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In this enlightening episode of I Need A Coach, Adam Packard sits down with Sarah Elkins, a storytelling expert and coach. Discover the profound impact of narratives on professional growth as Sarah shares how to harness the magic of storytelling in your coaching business. From engaging workshops to transformative client stories, Sarah explores the nuances of weaving personal tales to connect, resonate, and convert. Whether you're an aspiring coach or a seasoned professional, tune in to uncover techniques that can elevate your coaching approach and leave a lasting impression.
Sarah Elkins is a storyteller, keynote speaker, professional musician, author, and Gallup certified StrengthsFinder workplace communication coach. Her highly engaging, experiential presentations, workshops, and coaching packages with in-person and remote teams and their leaders are known to address and reduce miscommunication – the most common cause of tension and stress in the workplace.
Using the team’s results from the CliftonStrengths assessment, she guides conversations to ensure work relationships are based on knowing & valuing each other’s strengths and connecting with each other on the most basic level through story sharing and effective listening.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Importance of storytelling in coaching
- Using StrengthsFinder for professional development
- Techniques for impactful storytelling
- Strategies to connect with potential clients
Timestamps:
05:28 Taking risks and effective storytelling in presentations.
11:16 Craft impactful stories, connect emotionally, and listen.
17:03 Strengthening personal development through effective questioning techniques.
21:55 the importance of "doing a little homework."
Guest Socials:
Elkins Consulting | Website
Elkins Consulting | Facebook
Sarah Elkins | LinkedIn
Sarah Elkins | Instagram
Your Stories Don't Define You | Podcast
