Katherine Martín-Fisher engages in a conversation with Bill Blankschaen, delving into his early life and passion for storytelling. Bill shares key lessons from stepping into the unknown and discusses how identifying and serving the ideal client has shaped his journey. The dialogue highlights the impact of mentors and coaches on Bill's success and explores the power of cohesive storytelling in business. Bill reflects on storytelling's influence on culture and client breakthroughs, as well as its integration into corporate leadership. He offers personal and professional insights into his legacy and concludes with thoughts on living authentically. The episode wraps up with ways to connect with Story Builders and Katherine's closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and Guest Background

(1:32) Bill's Early Life and Passion for Storytelling

(3:19) Stepping into the Unknown: Key Lessons

(6:01) Identifying and Serving the Ideal Client

(9:16) The Role of Mentors and Coaches in Success

(14:13) The Power of Cohesive Storytelling in Business

(18:47) Storytelling's Influence on Culture and Client Breakthroughs

(22:31) Integrating Storytelling in Corporate Leadership

(24:42) Bill's Legacy: Personal and Professional Insights

(27:29) Living Authentically: The Final Takeaway

(28:37) Connect with Story Builders & Closing Remarks