Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Exectuive Coach J Loren Norris

J Loren Norris

Leading Leaders with J Loren Norris is a premier Executive Coaching and Leadership Training podcast. Designed for Professional Speakers, Pastors, and Politicians, we teach Communication Skills through the lens of Attitude Engineering. Move beyond recycled anecdotes to master Public Speaking and Brand Narrative with 100% integrity. Learn to align thoughts and feelings with language to transform Company Culture and Reputation Management. From stage to screen, tell better stories, better. Hosted by the 2021 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.

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    6/5/2026 A LEADERS GREATEST ASSET IS THE ATTITUDE OF HUMILITY 

    6/5/2026 A LEADERS GREATEST ASSET IS THE ATTITUDE OF HUMILITY  EPISODE 1797 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 🚀 Book Your Private Story Audit with J. Loren: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222696275293163  🎙️ Listen to the Leading Leaders Podcast: Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Coach J Loren Norris ABOUT THIS VIDEO Just because you don’t understand doesn’t mean it’s wrong.  Attitude is what you think about how you feel and how you feel about what you think.  A leader who feels confident, strong, assertive, bold, in charge ONLY when they are right IMHO is a weak leader. They are usually,  actually deeply insecure and must be assertive to convince everyone they are right. Even when they suspect they are not.  A leader who thinks “I could be wrong and I want to know if I am,” might seem weak, submissive and malleable to the outsider. The confidence, emotional intelligence, moral foundations and long term stability are likely the trademarks of a leader who knows how to be corrected.  Both of these leadership styles will surface through the stories the leader chooses to tell. Ego and humility both hide in everyday conversations.  Learn to mine, craft and deliver stories consistent with your message, mission and vision by joining www.StoryPowerAcademy.com  In this video series , J. Loren Norris discusses: How to eliminate "Word Salad" and speak with authority.The StoryPower Method for engineering workplace culture.The exact framework used to 10x fundraising results (from $31k to $300k). ABOUT J. LOREN NORRIS J. Loren Norris is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, US Air Force Veteran, and the Founder of StoryPower Academy. With 30+ years of experience speaking to audiences of up to 40,000, Loren helps leaders and influencers tell better stories, better. CONNECT WITH LOREN: 🌍 Website: jlorennorris.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jloren 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/jlorennorris #StoryPower #LeadershipCommunication #PublicSpeaking #JohnMaxwellTeam #ExecutiveCoaching Copyright Tell it Like It Is, Inc 2026

    31 min
  2. 3d ago

    6/4/2026 HOW GOOD IS THE FIT IN YOUR LEADERSHIP TEAM? “MEASURE TWICE AND CUT ONCE!”

    6/4/2026 HOW GOOD IS THE FIT IN YOUR LEADERSHIP TEAM? “MEASURE TWICE AND CUT ONCE!” EPISODE 1796 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 🚀 Book Your Private Story Audit with J. Loren: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222696275293163 🎙️ Listen to the Leading Leaders Podcast: Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Coach J Loren Norris ABOUT THIS VIDEO “Measure twice and cut once!” I almost got it right. Then I realized I overlooked a tiny detail. A small compromise meant a huge disappointment looming. Sure there’s a fix, a solution, a remedy for this potential problem I have created. It is also a remedy which could have been avoided with a tad more effort and a bit of an investment. Whether bookshelves or sales teams, education or recreation, information or entertainment the adjustments are minor in the short game and major in the long run. “We tend to hire people for what they know and fire them for who they are.” John C Maxwell Making the effort first will minimize adjustments in the back end. Learn to mine, craft and deliver stories consistent with your message, mission and vision by joining www.StoryPowerAcademy.com In this video series , J. Loren Norris discusses: * How to eliminate "Word Salad" and speak with authority. * The StoryPower Method for engineering workplace culture. * The exact framework used to 10x fundraising results (from $31k to $300k). ABOUT J. LOREN NORRIS J. Loren Norris is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, US Air Force Veteran, and the Founder of StoryPower Academy. With 30+ years of experience speaking to audiences of up to 40,000, Loren helps leaders and influencers tell better stories, better. CONNECT WITH LOREN: 🌍 Website: jlorennorris.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jloren 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/jlorennorris #StoryPower #LeadershipCommunication #PublicSpeaking #JohnMaxwellTeam #ExecutiveCoaching Copyright Tell it Like It Is, Inc 2026

    32 min
  3. 4d ago

    6/3/2026 WHAT PRICE ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR GOING TO THE NEXT LEVEL

    6/3/2026 WHAT PRICE ARE YOU WILLING TO PAY FOR GOING TO THE NEXT LEVEL EPISODE 1795 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 🚀 Book Your Private Story Audit with J. Loren: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222696275293163 🎙️ Listen to the Leading Leaders Podcast: Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Coach J Loren Norris ABOUT THIS VIDEO What about the sacrifices made by taking the golden egg opportunity? When you have had options, opportunities and obstacles laid before you and have a hard time distinguishing them your success or failure may be only one huckster away. Listening to great storytelling with weak morals reminds me there are charlatans in every industry, vertical market, niche and yes even ministry. They play on your dreams by complimenting your skills, and elevating your desires. They pull you along like a slingshot launches and glider plane and when they get what they want from you they jettison you to figure out how to fly or land on your own. STORYPOWER is a superpower but character may be your kryptonite! Learn to mine, craft and deliver stories consistent with your message, mission and vision by joining www.StoryPowerAcademy.com In this video series , J. Loren Norris discusses: * How to eliminate "Word Salad" and speak with authority. * The StoryPower Method for engineering workplace culture. * The exact framework used to 10x fundraising results (from $31k to $300k). ABOUT J. LOREN NORRIS J. Loren Norris is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, US Air Force Veteran, and the Founder of StoryPower Academy. With 30+ years of experience speaking to audiences of up to 40,000, Loren helps leaders and influencers tell better stories, better. CONNECT WITH LOREN: 🌍 Website: jlorennorris.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jloren 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/jlorennorris #StoryPower #LeadershipCommunication #PublicSpeaking #JohnMaxwellTeam #ExecutiveCoaching Copyright Tell it Like It Is, Inc 2026

    27 min
  4. In a deeply reflective conversation, J Loren Norris and Ondrea Lynn delve into the intricate relationship between health, fitness, and trauma.

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    In a deeply reflective conversation, J Loren Norris and Ondrea Lynn delve into the intricate relationship between health, fitness, and trauma.

    Join J Loren Norris on Story Power TV for an inspiring conversation with award-nominated author Ondrea Lynn In a deeply reflective conversation, J Loren Norris and Ondrea Lynn delve into the intricate relationship between health, fitness, and trauma, unraveling how physicality often manifests as an escape from emotional pain. Ondrea, who began her journey as a dancer at five, shares how movement became a coping mechanism amidst personal turmoil, particularly in a volatile home environment scarred by divorce and abuse. Her evolution from viewing her body as an idol to embracing it as a vessel for strength and healing exemplifies a fundamental shift in her perspective. Listeners will resonate with her candid storytelling, as Andrea discusses her transformation from survival mode, fueled by a toxic marriage and early motherhood, to a life grounded in faith and self-worth. The discussion navigates the bondage that comes with idolizing fitness, dieting, and external validation, illustrating how obsession can overshadow genuine health. Through personal anecdotes and insights, Ondrea sheds light on the impacts of trauma, detailing her struggles with self-esteem and self-worth influenced by experiences of assault and emotional abuse. As they explore the various coping mechanisms adopted over the years, the conversation highlights a range of unhealthy patterns, including infidelity and destructive relationships, that stem from unresolved pain. Ondrea’s journey towards healing becomes a testament to redefining one’s relationship with the body—not as an object for admiration or competition, but as a sacred temple deserving of care. By the end of this episode, listeners will not only find inspiration in Ondrea’s resilience but also an invitation to reflect on their own issues relating to body image, emotional health, and spiritual growth. Resources & Links: Book Your Private Story Audit: Stop hiding your survival secrets and start leading with them. Book your audit with J. Loren at ⁠https://www.jotform.com/form/230026062279046⁠Leading Leaders Podcast: Catch daily 5-minute leadership insights at StoryPower Academy. About StoryPower TV: Hosted by J. Loren Norris, a John Maxwell Certified Coach and US Air Force Veteran, StoryPower TV on the ⁠OBBM Network⁠ focuses on communication, character, and the "StoryPower" tools needed for radical leadership transformation. Connect with Us: Watch Live: Tune in every morning on ⁠Facebook⁠ via the OBBM Network.Website: ⁠jlorennorris.com⁠Hashtags: #LeadershipSimplified #StoryPowerTV #TravisGerardi #NavyVeteran #WorkplaceCulture #StorytellingForLeaders #JLorenNorris #OBBMNetwork

    23 min
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    Join J Loren Norris on Story Power TV for an inspiring conversation with award-nominated author Sunny Wessel. 

    Join J Loren Norris on Story Power TV for an inspiring conversation with award-nominated author Sunny Wessel.  In this episode, Sunny shares the unconventional beginning of her writing journey—receiving a divine calling while on a motorcycle—and how her personal journals evolved into a series of books focused on intimacy with God. Explore the profound importance of leaving a spiritual legacy through the written word and discover how to recognize God's daily invitations in your own life. Whether you are a writer, a seeker, or someone looking to deepen your faith, this interview offers a unique perspective on hearing God's voice and living in His favor.Show Notes The Accidental Author: Sunny Wessel recounts how a motorcycle ride led to a divine instruction to write a book, despite having no initial title or subject matter.The Value of Journals: Over several years, Wessel realized her decades of messy journals and notes were actually the foundation of her message on hearing God's voice.Defining Legacy:Intimacy Over Dogma: Wessel explains that her award-nominated book focuses on developing a personal relationship and intimacy with God rather than following religious doctrine or dogma.The Unfolding Answer: A discussion on how God’s revelations are not static; rather, answers "unfold" as individuals mature and continue to seek Him.Life Transformation: Sunny reflects on how her faith and writing journey made her "come alive fully," improving her life as a wife and mother.Story Power Academy: Host J Loren Norris details an upcoming retreat in Granbury, Texas, focused on leadership, communication, and the art of storytelling.Featured Books by Sunny Wessel:God's Special Invitation, How Will You RSVPLiving in the Favor and Fear of the LordResources & Links: Book Your Private Story Audit: Stop hiding your survival secrets and start leading with them. Book your audit with J. Loren at https://www.jotform.com/form/230026062279046Leading Leaders Podcast: Catch daily 5-minute leadership insights at StoryPower Academy. About StoryPower TV: Hosted by J. Loren Norris, a John Maxwell Certified Coach and US Air Force Veteran, StoryPower TV on the OBBM Network focuses on communication, character, and the "StoryPower" tools needed for radical leadership transformation. Connect with Us: Watch Live: Tune in every morning on Facebook via the OBBM Network.Website: jlorennorris.comHashtags: #LeadershipSimplified #StoryPowerTV #TravisGerardi #NavyVeteran #WorkplaceCulture #StorytellingForLeaders #JLorenNorris #OBBMNetwork

    20 min
  6. StoryPower TV Interview with TISH HARTWELL

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    StoryPower TV Interview with TISH HARTWELL

    StoryPower TV Interview with TISH HARTWELL In an inspiring dialogue, Tish Hartwell opens up about her life journey, shaped by a devastating car accident over 33 years ago that inflicted severe physical limitations. She reveals how a moment of sheer darkness transformed into a quest for purpose, fueled by resilience and faith. Tish shares poignant details of her book, a narrative that chronicles her struggles and the divine whisper she received, assuring her that she still had a meaningful role to play in the world. The conversation explores the therapeutic nature of storytelling, as Tish recounts how writing offered her not just catharsis but clarity, serving as both a bridge to her past and a beacon for her future. She recounts pivotal moments and life lessons that unfolded during her recovery, emphasizing the significance of divine connection and the unwavering love of Jesus Christ. She reflects on how her faith, rather than dwindling, deepened during her trials, reminding listeners that resilience often emerges from our darkest times. Tish's journey resonates with anyone grappling with adversity, as she encourages readers to seek their purpose and embrace the hope that faith brings. Her story is a powerful testament that what seems impossible can be transformed into a life of purpose, healing, and profound connection. Resources & Links: Book Your Private Story Audit: Stop hiding your survival secrets and start leading with them. Book your audit with J. Loren at https://www.jotform.com/form/230026062279046 Leading Leaders Podcast: Catch daily 5-minute leadership insights at StoryPower Academy.About StoryPower TV: Hosted by J. Loren Norris, a John Maxwell Certified Coach and US Air Force Veteran, StoryPower TV on the OBBM Network focuses on communication, character, and the "StoryPower" tools needed for radical leadership transformation. Connect with Us: Watch Live: Tune in every morning on Facebook via the OBBM Network.Website: jlorennorris.comHashtags: #LeadershipSimplified #StoryPowerTV #TravisGerardi #NavyVeteran #WorkplaceCulture #StorytellingForLeaders #JLorenNorris #OBBMNetwork

    18 min
  7. 5d ago

    6/2/2026 PAN TILT ZOOM REFOCUS DOLLY PRODUCTION TERMS FOR LEADERSHIP COACHING

    6/2/2026 PAN TILT ZOOM REFOCUS DOLLY PRODUCTION TERMS FOR LEADERSHIP COACHING EPISODE 1794 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 🚀 Book Your Private Story Audit with J. Loren: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222696275293163 🎙️ Listen to the Leading Leaders Podcast: Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Coach J Loren Norris ABOUT THIS VIDEO No one angle is complete. The best aim, light, white balance, color correction pre and post production will still require some tweaking if you seek near perfection. Like video production, leadership demands a consistent revisit and perspective shift. Both also benefit from the “lens selection” of the wide angle as well or long zoom lens. Macro, micro, fisheye all of these ways of looking at a subject change the viewpoint and the understanding and the same should be applied to leadership and communication. Learn to mine, craft and deliver stories consistent with your message, mission and vision by joining www.StoryPowerAcademy.com In this video series , J. Loren Norris discusses: * How to eliminate "Word Salad" and speak with authority. * The StoryPower Method for engineering workplace culture. * The exact framework used to 10x fundraising results (from $31k to $300k). ABOUT J. LOREN NORRIS J. Loren Norris is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, US Air Force Veteran, and the Founder of StoryPower Academy. With 30+ years of experience speaking to audiences of up to 40,000, Loren helps leaders and influencers tell better stories, better. CONNECT WITH LOREN: 🌍 Website: jlorennorris.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jloren 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/jlorennorris #StoryPower #LeadershipCommunication #PublicSpeaking #JohnMaxwellTeam #ExecutiveCoaching Copyright Tell it Like It Is, Inc 2026

    28 min
  8. 6d ago

    6/1/2026 What does StoryPower have to do with Executive Leadership?

    6/1/2026 What does StoryPower have to do with Executive Leadership? EPISODE 1793 RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: 🚀 Book Your Private Story Audit with J. Loren: https://pci.jotform.com/form/222696275293163  🎙️ Listen to the Leading Leaders Podcast: Leading Leaders Podcast by StoryPowerAcademy.com Studio with Host and Coach J Loren Norris ABOUT THIS VIDEO What does StoryPower or storytelling have to do with Executive Leadership? The answer lies in the metaphor. This truth is more than a linguistic playground.   I recently had a conversation about which job title better describes a client of mine. Would people better recognize CIO, CTO, or CISO as the role which best represents their skill set? We discussed and discovered together this harsh reality. Both all of them and none of them best describe the skill set acquired, the experiences accumulated nor the expertise demonstrated. Most of those job titles are crafted to encompass responsibility and accountability more than accomplishments.  Then how does one demonstrate competency outside of resume and job titles? That’s where The StoryPower Method comes in.  In this video series , J. Loren Norris discusses: How to eliminate "Word Salad" and speak with authority.The StoryPower Method for engineering workplace culture.The exact framework used to 10x fundraising results (from $31k to $300k). ABOUT J. LOREN NORRIS J. Loren Norris is a John Maxwell Certified Coach, US Air Force Veteran, and the Founder of StoryPower Academy. With 30+ years of experience speaking to audiences of up to 40,000, Loren helps leaders and influencers tell better stories, better. CONNECT WITH LOREN: 🌍 Website: jlorennorris.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jloren 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/jlorennorris #StoryPower #LeadershipCommunication #PublicSpeaking #JohnMaxwellTeam #ExecutiveCoaching Copyright Tell it Like It Is, Inc 2026

    32 min

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Leading Leaders with J Loren Norris is a premier Executive Coaching and Leadership Training podcast. Designed for Professional Speakers, Pastors, and Politicians, we teach Communication Skills through the lens of Attitude Engineering. Move beyond recycled anecdotes to master Public Speaking and Brand Narrative with 100% integrity. Learn to align thoughts and feelings with language to transform Company Culture and Reputation Management. From stage to screen, tell better stories, better. Hosted by the 2021 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.