Telling My Story

What makes someone unforgettable when they speak? Is it confidence, charisma, or something deeper? In this episode of Telling My Story, communication expert, bestselling author, and former professional actress Sabine Kvenberg shares how storytelling, authentic leadership, and intentional communication can transform both businesses and lives. Sabine discusses her journey from Germany to the United...

What if the greatest threat to your business isn't competition—but ignoring your own health? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur and educator Josh Chernikoff shares the life-changing experience that transformed his understanding of success, leadership, and personal well-being after an unexpected heart health scare. Josh discusses entrepreneurship, burnout, stress, preventative he...

Are you working hard but still feeling stuck? What if the biggest obstacle to success isn't effort—but the invisible systems shaping your decisions? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur and author Neil Solomon shares the powerful ideas behind his book The 1% Door, revealing how hidden beliefs, fear, and outdated assumptions can limit our potential. Neil discusses entrepreneurship,...

What does it take to build a successful life while maintaining healthy relationships, strong leadership, and mental well-being? In this episode of Telling My Story, licensed professional counselor, leadership consultant, and author Michael T. Brown shares practical wisdom gained from more than 25 years of empowering individuals, families, businesses, and communities. Michael discusses leadership,...

What separates average sales teams from exceptional ones? Is it better scripts—or a better understanding of human behavior? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and leadership expert Joe Rockey shares why sales success begins with trust, leadership, and understanding the psychology behind every buying decision. Joe explains how leaders can motivate teams without b...

What does it really take to live an extraordinary life? In this episode of Telling My Story, executive mentor, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Robert White shares the lessons behind a career that has impacted more than 1.4 million people through transformational leadership training and personal development. Robert discusses his journey from humble beginnings to building international organiza...

What does it take to overcome adversity, lead through life's toughest battles, and discover a purpose greater than yourself? In this episode of Telling My Story, Ryan Reichert shares his remarkable journey from serving 23 years in the U.S. Army—including more than 42 months in combat—to overcoming addiction, thriving in corporate leadership, and ultimately dedicating his life to helping others...

What if the key to a more meaningful life isn't doing more—but aligning what you already have with your true calling? In this episode of Telling My Story, author, coach, and founder of Inspired Stewardship, Scott Maderer, shares how he transitioned from a nearly 30-year career in education to helping people discover and live their purpose. Scott explains how mastering your time, talents, and t...

What does it take to become a confident leader in today's rapidly changing world? In this episode of Telling My Story, leadership coach, speaker, entrepreneur, and podcast host Victoria Noethling shares her remarkable journey from a 40-year corporate career to helping entrepreneurs and professionals find their voice and lead with confidence. Victoria discusses leadership, communication, personal d...

How far can one small action travel? In this episode of Telling My Story, U.S. Navy veteran, entrepreneur, pastor, and author David Petrash shares the remarkable journey that took him from serving aboard nuclear submarines to leading businesses, mentoring leaders, and inspiring others through faith-driven leadership. David discusses the powerful concept behind his book The Ripple of Faith, explain...

What does it take to transition from leading military organizations to building successful businesses and helping entrepreneurs scale with confidence? In this episode of Telling My Story, retired U.S. Army Senior Officer, entrepreneur, investor, and business coach Antwon Person shares his remarkable journey from military leadership to becoming the founder of Skillful Brands. Antwon discusses leade...

What does it take to leave a successful corporate career, build a thriving logistics company, and launch a globally ranked podcast? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur and podcast host Dave Gulas shares his journey from the pharmaceutical industry to co-founding EZDC 3PL, a customer-focused logistics company helping manufacturers and e-commerce brands streamline fulfillment and trans...

How is geospatial intelligence transforming national security, crisis response, and the future of technology? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with Dr. Nicholas D'Ambrosio, CEO and Founder of NOMADICS, defense engineering expert, award-winning educator, and specialist contractor supporting the Department of Defense and the U.S. Navy. Nick shares his journey from environmental s...

What does success really look like when the titles, achievements, and external validation no longer define you? In this episode of Telling My Story, executive leadership expert Rachel Bolton shares lessons from more than 20 years of working inside Fortune 500 organizations and helping leaders thrive under pressure. Rachel opens up about burnout, imposter syndrome, confidence, executive presence, a...

Can you build a thriving business without social media? According to Robin Waite, absolutely. In this episode of Telling My Story, bestselling author, speaker, and founder of Fearless Business, Robin Waite, shares how he built a successful coaching business, generated thousands of leads from a single podcast interview, and helped entrepreneurs increase revenue while working with fewer clients. Rob...

Can emotional patterns, energy, and subconscious beliefs influence our relationships, health, and success? In this episode of Telling My Story, therapist, coach, and energy healer Jihane Laraichi shares her journey and explains how invisible blocks formed through life experiences can affect every area of our lives. Drawing from over eleven years of experience, Jihane discusses emotional healing, e...

What does it take to build businesses across industries, manage millions in assets, advise billionaires, and continue innovating after 25 years in business? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur, investor, and author Dan Beech shares his incredible journey from entering university at sixteen to leading companies with over $30 million in annual revenue and managing teams of more than 20...

How can words, resilience, and public health transform lives? In this episode of Telling My Story, author, entrepreneur, public health advocate, and doctoral student Venchele Saint Dic shares her inspiring journey of using communication, education, and personal development to empower individuals and communities. From writing and coaching to health equity and emotional intelligence, Venchele discus...

What if resilience isn't about being strong? In this episode of Telling My Story, leadership resilience strategist and former CEO Luisa Hogan shares the powerful story that transformed her understanding of leadership forever. After stepping into a struggling organization with hopes of turning it around, Luisa faced one of the most difficult experiences of her career when the organization ultim...

What if your biggest business opportunity existed in an industry everyone else ignored? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur and franchise leader David Sauers shares how he transformed portable restrooms into a luxury experience and built Royal Restrooms into a nationally recognized franchise brand with more than 50 locations. We discuss entrepreneurship, innovation, franchising, lead...

Can financial knowledge alone create financial freedom? In this episode of Telling My Story, financial wellness coach Connor Tyson shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a household impacted by debt and financial stress to becoming a Wall Street stockbroker—only to find himself struggling with more than $60,000 in personal debt. Connor reveals the lessons he learned while transforming hi...

What happens when a marathon goal turns into a life-saving wake-up call? In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business excellence expert Rael Bricker shares his incredible journey through more than 30 years of entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal transformation. From working 6,000 feet underground in a mine to building successful businesses across education...

What happens when losing your job becomes the best thing that ever happened to you? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with business, marketing, and sales coach Chloé Midy, who turned a pandemic layoff into a thriving location-independent business. After being let go from her Head of Marketing role during COVID, Chloé started freelancing with no clear plan and earned just €1,200 in h...

What if your greatest strength isn't specialization—but curiosity? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with author, entrepreneur, and podcast host ST Tangirala to explore the power of becoming a modern polymath. From technology and business to storytelling and personal development, ST has built a career that spans multiple industries while maintaining a unique balance of creativit...

What does it take to turn an idea into an award-winning business? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with architect, entrepreneur, author, and podcast host Alex Gore. From launching a business during the Great Recession to building an award-winning architecture firm, Alex shares powerful lessons about creativity, leadership, resilience, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Whether you&#...