Narativ Leadership Story Talks

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome the insightful and inspiring Lisa Hope Tilstra , coach, facilitator, podcast host, and global expert on emotional intelligence. Lisa shares her experiences working across cultures, coaching individuals from over 25 countries, and facilitating transformative workshops in 40+ countries. She is also the creator o...

In this debrief episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy reflect on their engaging conversation with Alex Smith, a dynamic thought leader on sales and persuasion. Alex's perspective, rooted in Dan Pink's To Sell Is Human , challenges traditional notions of sales by focusing on human connection, active listening, and storytelling as key elements of persuasi...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome back Sona Sherratt , a distinguished faculty member at Ashridge and a doctoral candidate at the University of Cambridge. Sona’s work on psychological safety and unwritten organizational rules offers a profound exploration of how these dynamics impact workplace inclusivity and belonging. Drawing on over 90 hour...

In this debrief episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy reflect on their inspiring conversation with Pearl Alexander, a longtime leader at Georgia Tech. Pearl’s innovative use of the “I Am” poem and her approach to introducing oneself beyond titles and roles sparked a lively discussion on disrupting assumptions and fostering authentic connections. This episode brim...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome Sascha Schick, a seasoned entrepreneur, business informatics specialist, and family man who has successfully transitioned from a global corporate leadership role to founding his own company, Any Help Now . Sascha’s journey from corporate comfort to entrepreneurial innovation is filled with lessons about braver...

In this special episode of Leadership Story Talks , co-hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan explore the metaphorical and literal significance of boxes in a conversation titled "Unpacking Boxes." Inspired by Julienne’s long-standing curiosity about Jerome’s bookshelf boxes, they delve into the symbolism, stories, and personal growth tied to what we choose to keep, store, and revisit in ou...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks, hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome Alex Smith, a seasoned sales professional, podcast host, and advocate for human-centered connection in business. With over 18 years of experience in sales, including roles in EdTech software and door-to-door sales, Alex brings a refreshing perspective on the transformative power of authenticity and empathy in p...

In this short debrief episode, co-hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan reflect on their recent interview with Nadine Keller, exploring the powerful idea of how jargon can hinder connection and trust. They discuss the ways storytelling can bridge gaps in understanding and make communication more human and impactful. Highlights from the Conversation: The Pitfalls of Jargon: How overuse of corporate...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks , hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy welcome the inspiring Pearl Alexander, JD, a transformational leader in organizational culture and higher education. Pearl shares her remarkable journey from her early career in HR at Georgia Tech to her influential work in fostering inclusion and belonging. With over 35 years of experience, Pearl has catalyzed meanin...

In this short debrief episode, co-hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan reflect on a key moment from their interview with Kory Kogon of FranklinCovey, discussing the lasting impact of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People . They delve into one of the book's foundational ideas: the power of assumptions and how storytelling can help us challenge and overcome them. Highlights from the Conversat...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks, hosts Julienne Ryan and Jerome Deroy sit down with Nadine Keller, founder and CEO of Precision Sales Coaching and Training. With over 18 years of experience developing strategic programs for sales professionals and empowering women entrepreneurs, Nadine shares her inspiring journey and valuable insights on storytelling, sales, and entrepreneurship. This e...

RECORDED 11.11.2024 In this special episode of *Leadership Story Talks*, hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan explore the power of connection in uncertain times. Reflecting on recent events, they discuss how storytelling can be a bridge to understanding and connection, even when we hold differing perspectives. Jerome and Julienne share practical advice on fostering meaningful conversations by list...

In this episode of Julienne and Jerome debrief a previous conversation with Jennifer Gardner. Discussing the impact and techniques of storytelling in professional settings, They connect storytelling to leadership, particularly in delivering difficult messages. They share a story about a leader who used a personal journey metaphor to introduce a challenging topic, which helped her team engage more...

In this insightful episode of Leadership Story Talks, co-hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan are joined by Kory Kogon, Vice President of Content Development at FranklinCovey and senior leadership consultant. Kory shares her perspective on FranklinCovey’s principles, focusing on the timeless impact of Stephen Covey’s "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" and its newly updated course....

In this debrief episode, Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan dive into a memorable excerpt from a previous conversation with Kaila Lim. They reflect on Kaila's perspective about how storytelling often outshines a traditional resume in the tech industry. Kaila emphasizes the importance of conveying your value and experiences through authentic storytelling, rather than relying solely on a document. ...

In this insightful episode, Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan sit down with Jennifer B. Gardner, a Los Angeles-based trial lawyer, educator, and part-time administrative law judge, to explore the themes of persuasive communication, storytelling, and leadership. Jennifer shares her journey through high-stakes litigation, discussing how storytelling has been a powerful tool in her career. Key Topics: T...

In this insightful debrief episode, hosts Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan reflect on their interview with Cecilia Loving and Gina Leow focusing on their powerful approach to leading diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Without ever using buzzwords like "DEI," Cecilia in particular shared how she successfully connected with her toughest audience—members of the FDNY. Julienne...

In this episode, Jerome and Julienne sit down with Kaila Lim, Founder Experience Lead at Antler NYC.   Kaila shares her career journey from finance to tech startups, discussing the power of storytelling in personal and professional development.  She emphasizes the importance of community-building and recounts how vulnerability and resilience shaped her path, especially through pivotal experiences...

In this series of short podcasts, Jerome and Julienne discuss issues brought up by one of their Leadership Story Talks guests. In this episode they discuss the work of Curtis Bateman and his expertise on change in the workplace. Listen to their discussion with Curtis in Episode #106 Experience The Listening Lab Looking for greater clarity around your own story and purpose? The Listening Lab is a c...

“You can even have circles where there’s no talking whatsoever, but just the simple and full act of listening and being present for one another.” In this episode, Jerome and Julienne talk to Cecilia Loving and Gina Leow, two leaders in diversity and inclusion at PBS. Cecilia, Senior Vice President, and Gina, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, bring years of experience in fostering belon...

In this series of short podcasts, Jerome and Julienne discuss issues brought up by one of their Leadership Story Talks guests. In this episode they discuss the work of disability advocate Katherine Carol with her daughter Mikelle and their community at The Shining Beautiful Series. Listen to their discussion with Katherine in Episode #103 The Shining Beautiful Podcast Experience The Listening Lab...

"The journey of change is important. And the goal isn't to eliminate that journey" In this episode of Leadership Story Talks, Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan welcome back Curtis Bateman, best-selling co-author of "Change: How to Turn Uncertainty into Opportunity" and Vice President of Direct International Offices for Franklin Covey. With over 24 years in the training indust...

In this series of short podcasts, Jerome and Julienne discuss issues brought up by one of their Leadership Story Talks guests. In this episode they discuss a collaborative book project, Echoes of Humanity , that Kelly collated and to which both Jerome and Julienne contributed. Listen to their discussion with Kelly Markey in Episode #104 KellyMarkey.com Experience The Listening Lab Looking for grea...

Jerome Deroy and Julienne Ryan speak with Kelly Markey, an eight-time international bestselling author and passionate advocate for social justice and equality. Kelly's book, "Life of Jayandra," won the top book of the year award in 2024 for Suicide Awareness, and will be showcased on a New York City Times Square billboard on September 6, 2024. As the CEO and founder of Markey Writin...

In this episode of Leadership Story Talks, Jerome and Julienne welcome Katherine Carol, a recognized expert by the US Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy. Katherine shares her extensive career in helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities secure employment, find necessary resources, and creatively navigate complex systems. She also discusses her pe...