In this episode of 'Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives,' we delve into the theme of career shocks and their transformative impact. Our guest, Pramath Raj Sinha, shares his personal experiences navigating a nonlinear career path and the invaluable lessons he has learned along the way. Through anecdotes and insights, he encourages listeners to embrace opportunities, be open to change, and find meaning in their work. Join us as we explore the power of connecting the dots and taking risks to shape our careers and lives. Pramath Raj Sinha's perspective is sure to leave you inspired and motivated to harness the potential of your own professional journey. Stay tuned!

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Pramath Raj Sinha is an Entrepreneur.

Founder & Chairman at Harappa Education @harappaed

Founding Provost at Anant National University

Founder at The Vedica Scholars Programme for Women

Founder & Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ashoka University @ashokauniv 

Founding Dean at Indian School of Business @isbindia.

Past: McKinsey & Company and Indian School of Business

Studied Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at University of Pennsylvania MSE, PhD·Class of 1991

Studied Metallurgical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Class of 1986

 People have always asked him what they should study or do in life, and he always says the same thing. He thinks it will be best to put it into a book along with examples of actual career and educational pathways. If you know someone who would benefit from it, his book is now available for pre-order: https://amzn.eu/d/7No6Szv

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Welcome back to Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives. In today's episode, titled "Surviving Loss," we delve into the profound journey of a speaker who experienced a series of devastating losses in 2004. The speaker opens up about the deaths of three senior male role models, his father-in-law's battle with terminal cancer, and the unexpected passing of his own father. As he reflects on the profound impact of witnessing death up close, he questions the purpose of his own ambitious career and begin to explore the importance of making others' lives meaningful. Joined by our hosts, Shelli Jost Brady, and Gayle Turner, we delve into the power of storytelling as a way to find meaning and how it intersects with the servant leadership model that Shelli, Gayle, and the speaker uphold. Additionally, we hear about transformative moments in Shelli and Gayle's careers, as well as the role models who shaped their paths.

Join us as we explore the power of reframing challenges, celebrating life, and finding the innate potential within ourselves. Get ready for an emotional and inspiring episode on Stories Matter!

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Pramath Raj Sinha is an Entrepreneur.

Founder & Chairman at Harappa Education @harappaed

Founding Provost at Anant National University

Founder at The Vedica Scholars Programme for Women

Founder & Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ashoka University @ashokauniv 

Founding Dean at Indian School of Business @isbindia.

Past: McKinsey & Company and Indian School of Business

Studied Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at University of Pennsylvania MSE, PhD·Class of 1991

Studied Metallurgical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Class of 1986

 People have always asked him what they should study or do in life, and he always says the same thing. He thinks it will be best to put it into a book along with examples of actual career and educational pathways. If you know someone who would benefit from it, his book is now available for pre-order: https://amzn.eu/d/7No6Szv

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

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Welcome back, listeners, to another captivating episode of Stories Matter! In today's installment, we have an extraordinary guest, Pramath Raj Sinha, joining our hosts, Shelli Jost Brady and Gayle Turner, to share an illuminating journey of founding the prestigious Indian School of Business. Pramath's unparalleled experience in revolutionizing higher education, with notable accomplishments such as creating Multimedia University in Malaysia, brings remarkable insights to the table. Through thought-provoking discussions, we delve into the innovative strategies that shaped the Indian School of Business, uncovering how they rejected the notion of starting with low quality and instead aimed for the highest caliber right from the outset.

Join us as we explore the fascinating concept that quality doesn't scale and how building exemplar institutions can inspire broader societal change. Get ready to be inspired and amazed in this sensational episode, "That Quality Doesn't Scale," the twenty-sixth edition of Season 13. Let's dive in and discover the transformative power of stories and education!

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Pramath Raj Sinha is an Entrepreneur.

Founder & Chairman at Harappa Education @harappaed

Founding Provost at Anant National University

Founder at The Vedica Scholars Programme for Women

Founder & Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ashoka University @ashokauniv 

Founding Dean at Indian School of Business @isbindia.

Past: McKinsey & Company and Indian School of Business

Studied Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at University of Pennsylvania MSE, PhD·Class of 1991

Studied Metallurgical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Class of 1986

 People have always asked him what they should study or do in life, and he always says the same thing. He thinks it will be best to put it into a book along with examples of actual career and educational pathways. If you know someone who would benefit from it, his book is now available for pre-order: https://amzn.eu/d/7No6Szv

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

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In this episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives," we delve into the transformative power of adversity and finding the courage to create change. Our guest, Pramath Raj Sinha, shares his journey of overcoming imposter syndrome, making a life-changing decision, and founding a school in India. He reflects on his experience at graduate school, where he discovered the importance of student-centric environments and received the support he needed to thrive. Tune in as Sinha's story reminds us that our stories truly matter in making a lasting impact.

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Pramath Raj Sinha is an Entrepreneur.

Founder & Chairman at Harappa Education @harappaed

Founding Provost at Anant National University

Founder at The Vedica Scholars Programme for Women

Founder & Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ashoka University @ashokauniv 

Founding Dean at Indian School of Business @isbindia.

Past: McKinsey & Company and Indian School of Business

Studied Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics at University of Pennsylvania MSE, PhD·Class of 1991

Studied Metallurgical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Class of 1986

 People have always asked him what they should study or do in life, and he always says the same thing. He thinks it will be best to put it into a book along with examples of actual career and educational pathways. If you know someone who would benefit from it, his book is now available for pre-order: https://amzn.eu/d/7No6Szv

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

Pramath Raj Sinha, imposter syndrome, doubts, abilities, decision, new country, mistake, determined, admit defeat, founded a school, India, higher education, graduate school, cutthroat environment, undergraduate degree, vision, starting schools, opportunity, student-centric environments, difference, set up schools, challenges, overcome, four courses, Penn, adversity, fresh start, positive feedback, inspirational teachers, robotics, PhD advisor, perfect grade, scholarship, full funding, well-known publications, confidence, success

Coming up on this episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives": we dive into the Women's Storytelling Festival. Join hosts Shelli Jost Brady and Gayle Turner as they speak with Jessica Robinson, the founder of the festival, about the importance of women's storytelling and the impact it has on the industry. Discover how this festival became a platform for female storytellers to share their perspectives and experiences in a male-dominated field. Stay tuned to hear why representation matters and how these stories can inspire and transform lives.

Gayle Turner is President, of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at

Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel,

Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Jessica Piscitelli Robinson is the President and Executive Producer of Capture Video and Better Said Than Done. She excels at creating visual, impactful stories.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicapi/

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by

downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories

to inspire

results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

Jessica Robinson, Hearts Afire Storytelling Festival, collaboration, higher caliber artists, National Storytelling Festival, male artists, female artists, underserved communities, underrepresented communities, Virginia, COVID-19, Fairfax City, ticket holders, recordings, better said than done online, Women's Storytelling Festival, employment, women-only shows, stage manager, mother, project manager, funding, organizational qualities, storytelling, narratives, heroines, inequality, patriarchal society, objectify women, gender disparity, women's forward storytelling.

Welcome to another episode of Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives. In this episode, we have a special guest, Jessica Robinson, who is an expert in the power of storytelling, especially in early learning and family dynamics. We dive into the significance of storytelling for children's development and how it brings families closer together. Our guest shares personal anecdotes about sharing family stories and the joy of watching the next generation come along. We also explore the connection between storytelling and various forms of art, such as construction, architecture, and film. Join us as we explore the importance of building leaders by modeling behavior and the role of storytelling in creating a family legacy. It's a fascinating conversation filled with insights and inspiration. Let's dive in!

Gayle Turner is President, of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Jessica Piscitelli Robinson is the President and Executive Producer of Capture Video and Better Said Than Done. She excels at creating visual, impactful stories. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicapi/

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

Jessica Robison, storytelling, early learning, family dynamics, children's development, bring closer together, incorporate storytelling, different parenting styles, family stories, appreciate current family situation, leaders building leaders, modeling behavior, grow up in a house, next generation, giving kids free rein, Harry Chapin, "Flowers Are Red", limited creatively, improvised bedtime stories, coloring books, lined paper, connection between storytelling and various forms of art, construction, architecture, film, capture attention, imagination, family legacy, quilt, obsessed with buildings, architect, expanding on ideas, taking risks, thinking big, dreaming big, good fit, stage manager, parent, programming ourselves, nurturing and protecting, fantastic storyteller, fantasy and folktales, Ed Stivender, National Storytelling Network.

Welcome back to another episode of Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives. In today's episode, titled "Better Said Than Done." Our guest is Jessica Robinson, the founder of Better Said Than Done and the President of Capture Video. She will be sharing her journey from film and writing to creating her own storytelling organization. Jessica will also discuss the significant events that shaped her life in 2011 and the evolution of storytelling and videography. So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and let's dive into the power of storytelling on this exciting episode of Stories Matter!

Gayle Turner is President, of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Jessica Piscitelli Robinson is the President and Executive Producer of Capture Video and Better Said Than Done. She excels at creating visual, impactful stories. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicapi/

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

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Welcome back to another episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives." In this episode, we have a special guest, Jessica Robinson, the executive producer and president of Capture Video. Jessica is a storyteller and business leader, who has a fascinating journey to share with us. From graduating from NYU Film School to starting her own video company, Jessica has experienced the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. We'll dive into her story, the challenges she faced, and the lessons she learned along the way. But before we do, we'll reflect on the power of storytelling in the modern age and discuss the shifting landscape of storytelling in our next episode. So, grab your headphones and get ready to be inspired as we explore how stories truly matter in transforming lives. Stay tuned for "Capture Video."

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Jessica Piscitelli Robinson is the Executive Producer and President of Capture Video and Better Said Than Done. She excels at creating visual, impactful stories.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicapi/

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

Jessica Robinson, modern technology, industry roots, storytelling shift, NYU Film School, film and television production, film industry, long hours, demanding schedule, video company, New Jersey, own video company, business elements, paperwork, networking, client base, associations, government agencies, corporate clients, construction industry, training, videotaping, building walkthroughs, labor shortage, skilled craftsmen, job opportunities, executive producer, Better Said Than Done, Women's Storytelling Festival, belief in oneself, passion, mistakes, community value, philosophy on life, stubbornness, willfulness, Tom Croc, Jim Croci, construction job, Italian food, NYU reputation, wealthy entitlement, Virginia, resume.

In today's episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives," hosts Shelli Jost Brady and Gayle Turner are joined by guest Danita Rountree Green. They delve into the importance of creating a new narrative and empowering the next generation through storytelling. From confronting uncomfortable topics to shining a light on the truth about history, they discuss how stories can bridge divides and foster understanding. Join us as we explore the power of stories to shape a better future for all. Welcome to, "Creating the New Narrative."

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Danita Rountree Green is Executive Director at Coming Together Virginia. She’s a Transformational Storyteller and an Historical & Generational Harms Specialist. She combines her knowledge of fine art, storytelling and trauma informed care to help individuals, families and communities to work through trauma including generational and historic trauma resulting in implicit bias and racial disparity.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danita-rountree-green-88b95b151/

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Coming up on this episode of "Stories Matter! Helping Leaders Transform Lives," we dive deep into the power of storytelling, the importance of active listening, and the transformative impact of sharing our personal narratives. Our guest, Danita Rountree Green, shares her own remarkable journey and how it has shaped her mission to empower others and help them recognize their own worth. Join us as we explore the magic that happens when we truly listen and the profound impact our stories can have in building community and driving positive change. Get ready to be inspired on this episode of "Stories Matter!"

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ For close to five decades he has used the power of story to initiate and sustain change while growing leaders and building productive corporate and community cultures. Check out his LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/ 

Shelli Jost Brady is Founder & Catalyst at Alchemy Consulting and Chief Operating Officer at The Storytellers Channel, Inc. Check out her LinkedIn profile to learn the rest of the story. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/

Danita Rountree Green is Executive Director at Coming Together Virginia. She’s a Transformational Storyteller and an Historical & Generational Harms Specialist. She combines her knowledge of fine art, storytelling and trauma informed care to help individuals, families and communities to work through trauma including generational and historic trauma resulting in implicit bias and racial disparity.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danita-rountree-green-88b95b151/

Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire

Keywords

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