Telling My Story
Telling My Story is a podcast that explores real journeys of business growth, career development, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation. Through authentic conversations and powerful life experiences, each episode shares lessons, challenges, and breakthroughs designed to inspire, empower, and help listeners grow with purpose and confidence.
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Building Bridges Across Cultures: Mathias Lemos Castillo on Leadership, Identity, and Community
<p>Building Bridges Across Cultures: Mathias Lemos Castillo on Leadership, Identity, and Community</p><p><br></p><p>How do we build stronger communities in an increasingly diverse world?</p><p><br></p><p>In this inspiring episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Mathias Lemos Castillo, founder of MLC Consulting, community engagement consultant, leadership advisor, and cultural bridge-builder.</p><p><br></p><p>Originally from Uruguay and now living in the United States, Mathias shares his personal journey, the challenges of adapting to a new culture, and the lessons he's learned helping organizations create stronger...
Beyond the Profile: Daniel Alfon on Building Authentic Relationships and Growing Through LinkedIn
<p>Beyond the Profile: Daniel Alfon on Building Authentic Relationships and Growing Through LinkedIn</p><p><br></p><p>How can one platform become one of the most powerful tools for growing your business?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Daniel Alfon—LinkedIn expert, entrepreneur, author of Build a LinkedIn Profile for Business Success, and one of the platform's earliest users, having joined in 2004.</p><p><br></p><p>Daniel shares his personal journey, explains why LinkedIn is much more than social media, and reveals practical strategies for bu...
Selling with Confidence: Why Better Communication Beats Better Scripts | Lynn Neillie
<p>Selling with Confidence: Why Better Communication Beats Better Scripts | Lynn Neillie</p><p><br></p><p>What separates trusted advisors from average salespeople?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Lynn Neillie, a sales and presentation trainer who helps professionals communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and authenticity.</p><p><br></p><p>Lynn shares why the best sales conversations aren't built on pressure or scripted pitches but on active listening, emotional intelligence, meaningful questions, and genuine human connection.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're in sales, business...
Healing Naturally: Abby Beale's Journey into Homeopathy and Holistic Wellness
<p>Healing Naturally: Abby Beale's Journey into Homeopathy and Holistic Wellness</p><p><br></p><p>How can one personal experience change the course of an entire career?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Abby Beale, certified classical homeopath, educator, and author of Homeopathy Primer: Getting Started with Homeopathy.</p><p><br></p><p>Abby shares the story that introduced her to homeopathy, her journey from speed reading expert to natural health educator, and her passion for helping people make informed decisions about their wellness.</p><p><br><...
Marketing Smarter, Not Harder: Mark Newsome on Growing Your Business Without Breaking the Bank
<p>Marketing Smarter, Not Harder: Mark Newsome on Growing Your Business Without Breaking the Bank</p><p><br></p><p>What if you could grow your business without spending thousands on advertising?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu welcomes Mark Newsome, marketing strategist and lead generation expert, for an insightful conversation on affordable marketing, referral generation, customer retention, and sustainable business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Mark shares his entrepreneurial journey, explains how businesses can uncover hidden opportunities, and offers practical strategies for generating more leads, increasing profits, and building...
Beyond the Hype: Rob Broadhead on Leadership, AI, and Building Businesses That Last
<p>Beyond the Hype: Rob Broadhead on Leadership, AI, and Building Businesses That Last</p><p><br></p><p>What does it really take to make technology work for your business?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Rob Broadhead—Fractional CIO, software architect, entrepreneur, founder of RB Consulting, and host of the Develpreneur Podcast.</p><p><br></p><p>With more than 30 years of experience leading technology initiatives, Rob shares why most AI and digital transformation projects fail long before the technology becomes the problem. He explains how le...
From Ideas to Impact: Bruno Pešec on Building a Life of Profitable Innovation
<p>From Ideas to Impact: Bruno Pešec on Building a Life of Profitable Innovation</p><p><br></p><p>What does it really take to turn great ideas into lasting impact?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, host Henry Chiwetelu sits down with innovation advisor, author, keynote speaker, doctoral researcher, and martial arts instructor Bruno Pešec.</p><p><br></p><p>Bruno shares his remarkable journey—from his early beginnings to helping organizations unlock more than €1 billion in new revenue and identify €28 billion in market opportunities. Together, they explore the realities of leadersh...
Beyond the AI Hype: Brian Beck on Turning Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity into Real Business Results
<p>Artificial intelligence is transforming business—but why do so many AI initiatives fail before delivering real results?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, Brian Beck, founder of Proxurve Solutions, shares why successful AI adoption isn't about buying better technology—it's about leadership, execution, and aligning innovation with business strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>Brian discusses AI implementation, cybersecurity, digital transformation, leadership, and the practical steps organizations can take to reduce risk while improving efficiency and decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a business owner, executive, entrepreneur, or technology enthusiast, this conv...
From Broadway to the Boardroom: Sabine Kvenberg on Storytelling, Confidence, and Authentic Leadership in the Age of AI
<p>What makes someone unforgettable when they speak? Is it confidence, charisma, or something deeper?</p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, communication expert, bestselling author, and former professional actress Sabine Kvenberg shares how storytelling, authentic leadership, and intentional communication can transform both businesses and lives.</p><p>Sabine discusses her journey from Germany to the United States, how her theatre background shaped her coaching philosophy, why every entrepreneur is already performing on an invisible stage, and how professionals can embrace AI without sacrificing authenticity.</p><p>Whether you're an entrepreneur, coach, speaker, business leader, or someone looking...
The Hidden Cost of Success: Josh Chernikoff on Entrepreneurship, Heart Health, and Redefining High Performance
<p>What if the greatest threat to your business isn't competition—but ignoring your own health?</p><p>In this episode of Telling My Story, entrepreneur and educator Josh Chernikoff shares the life-changing experience that transformed his understanding of success, leadership, and personal well-being after an unexpected heart health scare.</p><p>Josh discusses entrepreneurship, burnout, stress, preventative healthcare, resilience, leadership, and why every founder should prioritize the person behind the business.</p><p>Whether you're an entrepreneur, executive, business owner, or ambitious professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into building success without sacrificing your health, your relationships, or your fu...
