The Inside Story Podcast with April Adams Pertuis

I enjoy meeting people who love storytelling as much as I do. Even more so if they’re the kind who are willing to take over my podcast, put me on the hot seat, and let me share my own inside stories!! Adera Angelucci is the co-founder, director, and producer of the award-winning video and marketing company, SPIRO Creative. SPIRO brings exceptional people and brands to life through video storytelli...

If we look at the person we used to be and who we are now, I’d say one of the things that would be different is our ambition – or level of ambition. For a lot of us, it’s more likely that our ambitions change or even diminish over the years, and this could be due to a number of reasons.   But what does ambition really mean? Why are so many people conflicted about whether being ambitious is a good...

For the first time, I’m digging into human design. It’s a specific way to learn more about your personality, emotions, and energy centers, and today on the show, I’ve invited someone who can help me – and YOU! – understand human design better and how it can help different areas of our lives.   Danielle Laura is an internationally acclaimed spiritual advisor, seer, and human design & gene keys ener...

I live and breathe storytelling. This is because in all my years as a journalist and now as your chief LIGHTbeamer inside the Community, I have not seen anything quite as powerful as storytelling when it comes to connecting people, growing businesses, and inspiring an audience.   But as much as storytelling has become a real strategy these days, not everyone knows what to do with it. And a huge pa...

People share their stories in different ways. Some do it on the big stage, others do it through podcasts (like this one!), and still others do it through books. And then there are those who do it through the lens of a camera and also help others share their stories through photography.   Lisa Haukom is a story-based self-portrait photographer who brings your unseen moments to life through lifestyl...

One of the things I get excited about when I join speaking events is meeting new people. And our guest today on the podcast is one of those women I recently shared the stage with and got to know at a women’s conference. Her story and what she does moved me – so much so that I had to get her on the show to talk about her mission.   Susie Vybiral is a L’Oreal Paris Woman of Worth 2022 National Honor...

One of the biggest joys of my job is seeing women cross the finish line to their big, hairy, scary goals… and using their story as a centrifugal force to help them along the way!   Becky Burroughs first became an author when she wrote a chapter in our collaborative book last year called Elevate Your Voice.   This week, her first solo endeavor as a published author comes to fruition with her book,...

Entrepreneurs like you and me are constantly looking for ways to grow our business. We look at different strategies we can implement to attract our ideal clients and bring in more revenue. But something that’s often overlooked is speaking your way to gain new customers for your business.   Speaking has a domino effect that can positively impact your business. It is something that has really allowe...

On World Storytelling Day, I went live on Facebook to talk about – what else? Storytelling, of course! I’ve mentioned time and again how sharing our stories has been an essential part of communicating with one another and, more importantly, connecting with each other. It has always been an important part of community and humanity, and even more so today.   But if you’re new to storytelling, you mi...

It’s not easy being an entrepreneur. Everything depends on you, and you have to think carefully and weigh each decision you make for your business. And what can also be tricky and difficult is not always having someone to talk to about your plans and ideas. In fact, it can be really challenging.   Enter Masterminds. I’ve joined a few in the last couple of years. And as I have just gotten back from...

There are almost one million women who become widows each year in the US. And the grief of losing a spouse can overwhelm anyone to the point of not knowing how to pick up the pieces and start over again.   When today’s guest, Natalie Reid-Knutson, went on a Colorado expedition with her husband and their three sons, little did she know that it would be their last. The tragedy that hit their family...

Every day, limiting beliefs and self-defeating thoughts run through our heads. Feelings of inadequacy, fear of failure, self-doubt, and self-sabotage … these beliefs often come from past experiences, cultural conditioning, or messages we get from others.   After closing down her dance company, Relinde Moors took a completely different path, hoping to find freedom, independence, and abundance. But...

Not everyone is a fan of speaking in front of a crowd, even a small one. In fact, glossophobia – the fear of public speaking – is so common that it affects roughly 75% of the population.   However, speaking has become an essential skill and tool in the business world, and even I have been using it to grow my own business. As leaders and entrepreneurs, communication is key, and we have to get bette...

The textbook definition of leadership is “the ability of an individual, group, or organization to lead, influence, or guide other individuals, teams, or entire organizations.” We all know, though, that leadership encompasses so much more than just this.   Our guest today is Sarah Young, founder and CEO of the Zing Collaborative. She spent eight years leading people, projects, and teams in the corp...

If there’s one thing I know to be true, it’s that our stories, when shared with the best of intentions, shine a light for others and show them they are not alone. And most importantly, stories provide inspiration, comfort, and hope that there is indeed light at the end of the tunnel.   Today’s special guest is my good friend, client, and LIGHTbeamer, Ashley DeLuca. At a young age and in a short am...

When I meet and talk to someone who is as passionate about storytelling as I am, you can be sure I’ll bring on that individual as my guest on the podcast. And today, I’ve done just that.   Mark Carpenter is a Chief Storyteller who aims to help people teach, lead, sell, and inspire through intentional storytelling for business. He and I both value storytelling as a skill that’s underrated but so cr...

Every week, I bring you inspiring inside stories of individuals from different walks of life, as well as prompts and strategies to help you get started on your own storytelling journey. And it is my hope that in some way, you become motivated and encouraged to also look inward, dig out your own inside stories, and realize that when you share them, you shine a light.   Storytelling, however, is not...

Sharing your story can be the one thing you do that changes your life. And that’s exactly what happened to our guest today, Madge Gillen.   Madge – as she has always been known and called by her family, friends, and even inside the LIGHTbeamers Community and The HUB – began her storytelling journey not too long ago. Shortly after she took my mini-course, Find Your Story, she started to share her s...

I’ve said it a dozen times over: everybody has a story. And there are different ways of sharing your story. Some choose to post on social media; others choose to do it in front of a live audience. Still others write a book to reach and inspire more people in a big way.   Catherine Nikkel is a sought-after storyteller, content creator, and ghostwriter known for transforming fact and circumstance in...

How many of us actually feel like we’re truly connected to our core? How would we even know that we’re aligned with what we really want in life and what we’re meant to do?   Today’s podcast guest, Jenn Henry, felt disconnected from everything and everyone for most of her life – even from herself. So much so that she allowed that disconnection to rule her life, making her dependent on and addicted...

It’s easy to get lost in holiday preparations and all the hustle and bustle this season brings. Don’t get me wrong: I love the holidays, and celebrating with family and friends brings a different kind of energy and joy I think we all need.   But just before we usher in the New Year which is 2023, I’m inviting you to sit down with me to do a simple but meaningful reflective exercise. And my sincere...

There are numerous ways to 'get visible' with your story. And on today’s episode of The Inside Story Podcast, I’m giving you 7 fire-cracker ways to amp up your visibility, increase your impact, and build your authority. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in; if you want to stand out, your visibility should be at the top of your priority list.   Before the year ends, take a quick assessment of...

I’m here to remind you today that you – yes, YOU – have a story to tell and the world needs to hear it.   But sharing your story is not an easy thing to do, and I’d be the first to admit that I’ve had moments where even thinking of what story to share was difficult for me. What do I talk about? Will my story resonate with my audience? Do I really have something to share?   You do – and you only ne...

There are so many societal beliefs passed on from generation to generation, and a lot of them have to do with abundance and the money mindset. But not all of these beliefs lead to a positive outcome. A lot of times, they hinder us from achieving our fullest potential and living our best lives.   Today, as we begin the third season of The Inside Story Podcast, we’re talking to Merel Kriegsman, a bu...

When you’re a small business owner or a solopreneur, there are so many challenges you need to face when it comes to marketing. Some of these are your budget, the kind of marketing strategy to implement, the time constraints, and even the type of agency or person you need to get on board to help you with what you need. All of this can become so … overwhelming.   Enter Dan Russell. Dan is the author...