This one is for every business leader who has ever second-guessed their story, over-rehearsed their delivery, or wondered if their everyday experiences are even worth telling. Spoiler: they are. Using Disney's most iconic storytelling moments as a through-line, Stephanie and Rita break down the real formula behind stories that stick, connect, and convert, and why the micro moments in your life are often more powerful than the big dramatic ones.
In this episode, Stephanie Thoma & Rita Richa discuss:
00:00 – Intro & Rita sets the stage
03:00 – Why imperfection makes you more likable
05:00 – Elegant Vulnerability explained
07:00 – The Calm Authority framework introduced
08:00 – The painful handshake networking story
13:00 – Cultivating the courage to be disliked
19:00 – Micro moments: what makes a story impactful
24:00 – Written vs. verbal storytelling — different dialects
31:00 – The story bank & balancing authority with relatability
39:00 – The Calm Authority pyramid: Calm → Confidence → Connection → Impact
40:00 – Box breathing exercise
44:00 – What gets Stephanie out of bed every morning
46:00 – Where to find Stephanie + closing
Do you wish to connect with our special guest?
Connect with guest:
- Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniemthoma
- Website: https://stephaniethoma.com
RESOURCES & LINKS
- Work with Stephanie: https://stephaniethoma.com
- Free resources: https://stephaniethoma.com/resources/
- Her book Confident Introvert by Stephanie Thoma
- Find Stephanie on Goodreads (yes, she's there!)
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Connect with Rita:
Visit her website: https://bippityboppitybiz.com
Connect with her on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ritaricha
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