Facilitating on Purpose

Storytelling to Drive Impact with Sumesh Khatua and Simrat Pahwa - EP 59


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In this episode, host Beth Cougler Blom talks with Sumesh Khatua and Simrat Pahwa about the power of storytelling to create lasting impact in learning experiences. They explore how stories help drive clarity, build emotional connection, and support learning transfer both during and beyond structured learning sessions.

Beth, Sumesh, and Simrat also talk about:

  • Designing learning with the end impact in mind
  • Using storytelling to spark behaviour change and recall
  • Building stories that are relatable, inclusive, and grounded in real life
  • Navigating missteps and adapting in the moment

Engage with Sumesh Khatua and Simrat Pahwa:

  • Sumesh Khatua on LinkedIn
  • Simrat Pahwa on LinkedIn | Instagram

Connect with the Facilitating on Purpose podcast:

  • Follow Facilitating on Purpose on InstagramLinkedIn, or YouTube
  • Show notes and transcripts available at facilitatingonpurpose.ca
  • Facilitating on Purpose Community on LinkedIn

Connect with Host Beth Cougler Blom:

  • Give feedback or suggest upcoming show topics or guests at [email protected]
  • Visit bcblearning.com to explore Beth's company's services in facilitation and learning design
  • Purchase a copy of Beth's book, Design to Engage
  • Follow Beth on Instagram or LinkedIn

Podcast production services by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions

 

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