EP181 - Your Story Isn’t Over: Embracing Vulnerability with Katie Quesada

In this special episode recorded live at The Impact Driven Leader Annual Summit, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with storytelling expert Katie Quesada. Known for her transformative approach to storytelling, Katie helps leaders and organizations harness the power of personal stories to foster connection, empathy, and growth. She emphasizes the importance of speaking from scars, not wounds, and inspires individuals to find healing and meaning in their narratives.

Listen to this heartfelt and inspiring conversation on leadership, storytelling, and the power of human connection. It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to lead with empathy and purpose.

Meet Katie Quesada

Katie is an acclaimed speaker and consultant who is deeply passionate about the art of storytelling. Katie has recently worked with top brands like Nike, United Healthcare, American Eagle Outfitters (and more!) to ignite their story for more effective communication, high trust within teams, and immediate ROI. Katie and her husband Danny live with their two daughters in Orange, CA. They spent two years living in a 180 sq ft tiny home and believe that stories are better than stuff.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

00:00 Introduction 

02:34 The Lack Of Human Connection 

07:10 Connect With Your Audience

11:16 Mental Health: Knowing Your Story

15:12 Empathy In Our Workspace

16:39 Leadership & Storytelling

Resources, books, and links mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Katie:

https://www.katiequesada.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katiequesada

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-quesada


Impact Driven Leader:

Impact Driven Leader Podcast

https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader 

https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/ 

Subscribe to the newsletter:

https://impactdrivenleader.beehiiv.com/

Tyler is on:

https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3 

https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b 


About the Impact Driven Leader Podcast

The Impact Driven Leader Podcast, hosted by Tyler Dickerhoof, is for Xillennial leaders who have felt alone and ill-equipped to lead in today's world. Through inspiring interviews with authors from around the world, Tyler uncovers how unique leadership strengths can empower others to achieve so much more, with real impact.

Rate, review and subscribe here on Apple Podcasts or subscribe on Stitcher and Spotify.

Next
Next

EP182 - Top 5 Leadership Secrets for 2025