230: Vulnerability is a Strength - Stories to Connect by Being Open

Janine Hamner Holman knows how to be vulnerable in a way that builds strength and understanding.

How do we challenge ourselves? How do you put yourself in vulnerable positions for growth? Listen in as Sarah Elkins and her special guest, Janine Hamner Holman, discuss the vulnerability of taking risks and trying new things. Listen as they explore Janine’s stories and experiences. Check it out today!

Discovering Clarity One Bite at a Time course is now available!

“We have this ridiculous idea that vulnerability is weak. The reality is it is exactly the opposite. Vulnerability is strong.” - Janine Hamner Holman

*podcast show notes contributed by Tracy Ackeret

About Janine: 

Janine Hamner Holman is the President and Co-Founder of J and J Consulting Group, LLC and the podcast host of The Cost of Not Paying Attention. She is a New York University alumni with her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government and English double major. Janine also has publications in Forbes and Thrive Global. 

Visit Janine’s LinkedIn and website!

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ABOUT SARAH:

"Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision."

In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I’ve realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don’t realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they’re sharing them with.

My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home.

The audiobook, Your Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available!

Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana.

229: Uncommon Storytelling Tip #5

Three Ways to Tell a Story of Struggle Without Creating a Villain

How can you demonstrate your experiences, especially your most challenging people-related experiences, without vilifying the other characters? Even if they deserve it? In the latest edition of my uncommon storytelling tip series, I share the three ways to share a story without creating a villain. Check it out today to see how the stories you share matter! 

Discovering Clarity One Bite at a Time course is now available!

“You’re building your reputation, your brand, and the perceptions people will have of you every time you share a story.”  

*podcast show notes contributed by Tracy Ackeret

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ABOUT SARAH:

"Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision."

In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I’ve realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don’t realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they’re sharing them with.

My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home.

The audiobook, Your Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available!

Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana.

226: Uncommon Storytelling Tip #3

Episode 226: Uncommon Storytelling Tips #3

How do you connect with others? In what ways do your stories resonate with the people you tell them to? Listen to the latest podcast episode where I dive into the three ways to use story sharing to connect with others, and how to understand a person better through storytelling. 

Discovering Clarity One Bite at a Time course is now available. 

“Being able to share the right story to unlock the story of the person in front of you will be a whole lot easier and natural to apply when you’ve been collecting your stories in a story portfolio. ” 

*podcast show notes contributed by Tracy Ackeret

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ABOUT SARAH:

"Uncovering the right stories for the right audiences so executives, leaders, public speakers, and job seekers can clearly and actively demonstrate their character, values, and vision."

In my work with coaching clients, I guide people to improve their communication using storytelling as the foundation of our work together. What I’ve realized over years of coaching and podcasting is that the majority of people don’t realize the impact of the stories they share - on their internal messages, and on the people they’re sharing them with.

My work with leaders and people who aspire to be leaders follows a similar path to the interviews on my podcast, uncovering pivotal moments in their lives and learning how to share them to connect more authentically with others, to make their presentations and speaking more engaging, to reveal patterns that have kept them stuck or moved them forward, and to improve their relationships at work and at home.

The audiobook, Your Stories Don’t Define You, How You Tell Them Will is now available!

Included with your purchase are two bonus tracks, songs recorded by Sarah's band, Spare Change, in her living room in Montana.