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Unconventional Leaders

Join Heather Parady each week for a spiritual and quirky take on storytelling. Each week: tactical tips, behind-the-scenes with creators, and reflections on how the stories we tell shape culture, humanity, and our spiritual lives.

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41:31

Burn the Ships, Change Your Environment, Be More...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/03/05

To do something outside of the box in your life and career, you are going to have to take risks (shocker right?). Although we say we want “x” with our lives, are we taking the necessary steps to get there?Today, I had the pleasure of speaking with J. Vladimir, an innovative artist who blends the world of editorial fashion photography with modern pop art. He shares his story of “burning the boats” to become a full-time artist, and why he advocates for “betting on yourself”. We also dig into his

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57:44

Improve Your Service-Based Business with THIS | Dr....

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/02/27

Learning how to truly connect with others is a skill set. If you are providing a service, you have to invest time in learning human psychology and developing your communication skills to adapt to a variety of people.Today, I connected with Dr. Michael Sonick, an internationally-known, highly-regarded authority in the field of Dental Implantology and Periodontology. However, this conversation is not for dentists, it's for anyone who cares for and works closely with people. Dr. Sonick shares wisdom

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58:25

How to be a Better Storyteller | Matthew Dicks |...

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2024/02/20

I read the book Storyworthy a couple of years ago, and it has been one of my “go-to” books on the art of storytelling. Today, I got to connect with its author, Matthew Dicks, who is an international bestselling author, columnist, playwright, teacher, and a beast in storytelling!In this conversation, we dig into how to deliver your message in a way that sticks with the audience, as well as tactical tips on storytelling. One of the biggest takeaways we can carry from this conversation is that no

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52:53

How to Make Your Content WORK | Nicky Saunders

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/02/13

How do you stay focused on your mission, heart, and calling when you feel like you have to communicate it all in a world with an attention span of only 60 seconds?Today’s guest is a content strategist for some of your favorite speakers and influencers, and she has built her platform training and guiding other leaders on how to effectively use social media. In this conversation, Nicky Saunders discusses a bit of tactics and a lot of philosophy when it comes to approaching your social media channels

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51:47

What Does It REALLY Take to Get in Shape? (Not What...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/02/06

Pernilla Stryker is a complete powerhouse. A fitness influencer and charismatic content creator with the best abs I have ever seen. Literally, how does she do it?Friends, it may not be what you think. I met her a few months ago and was super impressed with her energy and resolve to not only push herself outside of her comfort zone but also her dedication to helping others become the highest versions of themselves.In this conversation, we explored how you can become more comfortable in your own skin

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42:54

Staying Rooted in Faith (Even Through Your Doubt) |...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/01/30

For the past several years, I have seen today's guest perform at a conference and have just been blown away not only by his talent but also by his ability to connect with a crowd. His name is Elec Simon. If you have seen him perform once, there is no chance that you could forget him.With over 20 years of experience performing and wowing crowds of up to 25,000 – with the off-Broadway and touring productions of 'Stomp', on global music tour stages, and on NBA courts – Elec Simon knows a thing or two

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58:19

Gaining TRACTION as an Artist and Building Your Music...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/01/23

What does it really take to get your creative work in front of more people and make a real living from your craft? Some say not to worry about the money, but how can you stay true to your art while still moving the ball forward?Today, I connected with Chad Lawson, an American pianist and composer, who found that sweet spot between the business side of music and creating work that he is truly passionate about. In this conversation, he breaks down the exact steps he took in the early days to build his

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57:37

Alter Egos, High Performance, and the MYTH of...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2024/01/16

Is being yourself truly 'enough'? What if there were multiple versions of you that you could access to perform at your best, depending on the situation? I recently shared a video on this topic and received some skepticism (fair pushback) regarding the idea of creating an 'Alter Ego'.In response, I reached out to Todd Herman, a performance coach and author, who has assisted world-renowned athletes and leaders in tapping into their superpowers through an Alter Ego. In this episode, we explore your

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57:17

Is UNFORGIVENESS Affecting Your Success? | Amy Lacey

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/29

Is unforgiveness harming your business? Keeping you back from fulfilling your goals and ambitions? This is not an easy question, and one that would be easy to dismiss, but I challenge you to lean in and hear this story.Today, Amy Lacey, serial entrepreneur, joins us to talk about the impact of forgiveness on your mental health and success. Amy is in the top 1% of all female business owners and confidently shares in this conversation about how the inner work has led to her success. But as Amy says,

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50:52

Able Heart: Recreating Yourself and Building NEW Dreams

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/22

Are you at a point in your life where you are questioning your purpose? Dealt with a blow to your dreams and plans – and you don’t even know what to do anymore?Today, I connected with Able Heart, Philadelphia based-singer, songwriter and producer, who shares with us how he managed to get back up after his Amateur US Olympic snowboarding career came to an abrupt halt due to an injury.He eventually found his solace in music and now shares his spirituality with his audience by intentionally creating

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51:07

Youtube Expert on Staying GROUNDED While Growing an...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/19

Every aspiring content creator loves tactics. Folks are desperately searching on how to go viral, build an online community, and keep people’s attention. But what if I told you that building an influence doesn’t lie in merely going viral, but by holding true to your values?Today, I spoke with Sean Cannell, the founder of Think Media, who is one of today’s leading online video experts and the world’s most watched YouTube strategist.As a faith-driven leader, I had him on the show not to talk about

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46:49

How to Produce Better Content as a One-Man Show |...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/15

If you are a one-man (or woman) show, trying to pull off running a business, creating content, etc., it's understandable that you may feel overwhelmed. What if there was a way to employ multiple 'selves' and operate effectively as a team... even if it's just you?Today, I connected with George Sidiropoulos, a former musician turned content creator who has NAILED a system that helps him produce more, in less time, using multiple versions of himself. In this conversation, we dig into how to navigate

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58:54

How to Captivate an Audience & Be More Confident |...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/12

“The butterflies will never go away, but you can teach them to fly in formation.” - Rob GilbertAs a communicator do you struggle to feel like you belong in certain rooms? How do you show up and not have the pestering voice in the back of your head to prove something? Well, here’s a question for you: “What if feeling confident wasn’t the determining factor?”Today, I connected with René Rodriguez, best-selling author, keynote speaker, leadership advisor, and transformational speaker coach. For the

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44:13

How to Create Boundaries after Religion | Travis...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/08

Leaving a strong religious background and diving into the world of entrepreneurship can feel both confusing and oddly familiar at the same time. A few years ago, I came across a man who has built a career around helping entrepreneurs grow their network and connect with influential people. His business successes are impressive, but when I heard his story about deconstructing from what some may consider a cult... I had to ask him some questions.Today, we are speaking with Travis Chappell, about

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37:47

Improve Your Short Form Video by Doing This | Brendan...

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/05

How in the WORLD do you tell good stories on social media when folks have an attention span of like 2 seconds? If there is one person to learn from, my friends, I promise, it is Brendan Kane.Brendan is the founder of Hook Point and has been a digital marketing leader since 2005. He has guided major brands and celebrities, pioneered the first YouTube influencer campaign, managed $200 million in marketing, and generated $1 billion in revenue.Today, we talked about how you can drive your content and

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30:47

Learn More While You Read by Doing This | Nick Hutchison

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/12/01

Ever feel overwhelmed after reading a book? You learn a ton of new, helpful information but are not sure where to begin when it comes to applying everything you just learned. Maybe you struggle with reading books altogether, even though you know you “should.”Today, I connected with Nick Hutchison, author of 'Rise of the Reader' and founder of BookThinkers, a platform that bridges the worlds of authors and readers. Today, he shares with us his unique story of how he started reading and what it's like

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31:13

Makin’ BANGERS on Social Media | Whiskey Biz

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/11/28

Are you just…built differently? Leaning into those small quirks and mustering up the courage to show all of who you are is what this world is waiting for.Today, I connected with Whiskey Biz, an unconventional entrepreneur and creator. I found him on TikTok and am not sure I have ever seen someone seem to have as much fun making content as his guy. In this conversation, we discuss his philosophy in creation, being ambitious while having a family, and why ENJOYING what you make is the key to it

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48:30

How to Integrate Media and Mental Health | Shira Lazar

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/11/21

Shira Lazar is an Emmy-nominated host and interviewer covering social media, emerging tech, and the future of well-being. I had her on the show today to talk about her unconventional career and to provide insights for us as communicators on how to navigate rooms we may find intimidating, and to create with courage.We also discussed how she is integrating the topic of mental health in male-dominated spaces and why it's important to pay close attention to the role of technology for unconventional

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56:41

Rob Bell on Writing, Creativity, and Spaceships

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/11/17

Rob Bell has spent his entire life communicating to the masses, from pastoring one of America’s fastest-growing churches to writing fourteen books and plays which have been translated into 25 languages. If you know him, you know he has a GIFT for taking a deep message and delivering it in a unique and creative way.But this next version of Rob Bell is another level.He recently authored a fiction book titled, 'Where You Park Your Spaceship,' where he created a whole new world with thought-provoking

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44:12

How to Tell Better Stories | Pixar’s Matthew Luhn

Unconventional Leaders ·

2023/11/14

Matthew Luhn has over 25 years of experience in creating stories and characters, with story credits including the Toy Story films, Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, Cars, Monsters University, Ratatouille, UP, and many more.In this conversation, Matthew shares insights on developing the right story structure and themes to deeply resonate with audiences through the stories you want to tell. Be sure to check out his incredible book, 'Best Story Wins,' and his latest book, 'Santa Yeti.'ACCESS FULL SHOW NOTES

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