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Once Upon a Business

Story Coach Lisa Bloom is the go-to expert on business story-telling. For decades she’s helped entrepreneurs master this important but overlooked skill. In Once Upon a Business, she’s turning her attention from the craft of storytelling to the stories themselves — the densely evocative folk and fairy tales that we all are exposed to regardless of our culture. In each episode of Once Upon a Business, Lisa reads a fairy or folk tale and then extracts rich business lessons that are applicable for

business entrepreneurship

All Episodes

9:25

The Threads That Connect Us

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/04/20

Lisa Bloom tells the parable Dance with Your Hands Free, a story of envy and deceit. In business (as in life), we are all vulnerable to these traits — perhaps our own, but most often that of others. But how do we respond? Lisa proposes compassion.

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14:51

Chasing False Magic

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/04/06

Lisa Bloom tells the story The Magic Ball, a tale of being captivated to the point of endangerment. All too often, entrepreneurs fall prey to distraction, or conversely, blind obsession. Lisa looks at both — then offers a different take on the story’s villain.

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14:39

Promises and Greed

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/03/23

Story coach Lisa Bloom tells a short fable, The Snake of Dreams, then examines how we are susceptible to allowing our values to shift with circumstances. And in particular to this story, greed can alter how we approach transactions and relationships

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19:20

Presenting Behind The Launch

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/03/16

Host Lisa Bloom introduces a new show on the Mirasee FM podcast network — Behind the Launch, hosted by Cynthia Lamb. In this bonus episode, we take a ride from the elation of a million-dollar launch to disappointment when the next launch falls short.

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11:09

From the Darkness

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/03/09

In The Day the Sun Hid, Story Coach Lisa Bloom helps us see how, working through our darkest moments, we will ultimately find light. It comes from the support of others, our persistence, and recognizing that our path out of darkness is a process, not a leap.

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34:15

Presenting For Better or For Work (Gary and Meg...

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/03/02

Lisa Bloom introduces For Better or For Work, the Mirasee FM podcast network’s new show hosted by Bhoomi Pathak and Danny Iny. In this bonus episode, guest couple Meg and Gary Hirshberg candidly talk about their early business conflicts and choices.

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8:36

Sincerity is Key

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/02/23

In this trickster tale, The Leaning Silver Birch, we're reminded that entrepreneurs need to be sincere and authentic or customers will spot shallow promises. Connecting genuinely, providing solutions, and showing vulnerability are keys to lasting relationships.

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8:52

Healthy Comparison

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/02/09

Through the tale, Three Raindrops, Story Coach Lisa Bloom highlights how healthy comparisons can result in growth and collaboration. She cautions against being so driven by our egos that we feel superior and close ourselves off from learning from others.

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8:39

Through the Eyes of a Child

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/01/26

Through this week's folklore, Lisa Bloom explores how we often overlook the needs of those we serve in favor of what we think is best. She shares how viewing our business with childlike innocence allows us to examine how our values align with our actions.

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20:35

Presenting Blowing Up (Holly Chantal)

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/01/19

Host Lisa Bloom introduces Blowing Up, a new podcast in the Mirasee FM podcast network. In this bonus episode, hosts Linda Claire Puig and Ari Iny talk with Holly Chantal about how to find success with messaging.

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9:43

The Value of Loss

Once Upon a Business ·

2023/01/12

Story coach Lisa Bloom tells the tale of a shepherd who stumbled across the treasure of a lifetime and just as quickly lost it. He used this great loss to inspire his village, much like you can use your own story to inspire those around you.

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13:53

Team’s Pick (Lucia Zenteno)

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/12/29

Mirasee FM director Cynthia Lamb chose this favorite episode to play again during the holiday break. In the episode, a compassionate hero reminds us that the vast diversity in our world does not hinder us; it serves us when we honor others just as they are.

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8:42

Leaving a Legacy

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/12/22

In today’s story, we are reminded that life is a precious gift. And what we leave behind is its own story made up of a series of choices in a finite series of moments. Whatever path you choose, be mindful of the story you’re writing along the way.

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50:11

Presenting To Lead Is Human

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/12/15

Producer Cynthia Lamb introduces To Lead Is Human, a new podcast in the Mirasee FM podcast network. In this passionate, bonus episode, host Sharon Richmond talks with Shalini Verma about the transformational benefits of conscious leadership.

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13:01

Character Counts

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/12/08

In today’s story, endearing animals display human characteristics that encourage us to take a closer look at our own integrity, mindfulness and motives. We are inspired to honor the wisdom of our elders and value the loyalty of true friends.

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17:43

Dream Big

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/11/24

In today’s story, a young orphan boy demonstrates the power of perseverance and resilience. It can be difficult to pursue our dreams when they seem so far away, so impossible. But the magic happens when we truly believe in ourselves and don’t give up.

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42:18

Presenting The Self-Awakened Lifestyle (Laura)

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/11/17

Host Lisa Bloom introduces The Self-Awakened Lifestyle, a new podcast on the Mirasee FM podcast network. In this bonus episode, host Esco Wilson guides his guest through a journey of healing painful memories and regrets to a commitment for a more empowering future.

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7:23

Lighted Paths

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/11/10

In today’s lighthearted story, we explore foolishness as a messenger of truth. Lisa tells of a beloved thirteenth century character whose tales force us to examine our own beliefs and behaviors. We’re encouraged to look closely to discover where true value lies.

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9:04

A Wealth of Wisdom

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/10/27

In today’s story, a poor villager’s dreams come true only to reveal his genuine heart’s desires. It reminds us that what we want is often viewed through a very narrow lens. And in the realization of our surface desires, we may discover what is truly missing.

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11:40

Casting Stones

Once Upon a Business ·

2022/10/13

In today’s story, a clever defendant gives us all reason to pause and think about the way we view ourselves and others. Our judgment is like a looking glass into our own souls. If we are willing to look, we can see what is being reflected.

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