🔍 Episode Summary:
What do magic tricks, TEDx coaching, and effective leadership have in common? They all rely on storytelling that connects.
In this episode, Chris and Patrick are joined by Chris Graham, founder of TellPeople.ca and former head of speaker coaching for TEDx Toronto. Together, they explore the deep power of storytelling—not just to entertain, but to foster empathy, create trust, and build stronger relationships at work and beyond.
Chris Graham shares lessons from coaching thousands of professionals across law firms, government, and industry, revealing what most people get wrong about storytelling—and how to fix it. The conversation is full of practical insights, personal anecdotes, and one big reminder: your story isn’t about you. It’s about connection with your audience.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- Why storytelling is the foundation of trust and connection
- How to make your stories land—without rambling
- Why even smart professionals often tell bad stories (and how to fix that)
- How to go beyond "narration" to evoke emotion
- What magic and TEDx have in common with workplace communication
- The one mindset shift that makes your stories more powerful instantly
🎧 Listen now and learn how to tell stories that stick, connect, and lead.
👥 Let’s Connect
Websites:
https://www.makingyourselfclear.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31PIiklfkBV3fwbCt9i20h
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-yourself-clear/id1798973268
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iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-making-yourself-clear-269115710/
Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b62ac464-9205-46bf-a4e8-f66a16fd61e1/making-yourself-clear
Castbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id6491442
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-iskander/
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