Telling My Story

Chiwetelu Henry
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Telling My Story is a podcast that explores real journeys of business growth, career development, entrepreneurship, leadership and personal transformation. Through authentic conversations and powerful life experiences, each episode shares lessons, challenges, and breakthroughs designed to inspire, empower, and help listeners grow with purpose and confidence.

  1. 2d ago

    Culture Is a Verb: Jill Delgado on Human Behavior and Organizational Change

    What if the biggest obstacle to organizational transformation isn't the strategy, technology, or resources, but the people? In this episode of Telling My Story, Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Jill Delgado, a Human Systems Architect, Executive Advisor, mindset author, and global transformational practice leader with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations navigate complex change. Jill shares the story behind her realization that organizations often try to teach adults adaptability, empathy, innovation, and resilience when these behaviors could be developed much earlier in life. That realization led her to create the Bibba & Bubba children's book series and develop the concept of cultural buoyancy the ability to confidently adapt, innovate, and thrive in changing environments. We talk about organizational culture, human resistance, leadership, parenting, behavioral change, transformation, and why the future of work may begin not in the boardroom, but in the backyard. To connect with Jill Delgado visit: https://www.b2we-jilldelgado.org/ This conversation offers a fresh perspective on how the behaviors we develop today can shape the people, leaders, organizations, and communities of tomorrow.

  2. 2d ago

    What Color Is Your Brain? Sheila Glazov on Personality, Communication, and Building Better Relationships

    Why do some people seem easy to understand while others feel impossible to communicate with? In this episode of Telling My Story, I sit down with Sheila Glazov, bestselling author, personality expert, professional speaker, educator, and coach, to explore the fascinating differences in how people think, communicate, solve problems, and build relationships. Sheila is the creator of the "What Color Is Your Brain?" methodology, a simple and memorable framework designed to help people understand their own personality and recognize what makes others tick. We talk about her journey from educator to internationally recognized personality expert, the inspiration behind her Brain Color framework, and how understanding different perspectives can improve relationships at home, in the workplace, and within teams. Sheila also shares practical insights on communication, conflict resolution, parenting, leadership, self-awareness, and why acceptance is more powerful than simply tolerating our differences. In this episode, we explore: ● Understanding your personality and Brain Color ● Why people communicate differently ● Improving relationships through self-awareness ● Resolving conflict and reducing misunderstandings ● Communication in families and workplaces ● Parenting and understanding children's differences ● Leadership and team collaboration ● Acceptance versus tolerance ● Sheila's journey from educator to bestselling author and personality expert. To connect with Sheila Glazov visit: https://sheilaglazov.com/ If you've ever wondered why someone you care about communicates differently from you or why certain relationships, teams, or conversations become difficult this episode will give you a new way to look at people and yourself.

  3. 2d ago

    When Stories Become Medicine: Dr. Danice Rinderknecht on Teen Mental Health, Healing, and Finding Your Inner Strength

    What happens when a family physician takes everything she has learned from more than 30 years of caring for people and turns it into a story designed to help young people navigate some of life's hardest challenges? In this episode of Telling My Story, I sit down with Dr. Danice Rinderknecht, a board-certified family medicine physician, author, and mental health advocate, to explore the growing challenges facing teenagers today—including anxiety, depression, PTSD, and the difficulty many young people have finding the words to express what they are going through. Dr. Danice shares the journey that led her from decades of practicing medicine to writing her debut young adult fantasy novel, The Spark: Light Begins Between a Rock and a Hard Place. We explore why storytelling can sometimes reach young people in ways traditional conversations cannot, how parents can recognize signs of emotional struggles, and how families can create safer spaces for conversations about mental health. We also talk about whole-person healthcare, the connection between physical and mental wellbeing, and the importance of helping young people discover their inner strength, courage, and sense of belonging. In this episode, we discuss: ● Teen anxiety, depression, and PTSD ● The importance of recognizing the signs of mental health struggles ● How parents can start difficult conversations with their children ● Storytelling as a tool for connection and awareness ● Whole-person healthcare ● Dr. Danice's journey from physician to novelist ● The inspiration behind The Spark ● Helping young people discover their inner strength To get a copy of "the spark" visit: https://a.co/d/01pbBEPI This is a conversation about medicine, motherhood, mental health, storytelling, and the belief that sometimes one story can help someone realize they are not alone.

  4. 2d ago

    Coming Home to Yourself: Theresa Gale on Self-Forgetting, Self-Remembering, and the Inner Work of Leadership

    What happens when you spend years taking care of everything and everyone around you, only to realize you've quietly lost touch with yourself? In this episode of Telling My Story, Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Theresa Gale, an executive coach, certified Enneagram trainer, and author of The Inner Work of Love and Action. For more than 30 years, Theresa has worked with leaders, teams, and individuals, helping them explore the gap between the life they're living and the life they sense is possible. Theresa shares her deeply personal journey from learning to make herself invisible as a child to discovering what she calls self-forgetting—the gradual process of losing connection with ourselves while adapting to the expectations and needs around us. We explore self-forgetting, self-remembering, emotional intelligence, leadership, the Enneagram, contemplative practices, personal growth, and what it means to become more present in our own lives. Connect with Theresa Gale on: https://www.transforminc.com/ Call to Action: https://www.innerworkofloveandaction.com/ This conversation is about more than personal development. It's about learning to slow down, become aware of our patterns, reconnect with ourselves, and bring that deeper awareness into our relationships, work, leadership, and everyday lives.

  5. Sep 24

    Leading Through Chaos: Pat Welsh on Faith, Resilience, and the Warrior Servant Leader Mindset

    What does it really mean to lead with courage, serve others with compassion, and remain grounded in faith during difficult times? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with Pat Welsh, an author, speaker, trainer, and consultant who teaches the Warrior, Servant, Leader mindset. Pat’s life story began in an orphanage in Dublin, Ireland, where he was left as a newborn before being adopted by an American family. His journey eventually led to a remarkable career in law enforcement, including more than 25 years of service with the Dayton, Ohio Police Department. Through decades of leadership in high-pressure environments, Pat learned valuable lessons about resilience, integrity, responsibility, and the importance of serving others. We explore the meaning of warrior leadership, servant leadership, and purposeful leadership. Pat also shares his thoughts on workplace culture, toxic leadership, burnout, empathy, compassion, faith, and the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Connect with Pat Welsh: https://www.thewarriorservantleaderpodcast.com/ This is a conversation about overcoming adversity, leading through chaos, building stronger communities, and learning to do the right things for the right reasons.

  6. Sep 24

    Speak, Connect, Succeed: Aletta Rochat on Executive Presence, Confidence, and Career Growth

    Why do some highly capable professionals work hard, deliver great results, and still get overlooked for promotions and leadership opportunities? In this episode of Telling My Story, Henry Chiwetelu sits down with Aletta Rochat, an Executive Presence Coach, global speaker, author, and Past International President of Toastmasters International. Aletta shares practical insights on executive presence, confidence, communication, visibility, and influence in the workplace. We explore why talented professionals sometimes struggle to communicate their strengths, how subtle communication habits can affect credibility, and what it takes to be seen as leadership-ready before receiving the promotion. Aletta also shares part of her own journey of learning to trust her capabilities, stop downplaying herself, communicate with confidence, and take up space in high-stakes environments. To connect with Aletta Rochat visit: http://www.interviewsurvivalguide.com/ This conversation is for anyone who wants to build their confidence, communicate their ideas more effectively, grow their influence, get promoted, or take the next step in their career.

  7. Sep 21

    Healing Without a Rulebook: Kerisma Vere on Healing, Self-Trust, and Creating Lasting Change.

    What if lasting change isn't about trying harder, pushing yourself further, or finding the perfect self-help formula? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with Kerisma Vere, a holistic wellness coach and author whose work focuses on healing, recovery, self-trust, nervous system regulation, and quality of life. Drawing from her lived experience with trauma, adversity, addiction, and recovery, Kerisma shares what she learned about the approaches that can help—and those that may unintentionally create more pressure. Her work challenges the all-or-nothing approach to personal development and encourages a more compassionate and individualized path toward meaningful change. We explore her book The Light Switch Myth: Contemporary Approaches to Creating Lasting Change, her companion journal Ways I Showed Up for Myself, and her seven-module course From Pressure to Path. Kerisma also shares powerful insights into rebuilding self-worth, developing a healthier relationship with yourself, regulating the nervous system, and creating change that is sustainable rather than driven by fear or self-criticism. To connect with Kerisma Vere visit: https://towardswellness.ca/ This is a conversation about healing without perfection, recovery without shame, and discovering that progress doesn't always have to happen all at once.

  8. Sep 21

    Un-Conditioning the Mind: Arnold Beekes on Brain Fitness, Mental Wellness, and Becoming a Better Leader

    What if your brain could be trained just like your body? In this episode of Telling My Story, we sit down with Arnold Beekes, the creator of Brain Fitness and Brain Athletes, to explore the importance of brain health, emotional intelligence, mental wellness, and personal transformation. After spending decades working in technology, organizational leadership, psychology, and personal development, Arnold has dedicated himself to helping people develop clearer thinking, emotional stability, stronger relationships, and better performance under pressure. Arnold explains what brain fitness really means, why change can be difficult, how neuroplasticity works, and how people can break free from inherited beliefs and limiting patterns through a process he calls un-conditioning. We also explore the idea of Brain Athletes—people who intentionally train their minds, emotions, and relationships to become better leaders and create positive change around them. Connect with Arnold Beekes: https://brainupgrade.org/ Call for Action: https://www.brainathletes.club/ This conversation offers practical insights into mental fitness, self-mastery, human potential, and how we can learn to think better, live better, and contribute to a better world.

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Telling My Story is a podcast that explores real journeys of business growth, career development, entrepreneurship, leadership and personal transformation. Through authentic conversations and powerful life experiences, each episode shares lessons, challenges, and breakthroughs designed to inspire, empower, and help listeners grow with purpose and confidence.

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  • Creator
    Chiwetelu Henry
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    137
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Chiwetelu Henry
  • Show Website
    Telling My Story