how she overcame it and stepped into her power.    Entrepreneurship as a self-development journey: We've talked about this before-- when your business becomes you your success seems intrinsically tied to how you see yourself. Nikki shares her learnings on this journey and how self-love and acceptance are fundamental to your success.  “Lead by Example”: This is Nikki's phrase of the year and something all of us can try to improve upon.  Nikki and Finka discuss the ripple effect that leadership can have on the emotional wellbeing of a team. I can't wait for you to listen in and to learn how to find a power of your own as Nikki Groom shows us her way.   PS: If you loved this episode, please head on over to your podcast app to rate and give us a review. We need your help in sharing the Sell From Love message with others.  Finka and the SFL podcast team appreciate you for listening and spreading the word.

Episode #19 No matter how much you feel like you don't belong, don't let that stop you from pursuing your goals. Dream big - because until you do, you'll never know what you're capable of. Strive to become your most authentic self. Indulge in doing what you want to do and continue learning new ideas and concepts to improve yourself. Your biggest failure can turn into a learning opportunity. You must be self-aware enough to acknowledge your shortcomings and learn from your missteps. Position yourself to be your best in what you're doing. In this episode, Nikki Groom talks about the road to becoming a successful coach, the struggles that come with being a coach, and how to overcome them.   A Bit About Nikki Hailed as “a force of nature” and “a rising superstar”, Nikki Groom is on a mission to help rising women leaders recognize their worthiness, own their power, and amplify their impact - without checking their integrity at the door. She is the author of A Power of Your Own: How to Ignite Your Potential, Uncover Your Purpose, and Blaze Your Own Trail in Life and Business, a business, brand, and marketing strategist, and the creator of the Movement Makers Mastermind: a small business growth accelerator for women entrepreneurs. Nikki hosts the Movement Makers podcast, is the Founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, and acts as an adviser for social entrepreneurs and enterprises. She has been involved in dozens of projects and partnerships that focus on empowering women in business. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigroom/ Website: https://www.nikkigroom.com/

Hailed as “a force of nature” and “a rising superstar”, Nikki Groom is on a mission to help rising women leaders recognize their worthiness, own their power, and amplify their impact – without checking their integrity at the door. She is the author of A Power of Your Own: How to Ignite Your Potential, Uncover Your Purpose, and Blaze Your Own Trail in Life and Business, a business, brand and marketing strategist, and the creator of the Movement Makers Mastermind: a small business growth accelerator for women entrepreneurs. Nikki hosts the Movement Makers podcast, is the Founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, and acts as an adviser for social entrepreneurs and enterprises. She has been involved in dozens of projects and partnerships that focus on empowering women in business. In this episode Nikki and I discuss… Our concept of worthiness and how that can hold us back from pursuing our happiness How shame looks in our day to day lives as women and how to release yourself from its grips Women’s credibility challenge  Finding freedom by giving yourself permission to fail Links “A Power of Your Own: How to Ignite Your Potential, Uncover Your Purpose, and Blaze Your Own Trail in Life & Business” the book, available from Amazon and other leading booksellers. Nikki’s website: https://www.nikkigroom.com/ Nikki’s Instagram: @NikkiGroom Free resources to help you amplify your impact: https://www.nikkigroom.com/ Download the first chapter of the book free: https://www.nikkigroom.com/book WTL Leadership Survey I’d love it if you could help me to do some research on the coaching and training that is most needed right now. I’ve put together a quick survey (5-10 minutes) to gather this information so I can make sure you are getting exactly what you need as a leader right now and in the near future. Go to womentakingthelead.com/survey to add your voice to this project. Thank you so much for your help! Sponsors Zebralove Web Solutions: Close your online marketing skills gap, learn how to remain relevant in a quickly changing marketplace, and get ongoing support in promoting your businesses online. Stay ahead of the game by signing up for these Digital Marketing Forum. Go to womentakingthelead.com/zebraworkshops to register. Resources Create Goals that are Worthy of you: If you are done with either pursuing vanilla goals, suffering through the struggle of goals that are not aligned with your strengths, or dealing with heartbreak of an unattainable goal this course is for you! Accomplished: How to Go from Dreaming to Doing: A simple, step by step system that gives you the foundation and structure to take your goals and make them happen.

Nikki is a messaging expert and a business, brand, and marketing strategist who is on a mission to help you amplify your impact and your income so you can create a life that is meaningful and fulfilling. She does that by helping you align your strengths and your values with the way that you lead so you can do more work that matters.Nikki is also the Host of the Movement Makers podcast and the Founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project.As a former coaching client of Dave's, Nikki and Dave discuss her journey to first-time authorship as she prepares to publish her first book -- a lifelong dream becoming real.In this interview, Nikki and Dave discuss:How what we're avoiding the most often mirrors our strengths, talents, and unique giftsHow Nikki "backed her way into" writing her first book, and why starting before you're ready may be the best path for getting more accomplished in your life and careerWhy, according to Nikki, resentment is a good thing (because it reveals boundaries) and how self-love generates in community, not in isolationA big thanks to Nikki for joining us for her author reading and interview on Written, Spoken!Please rate our show and leave a review to help others find us. In your review, tell us which authors you would most love to hear on a future episode of the podcast. Thank you for listening!Thanks to today's sponsor, Bear App. Try the same word-processor and note-taking app that I've switched to in 2020. Visit Bear.App or check out Bear in the Apple StoreThe author's book, A Power of Your Own: How to Awaken Your Potential, Experiment With Purpose, And Do Work That MattersVisit the author's online home at NikkiGroom.comVisit Dave at DaveUrsillo.com and follow him on InstagramSubscribe to Dave's newsletter, Chronicles of a Self-Storied LifeLive the story you want to be telling with Dave's support in life coaching, The Self-Storied LifeDevelop the relationship to writing that lasts a lifetime with Dave's coaching for writers, Writer's Group of TwoThanks to Rokkwood Audio for composing our theme song 

It took me quite a long time to develop a voice, and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent. ~Madeleine Albright Today I’m happy to have storyteller and entrepreneurial rockstar, Nikki Groom on the podcast to kick-off a series of episodes around amplifying our voices. Now, more than ever, we need more women speaking up, sharing their ideas and being change agents for good. And that’s where Nikki comes in. We talk about why speaking it up is so important and what gets in the way of us using our voice and showing up. Nikki is the host of Movement Makers, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations and unfiltered stories from business leaders and entrepreneurs who are making a difference on the planet, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, which seeks to amplify the voices of underrepresented entrepreneurs all over the world. Nikki is passionate about the power of storytelling as a way for thought leaders to humanize their businesses, build relationships with the people they most want to serve, and inspire readers into action. She is also a firm believer that all businesses should lead with empathy. Enjoy the episode! Recommended Resources: Nikki Groom’s website Nikki Groom on Instagram Nikki Groom on Twitter Nikki Groom on Facebook Andréa Ranae: Making Your Work Your Activism (Nikki’s podcast interview with Andréa) Your Story is Your Power: Free Your Feminine Voice by Elle Luna and Susie Herrick “There are no mistakes or wrong paths” – Oprah Winfrey Danielle LaPorte – Fire Starter Sessions Workbook (free download with the All-About-You Interview)

On today's episode I am joined by Nikki Groom. NIKKI GROOM is on a mission to help you own your voice and use it to grow your business and make an impact. She is the host of Movement Makers, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations and unfiltered stories from business leaders and entrepreneurs who are making a difference on the planet, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, which seeks to amplify the voices of underrepresented entrepreneurs all over the world. Nikki is passionate about the power of storytelling as a way for thought leaders to humanize their businesses, build relationships with the people they most want to serve, and inspire readers into action. She is also a firm believer that all businesses should lead with empathy. Nikki has been hailed as “a force of nature”, “a rising superstar” and “one of the best” in her field. She appears in the book Winning the Battle for Attention by Stuart Atkins, was a contributing writer for the book End Sex Trafficking by Erin Giles, and has been featured by over 40 online publications and podcasts. You can find her @NikkiGroom just about everywhere. Want to transform your vision for change into reality by showing up authentically, revolutionizing your messaging, humanizing your marketing, and creating a movement that maximizes your impact?    The next round of the Movement Makers Mastermind begins soon!    Want to be notified when the doors open? Get on Nikki's waitlist by submitting your first name and email address.  

What makes a story worth telling? According to Nikki Groom, all it takes is being transparent and “owning your story.” Whether that's from a personal perspective or a business perspective, sharing your story is important and helps move your cause forward. And according to her, everyone has a story worth telling no matter how many people it may reach.Nikki Groom is a digital marketer, brand strategist, and content marketing expert for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a successful business while making the world a better place. She is the host of Movement Makers, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations and unfiltered stories from business leaders and change agents who are making a difference on the planet, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project. You can follow her on Twitter @nikkigroom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-unmistakable-creative-podcast.

What makes a story worth telling? According to Nikki Groom, all it takes is being transparent and “owning your story.” Whether that's from a personal perspective or a business perspective, sharing your story is important and helps move your cause forward. And according to her, everyone has a story worth telling no matter how many people it may reach.Nikki Groom is a digital marketer, brand strategist, and content marketing expert for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a successful business while making the world a better place. She is the host of Movement Makers, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations and unfiltered stories from business leaders and change agents who are making a difference on the planet, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project. You can follow her on Twitter @nikkigroom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"I refuse to accept defeat" - Nikki Groom One of my favorite questions to ask my guests is "If you could go back to the beginning of your journey, what advice would you give yourself?"... Nikki's answer was simple, "I wouldn't". She values the journey so much, that she would rather relive the entrepreneurial journey. She is now known for being a "message shaper for movement makers." NIKKI GROOM is a digital marketer, brand strategist, and content marketing expert for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a successful business while making the world a better place. She is the host of Movement Makers, a podcast featuring in-depth conversations and unfiltered stories from business leaders and entrepreneurs who are making a difference on the planet, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, which seeks to amplify the voices of women entrepreneurs all over the world. Nikki is passionate about the power of storytelling as a way for thought leaders to humanize their businesses, build relationships with the people they most want to serve, and inspire readers into action. She is also a firm believer that all businesses should lead with empathy. Throughout the interview, Nikki shares the importance of taking action, and how in each point of her journey the lessons she learned from jumping head first, led to massive growth, both personally and professionally. What you will learn in this episode of The Happiness of Pursuit Podcast: >>The importance of taking action >>How to focus on your passion in order to change the world >>How to go from your first client to a sustainable business >>How to network, even as an introvert >>Why you must teach what you need to learn To get the complete show notes, visit www.douglasjfoley.com/84 Enjoy!

Nikki Groom is a digital marketer, brand strategist, and content marketing expert for business leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a profitable business while making the world a better place. She is also the founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project, which seeks to amplify the voices of women entrepreneurs all over the world by sharing their real-life stories of overcoming adversity, and a firm believer that all businesses should lead with empathy. Click to tweet: .@nikkigroom is sharing her story to inspire you on Women Taking the Lead https://womentakingthelead.com/200 #inspiration Playing Small Moment Throughout her youth, Nikki was quite shy. She didn’t feel confident and had not found her voice yet. Nikki’s writing always gave her an escape and allowed her to use her voice, though. At the age of 15, Nikki spent two weeks shadowing a reporter at a local newspaper and remained quiet for most of her time there. When it was time for the editor to submit Nikki’s evaluation to her school, he reported that she met all the basic requirements, but included  a paragraph stating that Nikki did not possess the voice or personality to become a journalist. Nikki felt that the editor didn’t know her at all and what she was capable of, and was infuriated by his assessment, so she set out to prove him wrong. Nikki remembers that she had a friend at university who laughed at the idea of her studying abroad. Well, now Nikki lives in the United States. Whenever someone challenges Nikki, it only pushes her further to succeed. The Wake Up Call Nikki was the UK manager at a global company, and was craving a new opportunity. She was offered a job in London, but when she asked her boss for his opinion, he told her they weren’t offering enough pay and that she should wait. Within the next few months, the North American manager in the same company sent out an email announcing her departure. As she read the email, her head started filling with ideas and possibilities. Nikki drove home and had an internal struggle over her next steps and ended up siding with the thrill of this amazing opportunity. That moment was her wake up call. Style of Leadership Nikki would describe her leadership style as real. It’s something that people have told her they really admired about her. Nikki doesn’t pretend to have all the answers. Sure, she is an expert in certain areas, but she knows that there is always room to grow and learn. Nikki also likes to lead from within and from a place of empathy and compassion. She wants those inside her community to really feel included, as that was something she struggled with in her youth. What Are You Excited About? Nikki is super excited about her new website. It has been a huge production with a great team, and she cannot wait for everyone to see it. There will be new offers and lots of new stuff coming up this year. Current Business Challenge Even with her business is in a transitional phase, Nikki knows that one of the key things she has to accomplish soon is gathering a team around her to lift her to the next level. She has been working with a diversity consultant who is surrounded by a wonderful team, which showed Nikki that is exactly what she needs. Leadership Practice Nikki is a firm believer in meditation. Advice For Younger Self Nikki would tell her younger self to speak up! Inspirational Quote “Just start.” Links Website: http://www.nikkigroom.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikkigroom/ https://www.facebook.com/100StoriesWorthTelling/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkigroom Twitter: https://twitter.com/nikkigroom Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkigroom/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nikkigroom/ If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe in iTunes or Stitcher Radio and never miss out on #inspiration and community! Find more resources at https://womentakingthelead.com

Nikki Groom, copywriter, brand strategist, and marketing expert for leaders and entrepreneurs who want to build a profitable business while making the world a better place. She is also a British expat, motivational speaker, and founder of The 100 Stories Worth Telling Project. If youre wondering what its all about, first and foremost, its about women.Thats not to say that men dont have stories that are as compelling orshouldbe shared from every rooftop, its just that historically womenkind have found themselves without a voiceparticularly when it comes to the business arena. Thats changing, now. According to Forbes, women start companies at 1.5 times the average rate and women-owned businesses now account for $2.5 trillion in salesin the United States alone. Put simply: Female entrepreneurs are a force to be reckoned with and we cant be ignored for much longer. Her company,The F Factor (F stands for Female),issupporting that shift as it happens. Join us to hear more aboutthe stories of women business owners and entrepreneurs this project highlights.Movement makers, change agents, thought leaders, and visionaries from all over the world who are passionate about making a difference and helpingpeople because they genuinelycare. Nikki calls this doing business "The Human Way". In other words, its about being bigger than the bottom line, staying true to who you are, aligning your business around your values, and marketing with purpose. And its about showing compassion, building relationships, and (whenever possible) giving back. Thewomen of The #100StoriesWorthTellingget that. Theylive that. And Nikki is giving them a platform to share their stories. Theyve turned adversity to their advantage. Taken leap of faith after leap of faith and watched their wildest dreams come true.Theyve remained resilient, no matter whatsometimes in the face of overwhelming grief or crippling self-doubt or terrifying abuseand figured out a way to reclaim their power, carve out their own path, and live life on their own terms. Tune in to hear more about Nikki Groom and her #100StoriesWorthTelling project.