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• From Buzzwords to Real Words: Chris Hare on Mastering Atomic Storytelling — Part One

  Chris Hare has helped big-name executives tell better stories. But today, the tables have turned—he’s the one sharing his story, and I get to ask the tough questions. In this three-part series, we break it down step by step: • Part 1: Corporate storytelling—how businesses craft messages that actually work (and when they don’t). • Part 2: The power of personal storytelling—Chris opens up about his own experiences and the most memorable stories he’s heard. • Part 3: Storytelling in action—Chris shares tools to help us develop our own narratives, and I put myself through the process (with a slight risk of emotional breakdown). If you’ve ever wondered how storytelling can shape careers, businesses, and even personal growth, you won’t want to miss this. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Stories Fuel the Narrative “In my mind, stories are time-bound: this happened, it started here, it ended there. But the narrative is ongoing—it’s an architecture shaping the direction of an individual or company.” Storytelling’s Overplayed? Think Again “For years, I wouldn’t even call myself a storyteller because it was so overplayed. Everyone is using frameworks like the hero’s journey as if they’re paint-by-numbers. But storytelling is far more complex.” The Narrative Flywheel: Stories That Drive Strategy “The stories are the fuel that flows into the flywheel. We synthesize them, find patterns, and decide where to play and how to win. Then, with experimentation and learning, we create more stories—and the flywheel keeps spinning." Human-Centered Design in Action: Logitech’s Transformation “Bracken Darrell took Logitech’s failing narrative and reframed it with a vision: human-centered design across every part of the company. This vision wasn’t pushed from the top but inspired teams, driving Logitech’s turnaround—from 30-day financial reporting to just two.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Chris Hare Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

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• From Corporate Hustle to Happy Hustle: Rahshea Cardiff’s Guide to Workplace Joy – Part Two

  Part Two. Who wouldn’t want more joy at work? In this two-part series, we meet Rahshea Cardiff, VP of Partnerships at Happy Companies—a business on a mission to make workplaces happier and healthier. With two decades of experience at big names like Best Buy, Starbucks, and Microsoft, Rahshea knows what it takes to elevate employee experiences. But there’s more to her story than impressive titles. Rahshea has faced her share of life’s curveballs—losing her mom, navigating a divorce, and raising her first child—all while managing major career shifts. In yesterday's episode, she opened up about how resilience had shaped her journey and what had inspired her to join Happy Companies. Tune in for insights into how she’s using her life lessons to redefine workplace happiness. And don’t miss Part Two today, where we’ll dive into her mission of merging tech with heart and her bold vision for transforming modern workplaces. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Unbecoming to Become: Shedding What Isn’t You "Maybe it’s not about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t who you really are." The Power of Staying True to Yourself “I was told I needed to change who I was… to fit into somebody’s picture of what they thought I should be. Instead, I learned to step into who I am and be proud of it.” Unlocking a Team’s Full Potential through Behavioral Insights “With Happy, leaders get a snapshot of every team member—how they’re wired, their strengths, their energy drivers, and what drains them.” Putting a Personalized Coach at Every Leader’s Fingertips “Happy’s platform essentially puts a one-on-one coach at the fingertips of every leader and employee, including self-coaching to improve communication and motivation.” Human Stories and Tech-Driven Scalability: A Perfect Balance “Technology is terrific for us at Happy; it provides the behavioral insight, but it’s that human coach who can tell the story, make it personal, and take it to the next level of impact.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Rahshea Cardiff Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

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• From Corporate Hustle to Happy Hustle: Rahshea Cardiff’s Guide to Workplace Joy – Part One

  Part One. Who wouldn’t want more joy at work? In this two-part series, we meet Rahshea Cardiff, VP of Partnerships at Happy Companies—a business on a mission to make workplaces happier and healthier. With two decades of experience at big names like Best Buy, Starbucks, and Microsoft, Rahshea knows what it takes to elevate employee experiences. But there’s more to her story than impressive titles. Rahshea has faced her share of life’s curveballs—losing her mom, navigating a divorce, and raising her first child—all while managing major career shifts. In today’s episode, she opens up about how resilience shaped her journey and what inspired her to join Happy Companies. Tune in for insights into how she’s using her life lessons to redefine workplace happiness. And don’t miss Part Two on Tuesday, where we’ll dive into her mission of merging tech with heart and her bold vision for transforming modern workplaces. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Conditioned Ambition: The Corporate Ladder Wasn’t the Life I Wanted “As we’re growing up, we go to school, we get good grades, we go to college, we get married, buy a house. Climb the corporate ladder—it’s what we’re taught, what we see. But in 2016, everything shifted—I realized I was chasing something that no longer felt right." Loss and Legacy: Realizing We’re Not Promised Tomorrow “Losing my mother and going through a divorce within a year taught me that we all fall into this trap of thinking there’s always tomorrow. I began asking myself, ‘If today were my last day, would I be at peace with how I spent it?’ Too many times, the answer was no. I knew it was time to recalibrate.” Choosing Purpose Over Position “I walked away from corporate stability and took a leap into entrepreneurship. And now, working with Happy, I’m able to stay close to my family and focus on meaningful work that aligns with my values.” The Gift of Presence: Living in the Moment “When we are able to shift our mindset and perspective to live in the present, it really is such a gift.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Rahshea Cardiff Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

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• Overalls COO Alison Stewart: Laundry, Leadership, and the Business of Caring – Part Two

  Are you ready to leap out of the corporate bubble? Alison Stewart sure was. In the midst of the pandemic, she swapped her steady finance career for the rollercoaster world of startups. Bold move, right? But what’s even more surprising is how she landed her new role—through LinkedIn networking! Yes, that LinkedIn. In the last episode of a two-part series, Alison shared her motivations for making the jump, the steps she had taken to get there, and how a simple LinkedIn connection had led her to her current co-founder. In today’s episode, we’ll dig into her startup, Overalls, which is flipping the script on employee benefits. By creating a network of “life concierges” that includes stay-at-home parents and retirees, Overalls aims to reduce workplace stress and foster loyalty. Will it work? Tune in to find out. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Building a Village for Every Stage of Life “Overalls is essentially your village… supporting you through life’s messier, more complex situations, like helping an elderly parent or finding summer camps for kids.” A Rare Benefit That Earns Employee Appreciation “This is one of the first times HR is getting thanked by employees for a benefit… they’re amazed at how thankful employees are for the support.” Confidence in Uncharted Territory “The biggest challenge was… do I have the skill set to do these things? Am I qualified to make some of these decisions?… In this environment, it’s all core because again, if you’re not doing it, it’s not getting done.” Keep Your Goals in Sight: Write Them Down “We can get distracted… By writing it down, being honest with ourselves, talking to others, that’ll help us hold ourselves accountable to what it is that we’re looking for.” The Power of Focus and Manifesting the Right Move “I wasn’t reaching out to a million people… I was focused, determined to put the time and energy in. My excitement led me to take a risk, and it worked.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Alison Stewart ______________________ Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

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• Overalls COO Alison Stewart: Laundry, Leadership, and the Business of Caring – Part One

  Are you ready to leap out of the corporate bubble? Alison Stewart sure was. In the midst of the pandemic, she swapped her steady finance career for the rollercoaster world of startups. Bold move, right? But what’s even more surprising is how she landed her new role—through LinkedIn networking! Yes, that LinkedIn. In this first episode of a two-part series, Alison shares her motivations for making the jump, the steps she took to get there, and how a simple LinkedIn connection led her to her current co-founder. In tomorrow’s episode, we’ll dig into her startup, Overalls, which is flipping the script on employee benefits. By creating a network of “life concierges” that includes stay-at-home parents and retirees, Overalls aims to reduce workplace stress and foster loyalty. Will it work? Tune in to find out. Key Highlights of Our Interview: "What Am I Doing?” – Hitting Pause on the Corporate Grind “During the pandemic, time started blending together. I had to stop and ask, what am I doing? Am I happy?” Those months at home made me realize how I’d been running on autopilot, stuck in a cycle of new leadership teams and constant resets. With every change, it felt like we were taking ten steps back just to make one forward." “The Safety Net of a Strong Company” – Navigating Stability vs. Fulfillment “You can get caught up in…having a strong company, great group of colleagues…new opportunities coming at you. But it might not be what truly motivates you.” “Controlling for Risk Factors” – Making Thoughtful Career Moves “I was trying to control for those risk factors, or at least account for them…what was I comfortable with? How would it impact my family?” “Overalls Caught My Eye” – The Power of an Unexpected Spark “I was sitting at work…reading about the launch of Overalls, and I got really excited. People almost stopped me, saying, ‘Allison, nothing gives you as much excitement as this opportunity." “Taking Skills Beyond Insurance” – Exploring New Industries on LinkedIn “I was interested in exploring something outside the insurance industry…how does my experience, how do my skills translate, and how do I communicate them effectively?” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guests: Alison Stewart ______________________ Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

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