Stories Matter! - Helping Leaders Transform Lives

About Stories Matter! - Helping Leaders Transform Lives

Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ (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/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/wgayleturner/) Subscribe to The Storytellers Channel’s newsletter by downloading a FREE audiobook of Edgar Allan Poe’s The Tell-Tale Heart at https://storytellerschannel.com/ (https://storytellerschannel.com/)

Publisher

IBGR onAir Talent Gayle Turner & Shelli Jost Brady

Category

arts · business · business · business · business · education · education · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Feb 2023

Latest episode

15 Aug 2025

Latest episodes

222 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Aug 2025

   S14 E24 A Leaders Journey Part 4 with Shelli Jost Brady & Gayle Turner

   Welcome to another episode of Stories Matter! On today's show, Shelli Jost Brady interviews her co-host Gayle Turner, Executive Producer at The Storytellers Channel. In this episode, Gayle shares his personal journey and the incredible transformation he has experienced as a leader. The conversation takes an interesting turn as they reminisce about a popular television show from their childhood and discuss the significance of storytelling in impacting behavior and leaving a lasting legacy. Gayle also discusses the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he and his team adapted their approach to help senior leaders become more effective in their roles. Don't miss this inspiring and informative episode filled with valuable insights on the power of story in transforming lives. Welcome to S14 E24: Gayle Turner - A Leader's Journey Part 4. Let's dive in! Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ (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/ (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/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/) 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 (https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire) Keywords Stories Matter, Storytellers Channel, leaders, Story, transform lives, Gayle Turner, Shelli Jost Brady, Alchemy Consulting, power of story, impact behavior, sustainable change, inspiring commitment, leaving a legacy, leadership, crafting intentional stories, COVID, theater, audience, storytelling, fear of impending humiliation, public humiliation, memories, change, career, strategic planning, culture, values, neuroscience, imprinting behavior, integrity, intentional storytelling, context, bridge, growth, senior management, sessions, podcasts, newsletter.

2. 

   24 Sept 2024

   Reciprocity and Listening [Key to Strong Relationships]

   "I think if it is about relationship, that begins with conversation. That begins with sitting down together." - Gayle Turner [Why This Is Important] - The main objective here is to become a person worth listening to so you can strengthen relationships. In this episode, Gayle, Ajax, and Shelli delve into the significance of localism, the impact of technology adoption on human interactions, and the need for genuine engagement to promote healthy relationships. [What you need to know.] - The discussion centers around the vital role of conversation and active listening in fostering healthy relationships and finding common ground. The concept of localism and the impact of technology on human interactions are also explored in depth. [What you need to do.] - Embrace the value of active listening and initiate conversations that foster understanding and strengthen relationships. Consider the impact of localism and how it can influence the way you interact with your community and beyond. [TAKE ACTION] Do this now: Reflect on the quality of your conversations and engagements, aiming to embody the principles of active listening and genuine connection. Consider how you can support local initiatives and promote human-scale interactions in your community. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize meaningful conversations, support local initiatives, and embrace human-scale engagements. Bios Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ (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/ (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 more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/) Download a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire (https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire) Ajax Greene is a polymath who has synergized being a world-class athlete, a successful business leader with a 40-year meditation practice into a focused mission to bring coherence to the global economy one person and one organization at a time. He believes brain coherence is the foundation that human and business success is built on. Check out Coherence Collaborative https://coherencecollaborative.com/ (https://coherencecollaborative.com/) or his LinkedIn profile to learn more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaxgreene/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaxgreene/) Keywords Gayle Turner, Shelli Jost Brady, Ajax Greene, relationship, reciprocity, covenants, social contract, conversation, listening, localism, technology adoption, human scale, AI, customer experience, local economy, equity, global industry, climate resilience, delivery centers, reciprocity, healthy relationships

3. 

   24 Sept 2024

   Leading with Integrity [Growing Leaders, Creating Positive Impact]

   "You know, Gayle, you really should have been a preacher." - Shelli Jost Brady [Why This Is Important] - The main message from this episode is the importance of nurturing and developing leaders instead of simply seeking power and control. As we delve into this story of leadership and succession, the episode message becomes finding the balance between ambition and mentorship. [What you need to know] - This episode explores the challenges and implications of leadership succession, the Peter Principle, and the broken American legal system. It also addresses the moral and systemic failings present in the current state of leadership in various industries. [What you need to do] - Reflect on your own approach to leadership and succession. Consider how you can actively contribute to nurturing and developing future leaders within your organization. Additionally, consider the implications of the American legal system and how it can be improved to uphold justice for all. [TAKE ACTION] Do this now - Assess your leadership style and seek ways to mentor and develop others within your sphere of influence, while also considering how you can advocate for a fair and just legal system. Bios Gayle Turner is President of The Storytellers Channel, Inc. https://storytellerschannel.com/ (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/ (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 more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelli-jost-brady-94b44835/) Download a FREE checklist of how to craft intentional stories to inspire results. https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire (https://storytellerschannel.com/inspire) Ajax Greene is a polymath who has synergized being a world-class athlete, a successful business leader with a 40-year meditation practice into a focused mission to bring coherence to the global economy one person and one organization at a time. He believes brain coherence is the foundation that human and business success is built on. Check out Coherence Collaborative https://coherencecollaborative.com/ (https://coherencecollaborative.com/) or his LinkedIn profile to learn more. https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaxgreene/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaxgreene/) Keywords Gayle Turner, Shelli Jost Brady, Ajax Greene, preachers, leaders, companies, founder, director, social contract, mantle passing, torch passing, cultivating, nurturing, top of the mountain, destructive behavior, leadership, ethics, management, Peter Principle, incompetence, hubris, fear, private companies, legal system, justice, competition, systemic change, money, time, evidence, amends, meta-crisis, moral failing.

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